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So test drove the Emira in a manual today aaaand...I love it! I imagined some clunky terrible shift action but it was quite good, even if not exactly on par with the best. I actually enjoyed the notchiness quite a bit. Given how easy the shift action is, a short shifter may be in order. The...

Thanks everyone for your comments, they are helping me shape my plan going forward. Surprised yet not surprised that there are so many owners of both the 6MT Blackwing and the Emira, as the pairing makes for a perfect garage. Just need a classic in there hehe. Today I get to test drive the...

Very fair point, I was more trying to provide Dan C with an enthusiast owner's perspective as he's considering getting a performance sedan. While it's a great car, it may no longer be the car for me. I've had it for a bit of time and might be getting a bit bored.

Caution: Fanboy post If you are in the market for a fast sedan I would strongly consider driving the 5BW before committing to another car! Point taken an EV and ICE would nicely complement each other BUT the Blackwing is without a doubt one of the best driver's cars to have ever been made. The...

Thanks for the detailed response! Will try to test drive.

Thanks for the thoughful response! The idea of having to be more in the moment sounds very appealing. As nice as the Blackwing is, I find it can be a little "too" effortless, if that makes sense. I will try some more to get a test drive.

Wish I could afford both!!

I currently drive a 6MT Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, and am considering trading it in for a manual V6 Emira. I have been on the fence about getting in line for an Emira for some time. I had a deposit on one that I withdrew after test driving the automatic V6 and feeling a bit underwhelmed. I was...