Business wise it makes complete sense for automakers like BMW and Porsche to slowly get rid of manuals, not just because they sell less, but because once they are even more limited... they become more exclusive. Then, they can sell them in limited numbers for a premium, think of the 911 R before the 991.2 gt3 came out. The limited component of a manual makes motörhead's go nuts, and allows for them to capitalize on the desires of enthusiasts.
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