shivamerlin

I'm not surprised at all if you think about that you are paying around $9 for a gallon of regular fuel and still rising so it's just natural that they are heading towards the more fuel efficient automatic transmissions. I think they discontinued manual for S and RS models around 2010 at least.

Timmay

But I think the economy between an automatic and manual are somewhat negligible. On the other hand, I do believe the % of autos versus manuals is not even close at the end of the day. Manufacturers probably also take that into consideration. They're probably thinking why build manual trannies when the majority of the population will only buy automatics.

shivamerlin

You are almost right but keep in mind that the majority of drivers in the US is going for automatic where as drivers in Europe still want their manuals. Believe me, I have lived most of my life in Germany most people are still going for the stick!It's really just the performance cars where you see the manuals disappear...unfortunately.

Taxmaster

Hello PhilNotHill,

No, I ordered the Pilot Super Sports along with the Wheels from CarID for a hell of a deal. I'd strongly recommend them as a merchant, it was a great experience.

Taxmaster

Thanks! I actually haven't even seen the 18's that came with the car or what kind of all-season tires they chose! I had to leave a little adventure for myself in September/October time. I took delivery with the custom 19's and Super Sport tires on it!

RedlumF

Congrats, Taxmaster! Love the Layered Aluminum/Black Wood Inlays.

I'm happy to see that you've taken delivery of the 2014 S4 order that you were able to change just in time. Like you, I was prompted to search for a 2014 S4 order that could still be changed because the Power Rear Window Sun Shades is not even an option for 2015. Anyway, I hope to be able to take delivery soon as well.

shivamerlin

Here you go, I've enclosed a picture with the 18" stock wheels they did come with 245/45 R18 Pirelli P7 summer tires.

Taxmaster

Ha ha ha, thanks for ruining the surprise for me later in the year! But I ordered the stock 18"s with all season's for the winter time, so at least there is some difference to be excited for!

Taxmaster

Did you end up finding a 2014 that you could do this with?

Dilettanteque

Australia. Another territory of manualless S4s.