Paddle shift on C6 06

[Thomas O.]

Has any one have any info as to the paddle shift no longer being avaliable for the rest of the 06's?

[Gary Bishop]

First I have heard of it. *NM*

[Mike M.]

Re: Paddle shift on C6 06

friend here in cumb, md took deliver of a paddle shift last week. i drove it and although the shifts are more positive and quicker than any automatics i've driven previously, i think an experienced driver could get thru the gears of a 6 speed a tad quicker. neat option for oldtimers like the dipstick and tc. i'll stick with std shifters however. mikie

[Gary C.]

Re: Paddle shift on C6 06

FYI - Road & Track April issues compares a 911 vs C6 Z06 and discusses the paddle shift. Knocks it for being thumb operating versus finger operated like F1 and other race cars. Gary....

[Donald M.]

Re: Paddle shift on C6 06

Road and Trash magazine never met an American car they didn't hate! To get a slightly less biased test, try Car and Drivel or perhaps Motor Trend.
Don

[Tracy C.]

who you call'in old timer you crusty duck? *NM*

[Dennis C.]

Yeah, Mikie, For A Guy With A...

...Christmas Tree reaction time of close to a half minute, what you talk'n 'bout?

[Gary Bishop]

Re: Paddle shift on C6 06

I took delivery of a C6 with "paddle-shift" about 4 weeks ago. I am still learning how to use it correctly. When up-shifting from 1st in a turn at an intersection it is difficult. Once you are straightened out it works well. I found you have to shift a split second early to have shift at the correct point. I have only down-shifted once when I meant to up-shift.