For me, I prefer manual over automatic based solely on price. I also appreciate that manuals are less complex and more easily serviced. I think disposable aut

For me, I prefer manual over automatic based solely on price. I also appreciate that manuals are less complex and more easily serviced. I think disposable automobiles is an affront to decency and I despise obsolescence of perfectly fine autos. I'm eagerly awaiting the first 'open design' auto that uses easily acquired and interchangeable parts. I would also like to see the same in lawn mowers.