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In a surprising turn, there remains a notable demand for manual transmission vehicles, particularly for sports and performance-oriented models. Even as the market leans toward automation with dual-clutch automatics, older manual cars are fetching significantly higher resale prices.
Some automakers, like Mazda with its Miata, still offer manual options, but the wider luxury car market has largely moved away from this preference. Interestingly, the market for exclusive manual convertibles is ripe; there are opportunities for manufacturers, particularly in the luxury sector, to capitalize on this niche demand. Brands like Porsche have already embraced the idea of limited runs of manual cars, generating significant interest and sales.