I have this same model year in Portimao blue metallic with cognac sensa tec interior and the black-out shadowline package. I waffled between that color combo and the one you’ve chosen as my no-contest top choices, so I know your car is absolutely beautiful (that said, I’m also very happy with my choice). I’ve driven Toyotas for years, and although they are wonderfully reliable machines, they aren’t terribly interesting to drive (note, I’ve never owned something like a GT86, so…). The only thing I don’t like about this model year is the steering - it doesn’t convey a lot of road feel, but IMO, that’s probably ok for a daily driver. Anyway, enjoy this lovely machine. It’s incredibly fun to drive. p.s., I may have to look into the Ninte front splitter you’ve added - very cool. Cheers!

There is no purely manual option for this model year. 8-speed auto. Paddle shifters are included, so some semblance of a manual driving experience can be had, but frankly, the 8-speed auto is a beast and shifts so clean, I’m not sure why anyone would care about the paddle shifters.

I came here to suggest, effectively, this^^^, but you suggested it with more white-slathered panache. Well played.

Based on some of the comments, I feel like we’re reopening the “the dress debate” from 2015….