Originally Posted by
offerendum
No, as I have one I can confirm you have no choice. You can still get a S3 with manual gear. Had one oft the last S4 with manual gear before

Right, that's what had me confused. We have the S3 here, but only with a DSG, but Europe actually has one with a manual. Fun car, but kind of pointless when the Golf R is available cheaper (and with the same engine and more practicality).