Yup, even if I had wanted the 08, I didnt move fast enough. I REALLY want the Manual Transmission. When I got to Germany I purchased a 93 BMW 318is for a cheap "get around" vehicle. That little 1.8L really cooks for a 15 year old car! Anyway, it has a manual, and I had forgotten how much more fun they were to drive. My 06 Ram had an automatic, and I never really "fell in love" with it as I did with my 98 Dakota with the 5-speed.

As for Moss, he sent me a PM saying he is getting the Black one. I can't wait to see it, as I still haven't seen one in person yet. Congrats on getting to port. Now there is what? A 3 week boat ride? I hope it all goes well for you and you and it gets to Italy soon.