like other have said it all depends on what you do with your car. my challenger is my weekend fun car and i wouldnt have gotten it if it didnt come with a manual. they are a blast when you can let the car stretch its legs, but not so fun in traffic. my 73 road runner is an auto and a fun cruiser because of it. my civic hatch daily driver is a stick too, which is about the only thing that makes that car "fun" to drive on a daily basis!
that there should be proof enough on how fun manuals are!