Congrats on your car. I agree on the snow driving--get out there and DO IT! Yes, I guess I have a bit of guilt seeing the brine dried on the car, but only a bit. As Jay mentions, then car is INSANE in the snow with its AWD and winter rims/tires. A quick wash alleviates all the guilt.

The 6 speed is a blast. We'll all be driving autos one day, so enjoy the manual while you can.