What about the Nissan Altima coupe?
Choosing a manual transmission can affect the residual value based on a few factors, including vehicle segment and price. In a segment where consumers typically choose an automatic, which is most segments, a manual may not hold its value as well as the automatic, according to Automotive Lease Guide general manager James Clark.
Sports cars are an exception because many consumers prefer a manual transmission.
ALG predicts the Nissan Altima coupe will hold less of its original value compared to the automatic by around 1 to 2 percent over 60 months. At 60 months, an automatic Altima S (4-cyl.) holds 36 percent of its original MSRP, while the manual S holds 35 percent.
Pricing also plays a part. “The percent residual values are impacted by pricing, so the difference in price between the manual and automatic versions has to be considered as one of the factors driving the difference,” Clark said.
Sometimes choosing between an automatic or manual is a no-cost option; other times either may be included in a package that comes with other features — like a moonroof — that could affect residual value.
You can search through ALG residual values at Cars.com, found here.
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However, for the consumers who are looking for a second-hand manual, it would be a good deal.
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I don't think they really lose value quicker. It is just that you can't easy sell it.
One think is true, for sure. When you buy at the auction, you can get a really sweet deal on the manual because over there not much bidding on them. Dealers are trying not to buy them.