G80 was built around the auto. And also comp pack power bump is not trivial that you can’t get with manual. If I were in the market for a g80 it would be the auto. That choice is easier because I presently enjoy a f80 m3 with the (same I think) 6mt they shoved in the g80. Highway speed cruising in 6th in f80 and g80 is higher rpms that it needs to be.

my first basic tool kit was Craftsman. And I still have/use them, and have had them for 25 years now. I have Kobalt air tools and some other random hand tools including some torque wrenches ( with lifetime warranties), DeWalt power tools. My local Ace sells crafstman, and says they will still honor lifetime replacement of things. I also have a handful of harbor freight things.

May all your driveways be well lubricated.