Macman1138

You can slow crawl with a stick; I do it all the time.

mark_c

I agree it's amazing how slow you can crawl with a standard transmission.

Invest2m4

I went with a 2013 manual and the only thing I was worried about was how hard it would be to wheel vs. an auto. Well, after two serious offroad trips, I can't imagine having an auto! In 4 low, you don't use the gas to engage, and it crawls really slow. Plus, you literally have to try to stall it (I still haven't). I never feathered the clutch - in fact, hardly used it. Pick the right gear and go. Yes, you can select a gear in an auto, but doesn't that mean you are just trying to replicate a manual?

There are some very experienced and smart people on here that know how to wheel in a manual. I read tons of posts from them and talked to some people in a local club. Learn to do it right, and it is an extremely rewarding experience.

And I have no idea why rock crawling with an auto is better? I'd fear an auto would shift on me. I know what gear I need and that's where I want to to stay.

doogietj

If you can do it money wise go for it. I am in the exact same boat. Bought a 12 auto because my wife can't drive stick. I drove my five speed tj for 11 years and just love shifting. I miss the stick on every trip. If you have payments either way at least when you make them it won't be on something that is less than what you want.
Best of luck with your choice!🍻