I'm all about my 5-speed. There are countless advantages, the biggest of which in my opinion is being in greater control of your vehicle as compared to an auto transmission. Not much to say that hasn't been said.. just thought I would cast my vote.
-As to the previous posts about what to do when some Ahole is riding your bumper on a hill.. I had to put my reverse lights on a toggle switch..right next to my gearshift- and I enjoy disconnecting my rear wiper hose. So I can flash my reverse lights and squirt cars on the windshield. Always a good time.