Thanks for the reply Marc.  They just got a T5 with manual at Byers Volvo and I test drove it on Saturday.  I stalled it twice but should be able to deal with it with a little practice.  Felt very good, nothing like what one of the reviews described.  Only problem I see is the lack of space for my big right foot.  I rub the brake pedal with the side of my foot while using the gas.  The test car didn't have a sunroof but they found one at the warehouse and I put my money down today.

Bob W.
Soon-to-be S40 owner
 I have one, not a T5 though.  Not sloppy, but it can stall in 1st if you are not paying attention.  The throw to 3rd seems a little short and I am sometimes concerned it is all the way in.

 I've only had it about a month, but put 3000 mi on it.  Still getting used to it.

 I got mine off the lot in Cincinnati, you might try Volvo of Cincinnati or Frank Z Volvo in Dayton

   "Bob W." <bleew@columbus.dropthis.rr.com> wrote in message news:qaNXd.3497$4k2.1244@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
   Anyone here have a new (04.5 or 05) S40 with the manual transmission (especially with the T5)?  I can't find one to test drive here in town and want to know what you think about it (the transmission, not the lack of manuals at dealerships).  I have read at least one report that the shifter is a bit uncertain (sloppy?).  I have also read that it is easy to stall in 1st gear.  All comments welcome.

   Bob W