Nobody expects a sedan to launch off the light with a perfect one-two shift. Sedans are the perfect sleepers, and that’s why we love ’em. Automatic crossovers may dominate the automotive landscape in the decade to come, but these TMGPS members refuse to sacrifice fun for practicality.

Ross’s Six-Speed Chevrolet SS Sedan

Holden’s last stand mercifully made it to American shores in its fullest form: available with a manual transmission, and coated in a rainbow of Good Colors. Regal Peacock Green is the best spec, in this author’s opinion, and we’re grateful Ross tags us in his track attack pics.

Ruben’s Manual BMW M3 Sedan

Ruben’s not afraid to drive his M3 — a grand credit, considering these rock-solid expressions of the pure BMW experience command ever-higher prices in this modern age. Catch him on-course in the Pacific Northwest, and watch for his tags on our feed.

Andrew’s Three-Pedal BMW 540i Sedan

Throw it back one generation to rediscover the bridge between vintage BMWs and the zenith of the marque. Andrew’s executive sedan is all-business, hustling through six gears at time attack events hosted by BMWCCA.

Marumi’s Five-Speed Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X GSR

How often do you see an unaltered LanEvo? Marumi’s car highlights the stark contrast of black on white, with vents and strakes that pop against a clean exterior ending in a flying wing. His TMGPS Insignia Decal takes its place of honor in the rear quarter window, letting traffic know that this is indeed the better version of the car.

Scott’s Five-Speed Isuzu Stylus XS

Smallest in the bunch, Scott’s Isuzu packs an outsized punch, with a twin-cam engine hungry for revs past 7000 rpm. Yes, this is the car that had Handling by Lotus, tuned by legendary engineer Roger Becker himself. Look for Scott’s Stylus at the curated RADwood display at the Greenwich Concours d’Elegance.

@highmileage is a world-traveling automotive historian. follow adam barrera on instagram.