I don't blame you. I'd rather have the lower miles and 5-spd too. H O W E V E R: please keep in mine that:
-mine is in incredible shape because I am anal and it's all hi-way miles
-i have thousands of dollars in mine (did you read the detail sheet: e.g: just put brand spank'n new BAT struts/springs)
-automatics do cost more
Not sure if the one that you looked at had all the mods mine does. Either way, I may have to come down on my price and most certainly will have to find the right buyer. I'm in no hurry. I have a Mustang GT, Suburban LT and Contour SE. It's nice to have to make the decision what to drive to work with a list like that! Thanks for the price info.