I love my Skyline. My girlfriend loves my Skyline too. Other people comment on it quiet often... anyway its a great, sexy, zippy car with enough room for even tall guys.
My car is stock atm, but I just bought a turbo back zorst so that should make it even more fun to drive.
As for auto, the box is great, its responsive and smooth. I like it because it lets me cruise comfy and have my left hadn to do what I please
Its very easy to launch too.
I couldnt care less about a manual gearbox.
You will love it.