Yes it is the manual. The only issue is the rev-hang. Once you get used to it it's tolerable. All in all it's a great car and I would highly recommend one.
I've been enjoying this site for a couple of years. It's always been a great reference for my detailing questions.
We are located close to Pittsburgh,Pa. and own two Subaru WRX's a 2002 and a 2015. Both are very different and are a blast to drive.
Hopefully some day I will be able to add a...