Hey jvojr, I like how you even mention that you want handles in the front of the car but nothing is mentioned about a 6 speed. Hell, I'd take a 5 speed at this point.
Anyone know what the reason is that Pontiac hasn't even tried developing (or adapting an existing one) a manual transmission for the 3800? I've heard of people doing it but you have to get a tranny from the old 3.4 liter engine and it costs a ton of money.