State of the Stick: The Manual Market Report, August 2026

Club Manual's monthly manual-transmission market report: 5,102 live listings, median $33,883, price bands, buyer demand, and the news moving the stick…

Frequently asked questions

What does a used manual car cost right now?

The median asking price across 5,102 live manual listings on Club Manual is $33,883. Half the market sits below that figure, so a patient buyer can do considerably better than the headline number.

Which manual car is easiest to find?

The Honda Civic currently has the deepest live supply with 944 listings and a median asking price of $33,040.

How much of the manual market is affordable?

16.3% of priced manual listings fall in the under $15,000 band, which works out to 830 cars.

Which state has the most manual cars for sale?

California leads with 901 live manual listings. Buyers outside the top states should plan on shipping or a longer drive.