Currently I have an 05 M3 which none of my teenagers can drive (in a pinch) because its a six speed.

How's the Mini Cooper S with auto paddle sifters?

i wouldnt suggest buying a auto they jstu completely ruinthe feel of the car i personally wouldnt buy mine if they only came in auto. buy a beater for $500 and tech them how to drive standard.

the cooper S with auto is a good car much better than the regular cooper with the cvt trans. the S has a standard auto trans. but even though it is an auto it still has a good amount of power, it could easily get away from a new driver. so i wouldn't let the kids drive it too much