It may be an automatic however it's an 8 speed hybrid with a torque converter 1st gear then a hydraulic clutch 2-8 which means using the paddle shifters is shifts as quick as a be GTR.
The alpine white is not for all but I think if I make sure I clean it every week and sit on a towel when I'm wearing jeans I don't think it should be that bad. I do need to give it a good cleaning and then seal it shortly.