Ford Fiesta transmission

Hi, the North American Ford Fiesta uses a Power Shift dual clutch transmission. Technically, it works like an automatic, but it can behave like a manual on step inclines and during take off (when it can hesitate a bit if you don't give it enough gas). I have the same kind of car (a 2011) and the 3 years/30K miles I've driven it have been trouble free, you just need to get used to the transmission. It will also come with Hill Assist so if you firm press on the brake before putting D or R, it will hold on the brakes forabout 3 seconds while you step on the gas. If the transmission doesn't make any grinding noises and provides quick gear changes, it should be fine, but I would always ask for the CARFAX first (like on any car).