I think the issue with SMG is the perception of the majority that have owned it or know of people who have, that drive/treat it much like an auto box. And then there are others like myself and others who still own it that will attest to the SMG being much like a manual and dont have any issues as at all other than wear N tear maintenance.
In short, if the SMG had a mind of its own it will be worried about the ppl that want to own one but don't know how to look after one...