well, my car isnt a manual anymore. . .also, if you think thats fun, try driving a manual with the slave cylinder on the clutch broken. or with worn out synchros, or, if youre a real man, both.
abs isnt that bad, but as long as you arent stupid about it you shouldnt lock your brakes without it, and if you do, its not a big deal. also, parking brake ftw.
and then theres engine braking, which would help you with your brakes being out, but you gotta be careful with that. plus a stick. im hoping to get a new car soon though, and i (probably) wont be buying an auto again, unless i find another good deal