This is actually probably why I am happy driving a manual again as my daily, even the brake pedal squeaks! lol.....but just driving a manual again has made my drives home more enjoyable.
"the smell of rich fuel on start up (or with the windows down lol)." you mean windows up yeah?
One of the main reasons I don't drive the Z more often to work is the lack of useable heater for de-misting, and some warmth.