6A vs. 8A (vs. elusive 7MT)

Hello all,

I've been looking for a 2014-2018 and there are numerous decent cars in SoCal. However, I am concerned about the dissatisfaction with the 8A and am now considering whether I should buy an early car with the 6A, keep hunting for a 7MT, or even just buy another car entirely.

I've seen the thread on the TSBs and fluid swaps plus the torque converter replacements. What worries me the most is that GM's stance isn't very open minded at the moment, and the lawsuit isn't going to make me run out and buy a car with that transmission right now. In fact I'm holding off on a new SUV purchase until I see what happens with the lawsuit and Corvette transmissions.

Am I being too cautious? Am I seeing a minority of owners online posting problems, when most are happy? I can't tell. Thanks.