I red-lined second gear and car start missing. It was early on a Saturday and wanted to give newer BMW some attitude (back). It was hard to see tach because of sun and guage not well but really had eyes on BMW. Bought car Dec 31 so still getting used to it. VERY surprised I red-lined so quickly...hats off SC300. I had this terrible sick feeling after I did it. I have been driving sticks for years and ALWAYS stayed away from the red line. Car just started missing when hit the red so immediately backed off. I am now babying it, smelling, watching temp guage, waiting for a vibration from engine but nothing so far. It is a well maintained '97 SC300 with 90K. Thinking of driving from Philly to Indy to celebrate with old friends to watch Super Bowl. Opinions?