The shifting problem is likely just an adjustment and lubrication issue. The acceleration problem may indicate just a tune-up is required. It doesn't sound too serious but if you cannot find someone who is familiar with Deloreans they could make these problems worse. You might want to contact DMC Joe, I think he is the closest to you and have him check it out. While you may have to travel a little he could fix in 10 min what someone who isn't familiar with the car either can't do or would try anyway and screw up. David Teitelbaum vin 10757 --- In dmcnews@xxxx, "Ed Garbade" <garbadee@xxxx> wrote: > Well, I'm a brand new owner (as of 3/11/01). My immediate concern is I am > having a great deal of difficulty getting my 5 speed into reverse. I know > it says lift on stick to put in reverse, but that doesen't seem to make any > difference. >