Owner's Handbook: "To select reverse it is necessary to LIFT UP on the gear lever knob whilst moving lever to it's position." I still say that's a tough maneuver, much more so than with other shifters. It's a part of the uniqueness of the car, I like it, I wasn't knocking it, I was just pointing it out. One huge benefit in my world, I tell my wife it's too hard for her to drive a DeLorean, citing this, along with other reasons (steering,. clutch, etc.). So far she's kept out of them, a definite plus. 10059 & 17160 Happy New Year! Les