Ed, Welcome to the world of De Loreans. I to had the problem with shifting when I bought my car about 4 years ago. After cleaning,re lubricating and adjusting linkage it all worked out. I also noticed that if the linkage isn't adjusted just right the edge of the shifter boot could get in the way. You may also want to lubricate the pivot bolt which is under the car in the frame and part of the shifting linkage, it probably hasn't been touched in years. As to the parts you need, I have a friend in N Carolina who would have the parts. If you will email or call my 800 # 9-5 m-f I will give you his number.800-413-3300. John Hervey Dallas/Forney, Texas dherv10@xxxx www.specialTauto.com web site. --- 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. >