Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums General Troubleshooting SVT 1st/Reverse Problem

I too have the same problem on my '99 SVT ever since i've had it...Have to slam it into first gear and takes a minute or two to get it into reverse...Feels like something is blocking it from going into gear. I've taken it to the dealership once for this problem and they just told me I needed a new clutch. Thats funny because i've been riding on the same clutch for 6 months since I had it in for that problem..