Altise...The handbrake was actually ON, the V8 obviously pushed through it no problem so i guess it didnt hold the car so good

Remember, i had no way of knowing the switch/shifter was buggerd, a auto car with a flat battery or bad starter, will generally turn over a little easier if you put it in neutral.

Bear...I had many failed attempts to start the engine, i dont know of anyone who for each try, would close the bonnet so you can see in front, sit in the drivers seat, close the drivers door, put your seat belt on, foot on brake, all just to see if the engine turns over when you hit the key, perhaps your old boss new he had some "booby trapped" vehicles waiting to catch someone out ?



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The problem starting in park hasnt happened this week, but was consistant near every day last week, concern I have now is when I start off from being stopped the is a bump changing from first to second, all the other gear changes seem fine... is this something to be overly concerned about?
As Bear suggested, this problem sounds like something unrelated, but i think its time to visit a auto lec or transmission specialist before it gets worse ?