On 20/06/2004 17:53, in article
, "Paul Dicken"
wrote:

I recall hearing stories about changing gear in RTs where there was a
particular hazard. Apparently, if you did not press the gear change pedal
firmly and only partially depressed it, the result was that it flew back
rapidly, propelling the driver's left leg into the air and creating a
painful groin strain!

Yes, cars with preselectors would sometimes play this trick on you as well.
Caused by the selector finger not engaging with the busbar IIRC.