We really agree on many things, I have a very old car, but it is automatic and I love it, of course I would like to have a newer one, but now it is very difficult, but not impossible, I know I will have it in time, but I do not like the synchronic or lever as you say, I prefer them for more automatic convenience.
With regard to the beach, I laugh a lot because I am the same as you, I love the sea, the beach, but while there is shade, I do not like the sun, I hide from it everywhere, so I know what you feel when you are there
But I admire you, that despite that, please Bianca to take her to the beach so she can enjoy it. Greetings dear friend.