1934 REO Self Shifter Biggest Engineering Advance Sales Brochure. Biggesst Engineering Advance of 1934 made by REO in 1933. REO Self-Shifter. Leverless-Automatic-Patented. A brillian achievement. REO has written another new page in automotive history with the safest, simplest and most welcome development since the self starter. The REO Self-Shifter! Next to steering and braking, the new Reo Self-Shifter performs the most important function of driving - gear shifting. It includes a small information/Data card. Brochure is in very good condition with minor wear and discoloration [see photos]. Form 4329.