Just picked up a 6-speed '05 coupe at Carmax in GA.

Drove it to NC and it drove beautifully. I have a couple of questions for you vets.
What the best way to use the cup holder? It seems too stiff for the paper cups.
Where is the sensor for the temperature readout? Is that readout generally accurate?
Is the luggage I've heard about still available?
How do you get that transmission in reverse???
Thanks