This 3-speed trans is gonna have to go...

If you've never become accustomed to driving 3-on-the-tree and manual steering, it's understandable. Some of us grew up back when basic cars like this were commonplace and we were able to watch and have someone teach us tricks like double-clutching and keeping the car moving slightly when steering sharply to you're not fighting to turn the steering wheel. I bet you can find an old-timer who'll show you and with practice you'll enjoy having the skill. Plenty of grandma's drove cars like yours.