68 Coronet Auto vs 4Spd Console

[OldRunner]

Can anyone tell me if there are any other diferences in the Console base , other then the cut for the 4 spd hump ? I have an auto console, trying to figure out if I can use the base, vs buying a new one. ( if I cut it )thanks

 

[Propwash]

You be the judge Runner..


Automatic...

Manual....

 

[rrunner]

No problems cutting a auto console, but the carpet trim for the 4spd will cost ya.

 

[Pistol Pete]

No problems cutting a auto console, but the carpet trim for the 4spd will cost ya.

If you can find it.

 

[696pack]

As I recall the driver's side chrome finish strip is unique to the 4 speed console. This used to be a big deal hard to find piece, however today ALL is repoed if I remember correctly.

There are two console bodies available, one fiberglass and one of the original type material.
The console top plates for auto and 4 speed and the chrome, side lights and all are now available.
I think by the time you buy all of it you are into it for $1000. or more.

 

[rrunner]

Yes that trim is repoped, but the only one I have seen is from a guy who was hand crafting them if I remember correctly. There may be a mass produced part by now, but I have not seen or heard of any.
By time you set up a complete repo 4 spd console, even if you have the body, you may want to look into investing that $ into a 5 speed. With a five speed you can use the auto console with no mods and would just need the ft top plate or cut a auto top plate, just a thought.

 

[696pack]

http://www.beaparts.com/list_items.aspx?body=B&cat=I&subcat=2

5 pages of console parts but I don't see the trim, thought it was them but I guess not. I am sure someone else is mass (if you can call it that for a select item) producing it.