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Old Dec 26, 2025 | 09:20 PM
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I have searched the forum however I can't tell if my verbiage is incorrect or not. I have seen several people who have them and was wondering if they are custom or someone produces them. The upper trim plate where the shifter, a/c controls go etc. Is there anything aftermarket for this area? I could make one, however this isn't my strong suit. Thanks Matt
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A console trim plate. Many aftermarket parts available depending on the year and options.
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Originally Posted by RocketJSquirrel
Sorry I should have been more clear. I'm not looking for a stock looking one. I am looking for some of the ones that are just the shifter, or I could modify just a plate.
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Perhaps a photo of what you have in mind might help.
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Perhaps a photo of what you have in mind might help.
this made me laugh so hard. Thank you. Something like the attached


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The photos above are all custom fabricated individual pieces. This is usually done when the rest of the car is highly modified with a new transmission or HVAC controls. Here is mine.


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Originally Posted by RocketJSquirrel
The photos above are all custom fabricated individual pieces. This is usually done when the rest of the car is highly modified with a new transmission or HVAC controls. Here is mine.

Wow that looks awesome! So I would need to inquire with a shop then for that. I was hoping someone made the panel st least. Oh well, thank you!
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Does a stock panel not work for you because your shift lever is offset? That can usually be fixed.
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Does a stock panel not work for you because your shift lever is offset? That can usually be fixed.

No, I really just wanted something a little cleaner. The pot metal is a bit beat up. At some point I think it was taken off and left around the shop for a while. I sanded it and and have trying to refinish it. I just can't ever get re painting it right, it just looks beat up. I would like to get rid of the ash tray etc. It sounds like I will need to make one. I saw someone made one using a cad program online. I just would prefer it not look bad interior wise. I replaced several things however I didn't replace that part thinking it would be easier to find and have come up with nothing other than hearing I need to fabricate it. Thank you though. If anyone knows of someone who has the 3d print model designed for it that would be great too!
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