Are they the same? What are the differences if any? Overall shape the same? Could I interchange them with minimal changes, such as paint or add a different cover?

 

All 1964-69 MT consoles use the same molded plastic parts. The later consoles that don't use the tach or vacuum gauge have a rocket logo that bolts over the holes. The shift pattern emblem is also different for 3- or 4-speeds and for 1969 where is says "LOCK". Also, the rubber boot will differ depending on the use of the round or rectangular shifter stick.

 

So, a '65 Cutlass 4sp console would be the exact same as a '64 Cutlass 4sp console short of the shifter boot. I had someone tell me once the tops were different colors or something, but not sure. lights and compartments are equal too?

 

i heard the tops were different colors also

 

the plastic base is available new only, not the top plates

 

The tops on both are chrome plated. The 1964 I have clearly was painted black in the middle. The 1965 I have is kinda rough, so I can't tell if it was painted black and just weathered off or never was. I used to have a 1968 with a console and I'm sure it was painted black too. So I'd be inclined to think they all were. Stan, do you remember what was suppose to be different on them? John

 

It needs restored, but here's the one in a 1964. You can see where the ribbed portion was painted black. That's the top area I was referring to.

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i had another look at mine and the short vertical section that goes upto the lid is painted black in the middle. it musta been black as well

 

They were all painted black in the ribbed section.

 

65 was painted argent silver like the dash.




This scan shows the silver against the black base

 

Interesting article TK. Can I read that somewhere?

 

http://www.ultra-high-compression.com/page18.html

 

heres a 64

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now i look at it, there is something wrong with that shifter. its too short, missing the bend, heres mine

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seen this, dom

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Olds-...item27b7f216d8

 

This is the correct shifter for a 64.

 

I know this is the one I need, just can't seem to find one anywhere, but I'll keep lookin. Nobody reproduces them to my knowledge.