Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following: reproduction upper floor-console housing and dash radio bezel for the 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro, part #CON-162.
Restore the center of your third-generation Camaro interior with this two-piece reproduction assembly. The set includes the upper console housing and the forward dash-console radio face plate, replacing two frequently damaged interior components at the same time.
Original console housings are commonly cracked, scratched, burned, cut for aftermarket accessories or damaged around the shifter, parking-brake and switch openings. The radio bezel may also be broken or enlarged during a previous stereo installation. Replacing both pieces helps return the interior to a cleaner, more complete factory-style appearance.
The reproduction upper console is injection molded with original-style contours, surface details and component locations. Power-window, power-hatch and convertible-top switch locations are marked on the underside so the appropriate openings can be cut for the vehicle’s equipment.
Part #CON-162 replaces original GM upper-console reference number #10143923 and radio face-plate reference number #14023030.
Key Features
- New reproduction interior assembly
- Two-piece set
- Includes the upper floor-console housing
- Includes the forward dash radio face plate
- Injection-molded plastic construction
- Original-style contours and surface details
- Power-window switch locations marked underneath
- Power-hatch switch location marked underneath
- Convertible-top switch location marked underneath
- Allows required switch openings to be cut for the vehicle’s equipment
- Accepts transferable original console components
- Fits automatic- and manual-transmission console applications
- Designed for console-equipped 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro models
- Replaces GM console reference #10143923
- Replaces GM radio face-plate reference #14023030
- Part #CON-162
Fitment Applications
1982 Chevrolet Camaro
- Sport Coupe
- Berlinetta
- Z28
- Z28 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1983 Chevrolet Camaro
- Sport Coupe
- Berlinetta
- Z28
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1984-1986 Chevrolet Camaro
- Sport Coupe
- Berlinetta
- Z28
- IROC-Z where applicable
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
- Standard analog-instrument-panel applications only
Important: This assembly does not fit 1984-1986 Camaro models equipped with the factory digital instrument panel.
1987 Chevrolet Camaro
- Sport Coupe
- LT
- Z28
- IROC-Z
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1988 Chevrolet Camaro
- Sport Coupe
- IROC-Z
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1989 Chevrolet Camaro
- RS
- IROC-Z
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1990 Chevrolet Camaro
- RS
- IROC-Z
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1991 Chevrolet Camaro
- RS
- Z28
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
1992 Chevrolet Camaro
- RS
- Z28
- RS Heritage Edition
- Z28 Heritage Edition
- Console-equipped automatic- and manual-transmission applications
Coupe, hatchback, T-top and convertible configurations do not change the basic console application when the vehicle uses the corresponding factory-style center console. Convertible models require the appropriate switch opening to be verified and cut when applicable.
Important Fitment Requirements
- Fits Chevrolet Camaro models equipped with a center console
- Fits automatic- and manual-transmission console applications
- Does not fit 1984-1986 Camaro models with the factory digital instrument panel
- Switch openings are not universally pre-cut
- Cut only the switch locations required for the vehicle’s equipment
- Existing console components must be transferred as applicable
- Verify radio and interior-component configuration before installation
- This is the upper console housing and radio bezel, not a complete assembled center console
Important Digital-Dash Exclusion
Part #CON-162 is not designed for 1984-1986 Camaro models equipped with the factory digital instrument panel. (STARSHIP INTERIOR MODELS)
The digital-instrument-panel interior uses a different forward-console and dash configuration. Confirm whether the vehicle has the standard analog gauge package or the factory digital display before ordering.
A modified or converted digital-dash vehicle should be inspected carefully to determine which console and radio-bezel configuration is currently installed.
Two-Piece Console and Radio-Bezel Set
This listing includes two major interior components:
- Upper floor-console housing
- Forward dash-console radio face plate
The upper housing forms the visible top section of the center console. It surrounds the shifter-plate area, parking-brake opening and switch locations while connecting the rear console section to the forward dash area.
The included radio face plate completes the forward portion of the console beneath the dashboard. It replaces a bezel that may have been cracked, cut or enlarged during an earlier radio installation.
Switch Locations Marked for Cutting
The power-window, power-hatch and convertible-top switch locations are marked on the underside of the upper console.
These markings allow the installer to configure the console for the vehicle’s original equipment without leaving unnecessary openings in vehicles that were not equipped with those options.
Possible configurations include:
- No power-accessory switches
- Power-window switches
- Power-hatch switch
- Convertible-top switch
- Applicable combinations of factory console switches
Treat the markings as installation guides. Compare the replacement console with the original component and test-position each switch before cutting.
Cut openings gradually and verify the switch fit frequently. Removing too much material can leave a loose switch or an opening that cannot be corrected easily.
Product Details
- Product type: Upper center-console housing assembly
- Part number: CON-162
- Vehicle: Chevrolet Camaro
- Model years: 1982-1992
- Digital-dash limitation: Does not fit 1984-1986 factory digital-dash models
- Position: Interior center console and forward dash-console area
- Construction: Injection-molded plastic
- Finish: Original-style textured appearance
- Transmission compatibility: Automatic or manual with the corresponding transferable components
- Number of pieces: Two
- Upper console housing: Included
- Dash radio face plate: Included
- Switch locations: Marked underneath for selective cutting
- Original GM console reference: 10143923
- Original GM radio face-plate reference: 14023030
- Condition: New reproduction
- Quantity: One two-piece assembly
What This Listing Includes
This listing includes:
- One reproduction upper floor-console housing
- One reproduction forward dash radio face plate
The vehicle’s applicable original components must be transferred to the reproduction housing.
This listing is not a complete assembled center console and does not include:
- Lower console base
- Rear console compartment
- Console door or armrest pad
- Shifter plate
- Automatic gear indicator
- Manual shift boot
- Ashtray assembly
- Power-window switches
- Power-hatch switch
- Convertible-top switch
- Parking-brake lever
- Radio
- Climate-control assembly
- Complete dashboard
Automatic and Manual Transmission Applications
The upper housing can be used with applicable automatic- or manual-transmission Camaro console configurations.
The transmission-specific shifter plate is a separate component. Transfer or replace the appropriate automatic or manual shifter plate for the vehicle.
Before completing installation, confirm that the selected shifter plate fits the console opening and corresponds to the vehicle’s transmission configuration.
Restores the Center-Console Area
Part #CON-162 is suitable for:
- Replacing a cracked upper console
- Replacing a console damaged by cigarette burns
- Replacing a scratched or faded console housing
- Correcting oversized or incorrectly cut switch openings
- Replacing a radio bezel cut for an aftermarket stereo
- Restoring a missing upper-console section
- Completing a dashboard or console restoration
- Converting a damaged interior back to a factory-style appearance
- Finishing an automatic- or manual-transmission interior
- Restoring an RS, Berlinetta, Z28 or IROC-Z center console
Radio-Bezel Notes
The included component is a factory-style dash-console radio face plate. It is not an aftermarket single-DIN or double-DIN conversion bezel.
Compare the radio opening with the radio and installation components intended for the vehicle before permanently modifying the bezel. Installing a modern radio may require a separate application-specific installation kit or carefully planned modification.
Avoid cutting the reproduction bezel until the final radio configuration has been selected.
Installation Notes
Remove the original console components carefully and photograph their positions before disassembly. Retain the reusable shifter plate, console switches, trim components and other vehicle-specific pieces that must be transferred.
Before final installation:
- Compare both reproduction pieces with the original console and radio bezel.
- Confirm that the vehicle does not have the excluded 1984-1986 digital-dash configuration.
- Identify the switches originally installed in the vehicle.
- Locate the corresponding markings on the underside of the console.
- Measure and test-position each switch before cutting.
- Create a small initial opening and enlarge it gradually.
- Test-fit each switch frequently to prevent an oversized opening.
- Transfer the appropriate automatic or manual shifter plate.
- Confirm clearance around the parking-brake and shifter areas.
- Test-fit the radio face plate against the dashboard and console.
- Verify that adjoining panels align evenly.
- Confirm that every transferred component operates correctly before completing assembly.
Do not rely exclusively on the molded switch-location markings. Variations in switches, previous repairs or changes made during the vehicle’s life can affect the required opening.
Once the console has been cut or otherwise modified, it may not qualify for return under the seller’s current return policy.
Care and Cleaning
Clean the console and radio bezel with a soft microfiber cloth and an automotive interior cleaner approved for molded plastic.
Avoid aggressive solvents, abrasive pads and excessive scrubbing. Test any cleaner in an inconspicuous area before applying it across the visible surface.
Do not place heavy objects on the console during storage or installation. Uneven pressure can scratch, distort or damage molded interior components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles fit part #CON-162?
It fits console-equipped 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro models, except 1984-1986 Camaros with the factory digital instrument panel.
Does CON-162 fit a 1984-1986 Camaro with an analog gauge cluster?
Yes. It fits applicable console-equipped 1984-1986 Camaro models with the standard analog instrument-panel configuration.
Does it fit a 1984-1986 Camaro with the factory digital dash?
No. The factory digital-dash configuration uses a different forward-console arrangement.
Is this a complete center console?
No. This is a two-piece set consisting of the upper floor-console housing and forward dash radio face plate. Other console components must be transferred or purchased separately.
What parts are included?
The set includes one reproduction upper console housing and one reproduction dash-console radio face plate.
Is the dash radio bezel included?
Yes. The forward radio face plate is included with the upper console housing.
What original GM numbers does this assembly replace?
The upper console replaces GM reference #10143923, and the included radio face plate replaces GM reference #14023030.
Is the console injection molded?
Yes. Current restoration-industry catalog information identifies the console as an injection-molded reproduction.
Are the power-window switch openings already cut?
No. The switch locations are marked on the underside so the required openings can be cut for the vehicle’s equipment.
Is the power-hatch switch opening already cut?
The location is marked underneath. The opening must be carefully cut if the vehicle uses the console-mounted power-hatch switch.
Does it accommodate a convertible-top switch?
Yes. The convertible-top switch location is marked underneath for applicable convertible models.
Should every marked switch location be cut?
No. Cut only the openings required for the switches installed in the vehicle.
Does it fit both automatic and manual Camaros?
Yes. The upper housing fits applicable automatic- and manual-transmission console configurations. The correct transmission-specific shifter plate must be transferred or installed separately.
Is the shifter plate included?
No. Automatic and manual shifter plates are separate components.
Is the console lid or armrest included?
No. The rear console compartment, console door and armrest pad are separate components.
Is the ashtray included?
No. The ashtray assembly is not part of this two-piece set.
Does it include the radio?
No. The included component is the radio face plate only. The radio and its installation components are separate.
Will it accept an aftermarket radio?
The bezel reproduces the original-style radio face-plate configuration. An aftermarket radio may require an application-specific installation kit or modification. Confirm the radio dimensions before cutting the bezel.
Is this an original GM assembly?
No. This is a new reproduction that replaces discontinued original GM console and radio face-plate components.
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