Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following.
This new reproduction console shifter plate restores the upper console area in compatible 1983-1984 Pontiac Firebird and Trans Am models equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. Hawks also lists it for a 1982 Firebird converted to a T5 when the surrounding console configuration matches.
| Feature | Product specification |
| Producer | Hawks Restoration Parts |
| Product type | five-speed manual shifter plate |
| Vehicle application | 1983-1984 Firebird / Trans Am with factory-style 5-speed console; 1982 T5 conversion application |
| Original / application reference | Factory-style 5-speed console plate |
| Condition | New reproduction |
| Quantity | One shifter plate with cigarette lighter and housing |
- One reproduction 5-speed manual shifter plate
- One cigarette lighter and lighter housing
- Factory-style Firebird console profile
Five-Speed Configuration
The opening and plate layout are intended for the 5-speed manual shifter arrangement.
Lighter Connection
A cigarette lighter and housing are supplied, but the electrical connector requires adaptation to the vehicle wiring; compare the product diagram.
Conversion Application
A 1982 T5 conversion can use the plate when the console, boot and surrounding components match the later 5-speed layout.
| Year / application | Required configuration |
| 1982 Pontiac Firebird / Trans Am | T5 manual conversion with compatible 1983-1984-style console arrangement |
| 1983 Pontiac Firebird / Trans Am | Factory-style 5-speed manual transmission and matching console |
| 1984 Pontiac Firebird / Trans Am | Factory-style 5-speed manual transmission and matching console |
Model, trim and equipment availability can vary. Compare the original component, installation location and product photographs before ordering.
- Disconnect battery power before servicing the console wiring.
- Protect the console and document the original plate orientation.
- Transfer the vehicle’s ashtray and inspect the shifter boot arrangement.
- Adapt the supplied lighter housing connector using the provided wiring reference.
- Test-position the plate and verify shifter travel in every gear.
- Reconnect power and test the lighter circuit before final assembly.
Which transmission layout is required?
The plate is designed for a compatible 5-speed manual shifter arrangement.
Can it be used in a 1982 Firebird?
Yes, when the car has a T5 conversion and the matching later-style console configuration.
Is the supplied lighter connector identical to the original?
No. Hawks notes that the new lighter housing connection requires wiring adaptation.
How should the part be selected?
Use the exact vehicle equipment and the stated application details rather than body style alone.
Why inspect nearby components at the same time?
Wear or damage around the installation area can prevent the replacement from operating correctly.
