Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following.
This new reproduction complete 6-speed upper-console shifter plate assembly is designed for the verified vehicle applications listed below. It replaces a worn, damaged or missing original component while restoring the part's intended function and an original-style finished appearance.
| Feature | Product specification |
| Producer | Hawks Restoration Parts |
| Product type | Complete 6-speed upper-console shifter plate assembly |
| Model years | 1997-1999 |
| Color | Graphite |
| Transmission | T56 6-speed manual |
| Installation area | Upper center console |
| Condition | New reproduction |
| Quantity | One complete assembly |
| Year | Make | Model | Required configuration |
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Camaro | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
| 1997 | Pontiac | Firebird / Formula / Trans Am | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Camaro | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
| 1998 | Pontiac | Firebird / Formula / Trans Am | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Camaro | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
| 1999 | Pontiac | Firebird / Formula / Trans Am | T56 6-speed manual transmission and Graphite center console |
Model equipment can vary within the same production year. Confirm the vehicle's actual component style and required configuration before ordering.
- One Graphite upper-console shifter plate
- Black shifter boot and retaining ring
- Front storage tray
- Ashtray insert and spring-loaded ashtray lid
Complete As-Shown Assembly
The package combines the upper plate with the black shift boot, retaining ring, front tray, ashtray and lid components, reducing the need to assemble worn pieces from multiple original consoles.
Transmission and Color Match
The opening is configured for the T56 6-speed shifter and the trim is Graphite for 1997-1999 interiors. Automatic and later Ebony plates differ.
Important Application Notes
- For 1997-1999 Graphite interiors
- T56 6-speed manual application only
- Complete as shown with boot, ring, tray and ashtray components
- Confirm console and shifter configuration before ordering
- Place the transmission in a safe neutral position and set the parking brake
- Protect the console and remove the shift knob as required
- Disconnect or transfer console electrical components as applicable
- Lift the old plate and document connector routing
- Compare the complete reproduction assembly
- Seat the boot and plate around the shifter without twisting
- Reassemble and verify full shifter travel in every gear
What makes this assembly complete?
It includes the Graphite plate, black shifter boot, boot ring, front tray, ashtray insert and spring-loaded lid.
Is it designed for an automatic transmission?
No. It is specifically configured for the T56 6-speed manual shifter.
Which interior color is supplied?
The plate is Graphite for compatible 1997-1999 interiors.
Can it be used in a 2000-2002 Ebony console?
The later Ebony interior uses a different color application; select the year-appropriate assembly.
What must be checked before final assembly?
Confirm the boot is not twisted and that the shifter reaches every gear without contacting the plate.
