1964 Console plate 4-speed

[rolling_Thunder]

So I have a 4-speed console plate for my 64 Polara project (going to a 4-speed swap) and it has the nice big hole in it for the factory instrument.... Which begins my question

What originally went here? I assume a tach? I've seen other consoles with clocks and even a vacuum gauge... so what were the original options on that piece?

Also - thinking about ditching the console all together - any idea what a good condition 4-speed top plate is worth ?

 

[Jerry Hall]

I have seen a tachometer, and a vacuum gauge, but not a clock. This is just what I have seen, I'm not saying a clock wasn't available there as well. I was assuming clocks were in the dash.

 

[moparsteve636]

If it didn't have a tach it had a delete plate! The top plate value depends on the condition! If it has a lot of pitting it's not worth a whole lot A nice one any where from $75.00 to ? depends how bad some one wants it!

 

[mopar blood]

how bout posting a few pics?
it'll remove alot of speculation!

 

[Dan64]

Just bought a entire console out of a 65' to use in my 64' ( their the same) ,came with the floor mounts as well -$200 bucks. Chrome was somewhat pitted but it was complete . There is a delete plate ,kinda looks like cross hair pattern if i remember correctly. I'll see if i can put up a pic of the delete plate when i get back to the shop.

 

[Dan64]

Just bought a entire console out of a 65' to use in my 64' ( their the same) ,came with the fl

 

[rolling_Thunder]

Good to know - the delete plate is missing from mine - even my factory console -- any idea where I would look to see if it was originally equipped with a block off or a tach? I need to go diving for the buildsheet but was curious if there were any telltale signs otherwise - factory wiring to the console maybe ?

 

[Dan64]

Not sure if the factory wired in provisions ( to be used or not) for a tach in the stock wiring . My car was a bench seat / no console car previously and to be honest I never took notice of the wiring beyond console lights and gear indicator light in the donor car. Truthfully ,I thought that a clock was the option for that spot only to find out later there was a tach available. Was a clock an option ?. Doesn't seem like a spot for a well positioned tach.

 

[moparsteve636]

Just bought a entire console out of a 65' to use in my 64' ( their the same) ,came with the floor mounts as well -$200 bucks. Chrome was somewhat pitted but it was complete . There is a delete plate ,kinda looks like cross hair pattern if i remember correctly. I'll see if i can put up a pic of the delete plate when i get back to the shop.

Bought it right for sure!

 

[Dan64]

Bought it right for sure!

I know it!. A guy down the street had it in a parts car. He always gives me good deals on stuff and is has helped me out a lot . Nice guy.

 

[mopar blood]

that was a great deal!

 

[ilm65]

A factory tachometer was available as an option and a “Performance Indicator” could be ordered from the dealer’s Parts counter. If you’re omitting your console, I’ll give you $100 for the top plate—sight unseen.

 

[swampdonkey]

I will up that price to $125.00 PLUS Shipping cost for the 4 speed plate.

 

[ilm65]

So I have a 4-speed console plate for my 64 Polara project (going to a 4-speed swap) and it has the nice big hole in it for the factory instrument.... Which begins my question

What originally went here? I assume a tach? I've seen other consoles with clocks and even a vacuum gauge... so what were the original options on that piece?

Also - thinking about ditching the console all together - any idea what a good condition 4-speed top plate is worth ?

 

[ilm65]

$200 for your 4-speed plate and I’ll pay the shipping. Simply need one to complete my project.

 

[swampdonkey]

That's a good price ilm65 hope you get it.
I believe I will let my auto console go with the trans and Frank Lipo stall convo and save some money.
I am going 4 speed also but does not need to be original for me. Good luck.

 

[BlairCoronet500]

Original 4 speed top plates are extremely hard to find. Last one I saw for sale was cracked at the tach hole and then welded back together and it was $400. Being from Canada $400 USD with exchange and shipping is close to $600.

 

[64 Sportfury]

https://abcmoparts.com/products/1965-plymouth-sport-fury-c-body-4-speed-console-top-plate

 

[swampdonkey]

https://abcmoparts.com/products/1965-plymouth-sport-fury-c-body-4-speed-console-top-plate

$59.00 good deal if not looking for original part.

 

[mopar blood]

i saw the plate from ABC. doesn't look bad. But you need to paint it. it was a 64 b body.