WIW - 1968 Barracuda 383 Formula S 4 speed

69CudaFan said

So, what is the giveaway it is a 4 speed console? Just curious.

Also, my understanding is that the 68 a mixed bag when it comes to shifter choice? Were there Inlands and Hurst shifters, or is that an later or aftermarket piece? Also, if the Hurst is an OG piece, it should have the Reverse light, and an Inland would not. True statement?

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inlands early in production year, hurst later. Don't know approximate cutoff date. Don't know if there is enough research to make a good guess.

Research what the correct shifter should look like. They are expensive repro and used.

Hurst should have a reverse light. So look for that bezel or hole in dash.

Tough to factor console vs non console 4spd selling value difference after restored. Just a little more juice to help sell faster. Maybe $1K. These cars don't grow on trees, so it's a smaller detail. Paint, interior, numbers are much bigger issues.

Since this car is partially taken apart, you need to know your parts and parts ID. Take a million pictures of every square inch. A picture of every box that is opened. Need to make inventory list.