Is this weird? 4 speed car has auto linkage

Its all apart and in a box somewhere now as the car is stripped for restoration. The linkage bolts to the frame rail. I'll probably not reinstall it but keep it in case the next owner has to have it.
If you don't reinstall it you'll have to jam that column lever up or you won't get the key out. That or you'll find yourself rotating the column collar with your hand at times to get the key out.