Can you upload pics of both top plates. I will try to do it too. That way, we can see what we are talking about.
To review, these are 64-65 b and c body consoles.
64-65 b body AND Polaras used "ribbed" top plate, auto or 4 speed.
64 C body used "smooth" top plate.
65 Monaco's used smooth and had console extension to rear seat. Only Monaco's had this.
65 Fury had smooth top auto or 4 speed.
65 Sport Fury and 65 Chrysler 300 and 300 L had both smooth and woodgrain on automatics, but "woodgrain" only on 4 speeds. The 300 L console may also have been slightly longer,too!. Never proved that though!
The "woodgrain" 4 speed top plate is an "applique" only, sticks on console. Cannot find 4 speed woodgrain top plates anywhere.
Ebay seller "74GTX" has repro'd fiberglass 4 speed woodgrain top plate which is an excellent repro. Looks,fits exact, just isn't made of metal.
He was selling for $65. I bough2. excellent buy, in my opinion
Thanks,
Tom Denkler