I’ve become quite obsessed with finding authentic, model / year correct, parts in amazing or restorable condition. Much to the detriment of my pocketbook.
In the case of the gearshift knob, I may have to make an exception. I present to you the Red Dress Sexy Lady Universal Manual Car Gear Stick Shift Knob Shifter Lever. I don’t think it’s original to a 1960 Porsche, but according to eBay it is compatible. I suspect even the stuffiest of concours judges will give a bonus on style points alone.
On serious note, even smallest details matter to a purist. They are important to know, lest you get duped by someone trying to pass of reproductions as high-priced original parts.
Original Porsche 356 gearshift knobs have a small dimple in the top that can add a hundy spot to the price. This apparently distinguishes them from very nice reproductions. That and the absence of metal thread insert.
Photo credits brillstand and Sebastian Gaeta.
