This product is handmade in Europe and can take up to eight weeks to arrive. No returns or exchanges accepted.
What This Is
A custom-sewn leather shift boot for 1956-1962 Corvette C1 cars with a manual transmission. It's the leather only: it mounts to your factory shift plate. It is not a complete shift boot assembly.
What's Included
- Included: 1 leather shift boot, cut and sewn to order in the material and colors you choose.
- Not included: shift knob, trim, frames or hardware. You reuse your factory parts.
Before You Order
- Fits 1956-1962 Corvette with a floor-shift manual transmission.
- Some photos show a Hurst shifter; the boot fits the factory shifter too.
- It's made to order, so it can take up to 8 weeks to arrive and can't be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your year, fitment, and colors before ordering.
- International shipping: every piece ships from Poland, so a $15 international shipping charge applies to each item at checkout.
Installation
Difficulty: Moderate | Tools: Phillips screwdriver, wrench for the shaft nut, double-sided tape
You'll remove the shift ball, cover plate and shift plate, fit the new boot to the plate, and reinstall.
▼ Click to Open / Close Step-by-Step Installation Guide (10 Steps)
Step 1. Back off the shaft nut and unscrew the shift ball.
Step 2. Remove the nut.
Step 3. Remove the center cover plate. Factory plates use two small screws; some aftermarket plates are held with adhesive tape.
Step 4. Remove the two screws holding the shift plate to the floor.
Step 5. Lift out the shift plate and old boot.
Step 6. Orient the new boot so the longer front-to-back leg points toward 2nd and 4th gear.
Step 7. Seat the boot in the plate, lining the corners up with the stitching. Double-sided tape on the back of the plate holds it in position.
Step 8. Optional: lay insulation over the floor opening (cut to clear shifter travel) to keep transmission heat out of the boot area.
Step 9. Slide the boot and plate over the shifter and push the collar about 5 inches below the ball. Check for slack in every gear, then screw the plate down.
Step 10. Reinstall the cover plate, nut and shift ball.
Leather care: apply a leather conditioner with UV protection every 4-6 weeks to keep it from drying out and cracking.
Options & Pricing
Choose your material, colors, and stitching color in the options above. Add-on prices are added in the cart.
Material
- Regular Leather
- Perforated Leather
- Nappa Leather +$15
- Genuine Alcantara +$25
- Faux Alcantara
- Carbon Fiber Vinyl
Two-tone: choose a second color in the options above.
Layout
- Default (Like My Factory Boot)
- 4 Panel (Stitching Forms An X) +$9
- Front to Back (Axis Of Car) +$9
Style
- Quadruple Thread +$9
Quadruple stitching color applies to the outer lines of thread.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my personal information kept private? Is it safe to use my credit card?
A: Yes, your personal information is kept private and it is safe to use your credit card.
Q: How much will shipping cost?
A: Unfortunately, the cost of shipping is a real expense. Our goal is to minimize your shipping costs. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on the items in your cart and will be displayed prior to you placing an order. Please note that oversized items may be subject to additional charges, which will be noted on the product page.
Q: How do I track my order?
A: Once your order ships, you will receive a tracking notification via email.
Q: Can someone outside of the United States place an order?
A: Yes, we are happy to provide worldwide service for our customers. Your shipping charges will be calculated during the checkout process. Customs and duty fees are the responsibility of the buyer.