[Hampshire]

I have a 5 spd w/ hydraulic clutch in my 49. It's smooth and gives good access to the power band - with the 5th gear it's great at 70 plus on the highway. I have a 16" Hurst stick attached to a mid shift location. That puts the shift knob (in the 1-3-5 positions) comfortably next to my knee...however, all that being said, with three in the front seat, you are probably better off with a column mount late model automatic.