That is a tough one. There are options:
https://core-shifters.com/products/c...ard-relocation
If you can get the parts the shifter ends up about 14" from the bellhousing. Here's a nice writeup.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300892
It's too bad there never really was a killer five speed car transmission supplied by OEM.