Hey Mike, I have a 4 speed and I recently purchased a "previously loved" auto console and a repro 4 speed top plate which means I have an original auto top plate that I don't need. It needs the woodgrain replaced for sure but I'm pretty sure there are no pits or anything to the metal. Let me know and if that's what you're looking for I'll go out to the shop and take some pics for you.
Ron