There actually is no part # on an original shifter body...Only a Purchase Order # from Hurst to GM...There is a way to put the PO# against the order date to show when it was made....As far as original, once you see one you will know that it is original as the offset looks like none others......Keep in mind that the side of the shifter body has a stamp on it I think it is #3802?...That is the # for the side piece only and not the part# for the shifter like everyone thinks....what about your friend that the handle came from?....The handle ONLY goes with the correct shifter for your car...Actually it goes for ONLY 1968,1969 Firebirds AND 1969 Camaro's....hope this helps