1. Check ebay for the veneer I dont know what your paying but Ive noticed a new one on their for $69.
2.Check ebay shifters are constantly on their.
And on the install cant you take the piece you are applying it to out b 4 you apply it?Its been awhile since Ive been around a first gen. but I thought that center piece would come out pretty easily.Not for sure but Im sure another 1st gen. owner can help.Good luck.