The short-throw shifters always seem a bit too far away for me to reach. Though I haven't driven a car with one of these, I bet it will help alleviate that problem. Plus it looks pretty cool. It is designed for S197 shifters, but will also fit ’79-’04 shifters, and is with or without a knob. The handle itself retails for $59.95.
Check it out at: www.steeda.com/products/steeda_billet_pro_street_handle_knob.php