Product Description
Genuine GM 3983965 Clutch Pedal Safety Start Switch (NOS)
This Genuine GM 3983965 Clutch Pedal Safety Start Switch is a New Old Stock (NOS) component designed to ensure your classic GM vehicle starts only when the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Manufactured in the USA, this essential safety interlock switch is a direct replacement for various 1970-1972 Chevrolet full-size passenger cars, 1970-1978 Chevrolet Camaro and Nova, 1970-1978 Pontiac Firebird, 1973-1975 Buick Apollo, and 1974-1978 Oldsmobile Omega models equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission.
Key Features:
- Brand: GM
- Part Number: 3983965
- OEM Number: 3983965
- Position: Clutch Pedal
- Origin: USA
- Condition: NOS (New Old Stock)
Fitment:
| Make | Model | Year | Engine | Notes |
| Chevrolet | Impala / Caprice / Bel Air / Biscayne | 1970-1972 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | Full-size Passenger Cars |
| Chevrolet | Camaro / Nova | 1970-1978 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | |
| Pontiac | Firebird | 1970-1978 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | |
| Buick | Apollo | 1973-1975 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | |
| Oldsmobile | Omega | 1974-1978 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission |
Fits Years:
1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978
Note on Stock Photos: Due to our inventory of multiple identical units for this specific part number, we utilize representative stock photos for this listing. You will receive a component that strictly meets all listed specifications and fitment requirements. Please be aware that because these are vintage parts, minor cosmetic variations—such as surface finish, color, or production markings—may exist between different manufacturing runs. These slight aesthetic differences are a result of historical production processes and do not impact the part's integrity, performance, or authenticity.
A Note on Fitment Accuracy: We manually research our fitment data using vintage manufacturer catalogs to provide you with the most accurate information possible. However, because we are human and these decades-old resources can occasionally contain errors, we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. We strongly encourage you to perform your own due diligence and verify this part number for your specific application before purchasing. Please note that this part may also fit other vehicles or years not explicitly listed in our research.
Unbeatable Prices & Expectations
While many of our vintage parts were manufactured decades ago, they remain unused and high-quality. Some original boxes may show signs of shelf-wear, such as dust, tape, or surface distress from years of storage. Rest assured, the components inside have been inspected to ensure they are complete and ready to help you finish your project without breaking the bank.