Got my new console yesterday to replace the bench seat with the fake center storage
Found the directions online, attached here for anyone. At first glance it looks pretty easy. I got the part brand new for $295 and came in about a week despite the notice they were low on stock. https://www.gmperformancemotor.com/parts/84756948.html
It JUST replaces the seat/back and now the top opens!! It will sit into the framing that holds the AC vents. IT does NOT go all the way down under the front dash but I don't care - i just wanted STORAGE!
Hoping to get the install done today.