when I was trying to ditch my 97 GL Zetec ATX, I was actually looking for a 95-96 V6 5-spd, but some online classifieds don't specify manual or automatic. The SVT made the task easier because it only comes in 5-spd.
As far as your car, intake plaque aside, all the other SVT-specific pieces add up. The VIN will tell you for sure. Ask about the plaque, maybe someone just stole it (it happens). In any case, it's easy for them to replace it.
