I believe it was required with:

convertible (BH27, BP27, BS27)
or
426 Hemi engine (E74) F60-15 tires were included w/E74
or
R32 dual rear seat speakers & H31 rear window defogger (both must be optioned)
or
U82 E60-15 tires w/15" wheels

The mounting stud is a different length & mounted in a different spot - space saver VS. full size spare.