Ash tray replacement?

[cwatt]

Was there ever a non-smokers version of the e30? I would like to replace the ash tray and cigarette lighter with a full-size storage compartment.

[GAJ]

See item #14 in attached diagram.

http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...09&hg=51&fg=35

[Steven]

See item #14 in attached diagram.

http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...09&hg=51&fg=35

Nope. That's just the insert for the ashtray. It's made in two pieces.

And as far as I know, there wasn't a nonsmoking version and there is not alternative on the market. You'd have to make it yourself.

[kronus]

it's NLA, you almost never see them

[kronus]

oh wow i take it back

here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-Storing-...-/151136405272

and here: http://www.amazon.com/BMW-Genuine-As...productDetails

[cwatt]

Wow! That's awesome you found it. I searched e-bay but was using e30 in my search criteria. Credit where credit is due - awesome work.

[GAJ]

Nope. That's just the insert for the ashtray. It's made in two pieces.

And as far as I know, there wasn't a nonsmoking version and there is not alternative on the market. You'd have to make it yourself.

Sorry Steven, you're incorrect. Item #14 is indeed the 1-piece open-topped Storage Partition (per description) that is a substitute for the 2-piece lid-topped Ashtray (item #3 in the diagram). This is the item that Kronus found on ebay. Either one will fit into item #4. BMW did not sell the ashtray lid and basin separately.

http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...09&hg=51&fg=35

[kronus]

I ordered one. We'll see how it fits. They were NLA for the longest time, I am happy to see them exist.

[cwatt]

Sorry Steven, you're incorrect. Item #14 is indeed the 1-piece open-topped Storage Partition (per description) that is a substitute for the 2-piece lid-topped Ashtray (item #3 in the diagram). This is the item that Kronus found on ebay. Either one will fit into item #4. BMW did not sell the ashtray lid and basin separately.

http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...09&hg=51&fg=35

Actually Steven was correct. I had originally asked for a replacement of the ash tray and cigarette lighter in hopes for a full-size storage compartment. I was hoping there might have been one because of the construction of the centre console. That little bin only replaces the ash tray, which is a good compromise none the less. I personally haven't any use for a cigarette lighter aside from charging my phone, which most radios now do with direct iPhone connection.

[GAJ]

Ah, yes, I reread original post. I now see desire was to replace ashtray AND lighter. Yup, I'm wrong, and agree there's nothing that replaces the lighter, as kronus will soon see.

[kronus]

I do know that this piece doesn't delete the lighter.. It's in the picture. That is just fine for me, the 12v socket is useful for more than lighting cigarettes.

[KIRIEIW]

Ash tray replacement?

Cut it like I did (using someone's photo but you get the idea)


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[mrcheezle19]

I have the no ash tray/storage bin in my car. It's up at castros at the moment I'll take a pic when I get it back

[mrcheezle19]

[Northern]

The metal bits pull right out for some extra space, I've done it to my front and rear ashtray. It's easier to get stuff out of it now for sure.