Cup holder replacement

CHINE86MCOUPE · 01-03-2011, 09:55 PM

Has anyone replaced their cup holder? I see one screw inside, is that the only thing holding it in? I plan to replace it and not use it ever. Just knowing
it is broken bugs me even though I can't see it when it's closed.

Finnegan · 01-03-2011, 10:03 PM

There are two screws IIRC. You can get a replacement from Tischer. I used RealOEM to find the part number, then plugged it in to Tischer. But it's just going to break again. Ultimate cupholders are a better bet.

CHINE86MCOUPE · 01-03-2011, 10:15 PM

Does the vent above need to come out?

Finnegan · 01-03-2011, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by CHINE86MCOUPE

Does the vent above need to come out?

Yup. That's where the second screw is (behind the little plastic cap).

jmillet · 01-03-2011, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by CHINE86MCOUPE

Does the vent above need to come out?

Cup holder delete:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...+holder+delete

Finnegan · 01-03-2011, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jmillet

Cup holder delete:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...+holder+delete

Awesome!

boydgti · 01-04-2011, 12:08 AM

Its covered under warranty then get the ultimate cupholder for daily use

doozyj · 01-04-2011, 02:30 AM

I had both of mine replace under warranty. They are nearly worthless, much too fragile. But who the hell buys a M car for the cupholders?

CHINE86MCOUPE · 01-04-2011, 01:48 PM

Will they warranty it even if the plastic ratchet arm broke off, but ratchet mechanism is still here and working??

doozyj · 01-04-2011, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by CHINE86MCOUPE

Will they warranty it even if the plastic ratchet arm broke off, but ratchet mechanism is still here and working??

Only way to find out is go to the dealership and ask the SA.

thekurgan · 01-04-2011, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jmillet

Cup holder delete:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...+holder+delete

Yep, one of the best mods ever

inTgr8r · 01-04-2011, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by jmillet

Cup holder delete:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...+holder+delete

I not sure that you can order Euro parts through Tischer any more, to do this mod.

jmillet · 01-04-2011, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

I not sure that you can order Euro parts through Tischer any more, to do this mod.

Try North Haven BMW if Tischer can't get BMW AG parts.
You'll need a P/N 64 22 6 963 779 left cover black and P/N 64 22 6 918 464 right cover black.

jnkhan82 · 01-05-2011, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by boydgti

Its covered under warranty then get the ultimate cupholder for daily use

+1

I kneed in the cup holder first day I got the car when I got out to pump gas. I derailed it. It took like 10mins to pop it open, fix it. Never used it again. I got the Ultimate cup holder.

The issue I have with the Ultimate cup holder is, I sit close to the steering wheel. When I place a drink in it, it's a bit annoying to reach down and it brushes against my leg. I got two ultimate cup holders, so I place my drink in the passenger side; I find it easier to reach and doesn't brush against my leg; I don't regret the purchase, anything is better then the stock one.

ANUSTART · 01-05-2011, 11:27 AM

I ran into it the first time I put a cup in it. I took it apart and put it back on the rails. Now I just look out for it. Still use it all the time. Not a very good design, I'm sure it was an afterthought, but it does work.

ShakyDog · 01-06-2011, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jnkhan82

+1

I kneed in the cup holder first day I got the car when I got out to pump gas. I derailed it. It took like 10mins to pop it open, fix it. Never used it again. I got the Ultimate cup holder.

The issue I have with the Ultimate cup holder is, I sit close to the steering wheel. When I place a drink in it, it's a bit annoying to reach down and it brushes against my leg. I got two ultimate cup holders, so I place my drink in the passenger side; I find it easier to reach and doesn't brush against my leg; I don't regret the purchase, anything is better then the stock one.

Thank you, I also sit closer than most and I was wondering if I wanted one or two of these. It sound like one on the passenger side would do perfectly.

Steve

SCHMOUPE · 01-06-2011, 09:21 AM

The ultimate cupholder site says sold out for all BMW's. Anyone got an extra one willing to sell?

Finnegan · 01-06-2011, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by shakib

The ultimate cupholder site says sold out for all BMW's. Anyone got an extra one willing to sell?

Site says they should be back in stock ~Jan 15....

Apparently they were a popular gift this past holiday season.

inTgr8r · 01-06-2011, 11:51 AM

Dang....
I had a pair of these from my roadster, but I must have sold them.

...guess I'll have to re-order a pair.

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ANUSTART Captain 35 Rep 956 Posts Drives: Z4 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: IL iTrader: (0)	I ran into it the first time I put a cup in it. I took it apart and put it back on the rails. Now I just look out for it. Still use it all the time. Not a very good design, I'm sure it was an afterthought, but it does work.
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