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GregW / Oregon · 04-07-2008, 09:02 PM

I've moved the following from the General forum, and updated the parts required to eliminate the ashtrays and install storage cubbies in their places.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ilron

I ordered it without the smokers package and have no regrets there.
For those who need 12v the plug has been moved under the armrest.
The front tray is perfect for a pair of sunglasses.

I'd have no doubts about removing the smoker option, unless you really need that 12v up front and like to clutter up your car with ugly wires.

Here is the part needed to convert the front:

8 Spectacles tray (comes w/ part 9) - 51 16 7 132 376

12V outlet for center console (or reuse one from front ashtray):

11 Plug-in socket with plug - 61 34 6 947 184
16 Stopper plug-in socket - 51 16 7 135 141

And the rear (just pop out the ashtray insert and put in the bottom mat, no need to replace whole part 5. However, if 3 is not available, you can get 5 and use the bottom mat from it) :

3 Floor mat velours - 51 16 6 960 687

Shade · 04-07-2008, 09:31 PM

Nice find.

jm1234 · 04-08-2008, 09:28 AM

The image is the coupe, right? Is it the same parts for the sedan?

GregW / Oregon · 04-08-2008, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jm1234

The image is the coupe, right? Is it the same parts for the sedan?

For the front & center console, I believe so, but am not 100% certain. Of course, the sedan does not have the rear console.

zieglerc · 04-08-2008, 02:19 PM

Ordered today, will take some pics when I have it installed.

GregW / Oregon · 04-13-2008, 12:41 PM

Update: Sold

I have an extra new rear part #3 (51 16 7 118 065, $10.61 list) which is all you need to convert the rear ashtray to a storage compartment I will sell to someone for $5 shipped. PM me.

zieglerc · 04-14-2008, 11:39 PM

The spectacles tray came with the bottom half of the lid, but not the top part with the chrome strip -- the part you actually see. Am I supposed to take it off the ashtray housing and reuse?

GregW / Oregon · 04-15-2008, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zieglerc

The spectacles tray came with the bottom half of the lid, but not the top part with the chrome strip -- the part you actually see. Am I supposed to take it off the ashtray housing and reuse?

Yes, I believe so. I have not done the install myself, though, so not sure of exact removal method. Looks like there are some tabs and slots in the two pieces.

zieglerc · 04-15-2008, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

Yes, I believe so. I have not done the install myself, though, so not sure of exact removal method. Looks like there are some tabs and slots in the two pieces.

Yeah, looks like. Thanks. I'll give it a go this weekend.

yahtzee · 04-15-2008, 10:24 PM

Anyone done this yet? I bought the actual tray piece but it looks like I either need to buy the cover section for the top or reuse (if possible) the one from the ashtray cover. Please tell me that I don't have to remove any of the console to get this swapped out.

GregW / Oregon · 04-15-2008, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yahtzee

Anyone done this yet? I bought the actual tray piece but it looks like I either need to buy the cover section for the top or reuse (if possible) the one from the ashtray cover. Please tell me that I don't have to remove any of the console to get this swapped out.

I'll do it this weekend. You need to resuse the cover trim, or get new. For the front, you will need to pop the console cover off. Shouldn't be too hard, but when I do it I will post info.

yahtzee · 04-15-2008, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I'll do it this weekend. You need to resuse the cover trim, or get new. For the front, you will need to pop the console cover off. Shouldn't be too hard, but when I do it I will post info.

whats the hold up? Lets get it moving......just kidding...hopefully you will post DIY pics...thanks,

DW

gadgetec · 04-15-2008, 11:57 PM

I did mine today, used the DIY from e90post.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7049

Bama M3 · 04-16-2008, 01:52 PM

I did this conversion on my E90 335i a few months ago using the instructions from E90post. You do have to pop off your ashtray cover and reuse it. This isn't that hard, but you must be very, very careful removing the ashtray cover. Overall, it's a pretty easy job.

I plan to remove the sunglass tray from my 335i and reinstall it on my M3 when it arrives. It's actually one of my favorite features in this car.

Good luck!

Bama M3 · 04-17-2008, 07:51 AM

BTW, has anyone here actually installed the sunglass holder in an M3? Since the console has the pwr/EDC/DSC buttons, I wonder if there are any additional complications with removing the console top?

gadgetec · 04-17-2008, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bama M3

BTW, has anyone here actually installed the sunglass holder in an M3? Since the console has the pwr/EDC/DSC buttons, I wonder if there are any additional complications with removing the console top?

It was not difficult, just one plug for the Power/EDC/DSC.

Bama M3 · 04-17-2008, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gadgetec

It was not difficult, just one plug for the Power/EDC/DSC.

That's good news. Thanks!

GregW / Oregon · 04-19-2008, 03:07 PM

I finally did the front today. Note that you do lose the subtle LED illumination that the stock ashtray has. The sunglass compartment has no illumination.

Edit: Or maybe not! I have an idea. Back later

Keto · 04-19-2008, 04:17 PM

Greg, if you can post a good few pics of you doing the conversion and also moving the 12v socket to the back, I will put a bumper sticker of your name on the Popemobile. I swear.

yahtzee · 04-19-2008, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I finally did the front today. Note that you do lose the subtle LED illumination that the stock ashtray has. The sunglass compartment has no illumination.

Edit: Or maybe not! I have an idea. Back later

How do you get the lighter plug unplugged?

GregW / Oregon · 04-19-2008, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yahtzee

How do you get the lighter plug unplugged?

Squeeze the white tabs on each side of the plug and pull.

zieglerc · 04-19-2008, 05:48 PM

I pulled REALLY hard on the center console but couldn't get it to come off... didn't feel comfortable trying any harder for fear that I'd break something. How hard did you guys have to pull?

04-07-2008, 09:31 PM	#2
Shade Captain Drives: 08 AW M3 M-DCT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 897 iTrader: (1)	Nice find. __________________ 08 E92 M3 AW M-DCT 09 INDxRENN-SPEC Project GT-R

04-13-2008, 12:41 PM	#6
GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief Drives: 2008 M3 Coupe, 2006 ML350 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR Posts: 5,386 iTrader: (0) View GregW / Oregon's Garage	*Update: Sold* I have an extra new rear part #3 (51 16 7 118 065, $10.61 list) which is all you need to convert the rear ashtray to a storage compartment I will sell to someone for $5 shipped. PM me. __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2008 M3 Coupe - Alpine/Fox Red/Carbon 2001 M3 Coupe - SOLD 3/08 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 - Pewter/Charcoal Alcantara/Aluminum Last edited by GregW / Oregon; 06-09-2008 at 10:29 PM.

04-16-2008, 01:52 PM	#14
Bama M3 First Lieutenant Drives: 08 M3 E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NoVA Posts: 356 iTrader: (1)	I did this conversion on my E90 335i a few months ago using the instructions from E90post. You do have to pop off your ashtray cover and reuse it. This isn't that hard, but you must be very, very careful removing the ashtray cover. Overall, it's a pretty easy job. I plan to remove the sunglass tray from my 335i and reinstall it on my M3 when it arrives. It's actually one of my favorite features in this car. Good luck! __________________ 2008 E90 ///M3 6MT \| Jerez Black / Fox Red / Aluminum \| Premium Pkg \| Technology Pkg \| Cold Weather Pkg \| Enhanced Premium Sound \| Moonroof \| Forged 19" Wheels \| Park Distance Control \| Rear Window Shades \| iPod/USB \| Satellite Radio \| HD Radio \| Blackline Tail Lights \| Last edited by Bama M3; 04-17-2008 at 10:41 AM.

04-17-2008, 07:51 AM	#15
Bama M3 First Lieutenant Drives: 08 M3 E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NoVA Posts: 356 iTrader: (1)	BTW, has anyone here actually installed the sunglass holder in an M3? Since the console has the pwr/EDC/DSC buttons, I wonder if there are any additional complications with removing the console top? __________________ 2008 E90 ///M3 6MT \| Jerez Black / Fox Red / Aluminum \| Premium Pkg \| Technology Pkg \| Cold Weather Pkg \| Enhanced Premium Sound \| Moonroof \| Forged 19" Wheels \| Park Distance Control \| Rear Window Shades \| iPod/USB \| Satellite Radio \| HD Radio \| Blackline Tail Lights \|

04-19-2008, 03:07 PM	#18
GregW / Oregon Commander-In-Chief Drives: 2008 M3 Coupe, 2006 ML350 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Lake Oswego, OR Posts: 5,386 iTrader: (0) View GregW / Oregon's Garage	Additional note I finally did the front today. Note that you do lose the subtle LED illumination that the stock ashtray has. The sunglass compartment has no illumination. Edit: Or maybe not! I have an idea. Back later Attached Images __________________ Greg Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA 2008 M3 Coupe - Alpine/Fox Red/Carbon 2001 M3 Coupe - SOLD 3/08 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350 - Pewter/Charcoal Alcantara/Aluminum Last edited by GregW / Oregon; 04-19-2008 at 03:30 PM.

04-08-2008, 09:28 AM	#3
jm1234 Lieutenant Drives: E90 M3 Jet Black/Tan/SA 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Alpharetta, GA Posts: 433 iTrader: (0)	The image is the coupe, right? Is it the same parts for the sedan?

04-08-2008, 02:19 PM	#5
zieglerc Private First Class Drives: 2008 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 186 iTrader: (0)	Ordered today, will take some pics when I have it installed.

04-14-2008, 11:39 PM	#7
zieglerc Private First Class Drives: 2008 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 186 iTrader: (0)	The spectacles tray came with the bottom half of the lid, but not the top part with the chrome strip -- the part you actually see. Am I supposed to take it off the ashtray housing and reuse?

04-15-2008, 10:24 PM	#10
yahtzee Captain Drives: Car Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California Posts: 620 iTrader: (1) View yahtzee's Garage	Anyone done this yet? I bought the actual tray piece but it looks like I either need to buy the cover section for the top or reuse (if possible) the one from the ashtray cover. Please tell me that I don't have to remove any of the console to get this swapped out.

04-15-2008, 11:57 PM	#13
gadgetec Enlisted Member Drives: 2008 E90 IB M3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pembroke Pines, Fl Posts: 48 iTrader: (0)	I did mine today, used the DIY from e90post. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7049

04-19-2008, 04:17 PM	#19
Keto Major Drives: 08 E92 M3 IB DCT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: N'awlins Posts: 1,059 iTrader: (1)	Greg, if you can post a good few pics of you doing the conversion and also moving the 12v socket to the back, I will put a bumper sticker of your name on the Popemobile. I swear. __________________ If you don't tell the dealer not to include the swirl option, your car will have the swirl option.

04-19-2008, 05:48 PM	#22
zieglerc Private First Class Drives: 2008 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 186 iTrader: (0)	I pulled REALLY hard on the center console but couldn't get it to come off... didn't feel comfortable trying any harder for fear that I'd break something. How hard did you guys have to pull?