Where to store loose change in the X3

The X Men · 04-07-2013, 08:33 AM

I notice the X3 does not have a coin holder or an ash tray, just wondering where do you guys keep the loose change for parking meter and such.

clivem2 · 04-07-2013, 09:22 AM

In the drink holder

NYCX3 · 04-07-2013, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by The X Men

I notice the X3 does not have a coin holder or an ash tray, just wondering where do you guys keep the loose change for parking meter and such.

The germans didn't expect those driving a BMW to be the type to use change. Big bills only.

fjrmann · 04-07-2013, 11:23 AM

When I drove my '02 Tacoma, I bought a Toyota brand coin holder. I keep it with some other small items in the compartment under the head light selector switch

alexg62 · 04-07-2013, 06:49 PM

Bell makes one. I bought one on amazon last year. Just search for bell coin holder.

Greg2010 · 04-07-2013, 06:58 PM

Same place I kept it the 335...in a zip lock bag placed in the storage compartment in the drivers door.

lbjgh · 04-07-2013, 07:49 PM

This is what I use... just place it in drink holder.

DaveTheNerd · 04-07-2013, 11:03 PM

I put mine in the drivers door handle, which is also where I usually leave my key when it's parked here at the house.

halohead52 · 04-08-2013, 06:09 AM

There is a fold-out compartment on the dash to the left (in US) of the steering column. Perfect for change.

Bustofa · 04-08-2013, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by halohead52

There is a fold-out compartment on the dash to the left (in US) of the steering column. Perfect for change.

That's what I use but it's on the right in a RHD.

3Bimmer · 04-08-2013, 12:20 PM

Problem solved:

http://www.shopbmwusa.com/PRODUCT/32...NVENIENCE-KIT/

I have one of these and it is extremely useful. The lid flips up to reveal an ash tray. You can also store coins in it. Very good quality and fits perfectly with the X3 interior. A bit pricey, but worth it. As a bonus, it also fits in the door storage pocket, in the water bottle recess.

The kit also comes with a pop-up lighter, something the X3 does not have by default.

DonC · 04-08-2013, 08:57 PM

in my pockets...

rhubarb · 04-09-2013, 01:23 PM

On rhd, cubby hole to the right of steering wheel. It is perfect for change etc as it closes shut.

Bmwlvr60 · 04-09-2013, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by lbjgh

This is what I use... just place it in drink holder.

Excellent!

cheesebag · 04-10-2013, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DonC

in my pockets...

Agreed!

citrilla · 04-10-2013, 02:24 PM

Buy the two small cups that fit into the drink holders from a BMW dealer. They work perfectly. Usually they are part of the extended storage option but you can buy them separately

plymjack · 04-11-2013, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by lbjgh

This is what I use... just place it in drink holder.

Smae here - see they work the world over...

04-07-2013, 08:33 AM	#1
The X Men Colonel 99 Rep 2,323 Posts Drives: 2013 X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: MA iTrader: (0)	Where to store loose change in the X3 I notice the X3 does not have a coin holder or an ash tray, just wondering where do you guys keep the loose change for parking meter and such.
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04-07-2013, 09:22 AM	#2
clivem2 Colonel 539 Rep 2,073 Posts Drives: X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	In the drink holder __________________ Current: G01 M40i Silver / Tartufo Previous: E30 318iS, E39 520i 523i 523i, E46 vert 330i 330i, E93 vert 335i, F25 30D 35D
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fjrmann Private First Class 5 Rep 109 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW X3 X35i Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Pensacola, Florida iTrader: (0)	When I drove my '02 Tacoma, I bought a Toyota brand coin holder. I keep it with some other small items in the compartment under the head light selector switch
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04-07-2013, 06:49 PM	#5
alexg62 Private 19 Rep 73 Posts Drives: X3 35i M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	Bell makes one. I bought one on amazon last year. Just search for bell coin holder.
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Greg2010 Private First Class 22 Rep 147 Posts Drives: 2020 X1 sDrive28i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Same place I kept it the 335...in a zip lock bag placed in the storage compartment in the drivers door. __________________ 2020 X1 sDrive28i l Xline l Luxury l Harman Kardon l Wireless l Parking Assist l Sliding/ Reclining Rear Seat SOLD - 2013 X3 35i l BSM l MSport l DHP l Premium l Sound l Tech l CW/CWII l Apps l 35% Tint SOLD - 2010 E92 335 X-drive l BSM l MSport l Steptronic l Premium l CW l Logic 7 l Confort l Nav l KW-V1s l 35% Tint
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lbjgh Lieutenant Colonel 104 Rep 1,511 Posts Drives: 2013 AW X3 M-Sport Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: North of Toronto iTrader: (0)	This is what I use... just place it in drink holder. __________________ 2013, AW, xDrive35i, M Sport Package, Technology Package, Dynamic Comfort Package, Premium Package, 3M Clear Bra, Euro foglight switch, a few coded fixes
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DaveTheNerd New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 35i Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	I put mine in the drivers door handle, which is also where I usually leave my key when it's parked here at the house. __________________ 2011 X3 x35i (Deep Sea Blue Metallic, Sand Beige, Convenience, Cold Weather Package, Premium, Technology, & Roof Rails!) Also co-host of The Mac Observer's Mac Geek Gab podcast.
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halohead52 Private 10 Rep 63 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 TS w/Mojave Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 F25 28i [0.00] 2006 E46 330 CiC [0.00]	There is a fold-out compartment on the dash to the left (in US) of the steering column. Perfect for change.
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3Bimmer Private First Class 11 Rep 163 Posts Drives: 2013 X3 35i Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Problem solved: http://www.shopbmwusa.com/PRODUCT/32...NVENIENCE-KIT/ I have one of these and it is extremely useful. The lid flips up to reveal an ash tray. You can also store coins in it. Very good quality and fits perfectly with the X3 interior. A bit pricey, but worth it. As a bonus, it also fits in the door storage pocket, in the water bottle recess. The kit also comes with a pop-up lighter, something the X3 does not have by default.
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DonC Lieutenant 29 Rep 427 Posts Drives: 2013 X3 3.5i M sport, etc Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: near Seattle iTrader: (0)	in my pockets... __________________ 2013 X3 3.5i AW,Msprt,rear fogs,PS,CP, Tech, etc... Other cars 2005 S2000 2018 i3S
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rhubarb New Member 2 Rep 6 Posts Drives: F25_x3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	On rhd, cubby hole to the right of steering wheel. It is perfect for change etc as it closes shut.
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citrilla Winker 0 Rep 36 Posts Drives: Space Grey X3 MSport 2.0d Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Buy the two small cups that fit into the drink holders from a BMW dealer. They work perfectly. Usually they are part of the extended storage option but you can buy them separately
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