Cup holder inserts with Chrome edge - XBimmers

pault · 05-07-2011, 05:28 PM

A few folks have reported their X3 arriving recently with two inserts in the front cup holders. Not sure if they are an alternative cup holder or a general purpose storage container. Attached some pictures.

Want the thrill · 05-07-2011, 05:37 PM

Yep, they are now standard and show up on the configurator as well

Cactus · 05-07-2011, 05:38 PM

Are they available aftermarket?

zlee11 · 05-07-2011, 06:38 PM

I'm glad you posted this. I was wondering about the cup holders. So, the chrome inserts come out? They look as I they will be too narrow to fit my travel mug. What are the inserts for?

Harplayr · 05-07-2011, 06:47 PM

I think they’re for holding general stuff.
Probably not good for cups as they disable the tensioning fingers.

Powerrunner · 05-07-2011, 08:26 PM

These look great! I gotta get me a set. Thanks for sharing.

BIMMER UK 76 · 05-08-2011, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Powerrunner

These look great! I gotta get me a set. Thanks for sharing.

They certainly looks more upmarket than without

Can someone get hold of the part number from a dealer in the US/Canada (perhaps the part number is embossed on the underside?)

sfax · 05-08-2011, 02:29 AM

Can i get them in brushed aluminium?

inamik75 · 05-08-2011, 02:35 AM

Never understood why BMW put the cigarette lighter next to the drinks

BIMMER UK 76 · 05-08-2011, 03:04 AM

I'm sure its from the smokers but without the lid

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coiken · 05-08-2011, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Want the thrill

Yep, they are now standard and show up on the configurator as well

Yep, I confirm this also on the Belgian configurator, seems to be a wprldwide change!
I've always been a fan of little details to make things look better than the others... this clearly is one of those details! It makes the car look more finished and expensive

Benassi · 05-08-2011, 07:15 AM

What is the inner material of the inserts? Plastic?

guitarpath · 05-08-2011, 07:30 AM

I like the chrome inserts. They also give you the option of taking them out and placing one in the center storage compartment for coin storage. However, I think the the front cup holder looks better with the chrome inserts.

Its a shame that there doesn't appear to be any place in the X3 for coins. There are still plenty of places that have coin-fed parking meters.

Does anyone have any other suggestions regarding coin storage?

Lotus7 · 05-08-2011, 07:58 AM

Please see the coin holders thread:
http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showth...t=coin+holders

guitarpath · 05-08-2011, 08:17 AM

Thank you for the heads-up, Lotus.

This option was mentioned in the aforementioned thread:

http://www.amazon.com/CUSTOM-ACCESSO.../dp/B0001XPC7C

Does anyone know if this coin holder will fit snugly in the center storage compartment?

tank531 · 05-08-2011, 09:10 AM

UK configurator only shows these cromed inserts if you add the optional extended storage pack! I checked with FF 4.0.1

nick776 · 05-10-2011, 08:15 PM

I'm kind of pissed about this. These appear to be part of the Premium Package in America which includes and enhanced "storage" package. I want these, BADLY. Does anyone know the part number without having to buy the smoker's package?

Vintage · 05-11-2011, 09:44 AM

I received the chrome inserts with delivery last weekend. As a bonus, I also received the "folding box" for the cargo compartment from the factory!!! It was hidden under the rear floor in the cargo area - cool.

pault · 05-11-2011, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by VintageBMW

I received the chrome inserts with delivery last weekend. As a bonus, I also received the "folding box" for the cargo compartment from the factory!!! It was hidden under the rear floor in the cargo area - cool.

I think I have one of those two, I spotted something in there when I picked it up and then forgot all about it, thanks for the reminder!

LEDZEP · 05-11-2011, 11:41 AM

I remembered seeing the chrome rings in the photos of my configuration, and then noticed they were not there when I took delivery.... but then my CA handed me a foam wrapped item and voila - there it was. I think they are for loose change or general small item storage. They pop in and out easily enough.

Also wonder if they are provided for the 35i trim and not the 28i? Not sure.

Harplayr · 05-11-2011, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDZEP

I remembered seeing the chrome rings in the photos of my configuration, and then noticed they were not there when I took delivery.... but then my CA handed me a foam wrapped item and voila - there it was. I think they are for loose change or general small item storage. They pop in and out easily enough.

Also wonder if they are provided for the 35i trim and not the 28i? Not sure.

I have them in my 28i

bekind · 05-11-2011, 02:33 PM

We were told these inserts were standard in all X3s as of mid April.

05-07-2011, 05:28 PM	#1
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05-07-2011, 06:38 PM	#4
zlee11 Enlisted Member Drives: 2011 X3 28i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: New York Posts: 38 iTrader: (0)	Oh! I'm glad you posted this. I was wondering about the cup holders. So, the chrome inserts come out? They look as I they will be too narrow to fit my travel mug. What are the inserts for? __________________ 2011 X3 xDrive 28i Alpine White/Black/Brushed Aluminum Premium \| Technology \| Cold Weather \| Convenience \| Sat Radio \| BMW Apps \| Auto High Beams \| iPhone 4 Media Snap-In

05-08-2011, 02:29 AM	#8
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05-08-2011, 03:04 AM	#10
BIMMER UK 76 Major Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,080 iTrader: (0)	I'm sure its from the smokers but without the lid http://www.circlebmwparts.com/cgi-bi...rds&mh=1&nh=15 You can always count on realoem.com __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps Last edited by BIMMER UK 76; 05-08-2011 at 03:09 AM.

05-08-2011, 07:58 AM	#14
Lotus7 Major Drives: xxxx Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: xxxx Posts: 1,041 iTrader: (0)	Coin Holders Please see the coin holders thread: http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showth...t=coin+holders

05-07-2011, 05:37 PM	#2
Want the thrill Major Drives: X3 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: MI Posts: 1,034 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 X3 35i [4.00]	Yep, they are now standard and show up on the configurator as well

05-07-2011, 05:38 PM	#3
Cactus Enlisted Member Drives: 2011 X3 2.8i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 44 iTrader: (0)	Are they available aftermarket?

05-07-2011, 06:47 PM	#5
Harplayr Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW X3 28i, F25 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 424 iTrader: (0)	I think they’re for holding general stuff. Probably not good for cups as they disable the tensioning fingers.

05-07-2011, 08:26 PM	#6
Powerrunner Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW X3 35i 2011 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naperville Posts: 275 iTrader: (0)	These look great! I gotta get me a set. Thanks for sharing.

05-08-2011, 02:35 AM	#9
inamik75 Captain Drives: E60 5 series Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Nairobi Posts: 696 iTrader: (0)	Never understood why BMW put the cigarette lighter next to the drinks

05-08-2011, 07:15 AM	#12
Benassi New Member Drives: F25 X3 20d Alpine White Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	What is the inner material of the inserts? Plastic?

05-08-2011, 07:30 AM	#13
guitarpath Private Drives: 2011 X3 xDrive 35i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 75 iTrader: (0)	I like the chrome inserts. They also give you the option of taking them out and placing one in the center storage compartment for coin storage. However, I think the the front cup holder looks better with the chrome inserts. Its a shame that there doesn't appear to be any place in the X3 for coins. There are still plenty of places that have coin-fed parking meters. Does anyone have any other suggestions regarding coin storage?

05-08-2011, 08:17 AM	#15
guitarpath Private Drives: 2011 X3 xDrive 35i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 75 iTrader: (0)	Thank you for the heads-up, Lotus. This option was mentioned in the aforementioned thread: http://www.amazon.com/CUSTOM-ACCESSO.../dp/B0001XPC7C Does anyone know if this coin holder will fit snugly in the center storage compartment?

05-08-2011, 09:10 AM	#16
tank531 Deckhand Drives: F25 2.0D SE xDrive (Sep 11) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Coventry - UK Posts: 389 iTrader: (0)	UK configurator only shows these cromed inserts if you add the optional extended storage pack! I checked with FF 4.0.1

05-10-2011, 08:15 PM	#17
nick776 Private Drives: 2012 328i (F30, On Order) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 66 iTrader: (0)	I'm kind of pissed about this. These appear to be part of the Premium Package in America which includes and enhanced "storage" package. I want these, BADLY. Does anyone know the part number without having to buy the smoker's package?

05-11-2011, 09:44 AM	#18
Vintage Colonel Drives: 2010 Z4 35i and 2010 X5 35d Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 2,050 iTrader: (0)	I received the chrome inserts with delivery last weekend. As a bonus, I also received the "folding box" for the cargo compartment from the factory!!! It was hidden under the rear floor in the cargo area - cool.

05-11-2011, 11:41 AM	#20
LEDZEP Lieutenant General Drives: 2009 E70 & 2011 F25 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Area 51 Posts: 12,277 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 35i M Sport [3.93] 2009 X5 M Sport [0.00] 2007 328xi E90 [0.00] 2006 325xiT E91 [0.00]	I remembered seeing the chrome rings in the photos of my configuration, and then noticed they were not there when I took delivery.... but then my CA handed me a foam wrapped item and voila - there it was. I think they are for loose change or general small item storage. They pop in and out easily enough. Also wonder if they are provided for the 35i trim and not the 28i? Not sure. __________________ I think it is bad luck to be superstitious

05-11-2011, 02:33 PM	#22
bekind Private Drives: x3 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ohio Posts: 86 iTrader: (0)	We were told these inserts were standard in all X3s as of mid April.

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