Dash Console Question

[Renderhaus]

What exactly is that device on the dash console just to the right of the AC & stereo unit?

For the three years I had spent searching ebaymotors, autotrader.com and others in search of my SC400 (before I was in a position to actually buy one), I noticed something that some SC interiors had but most didn't - that curvy looking piece of dash accessory mounted vertically on the dash. My SC doesn't have one. I use the empty space to put stuff in, like parking passes.

I was once lead to believe that this piece was an aftermarket pop-out cup-holder (or post-production dealer accessory). I've only seen it in pictures of other peoples cars. In fact, even the showroom brochure for my year ('93) shows that spot empty. {yes, I actually kept the SC brochure I got from the Detroit International Auto Show in 1993}

So what exactly is that thing?

[jbarhorst2]

It's a pop out cupholder.

But it is not very good. You cannot drive and have your drink there because it WILL spill. It can be good if you are drinking in your car when you are parked.

But, Parked ONLY!

Tom

[Renderhaus]

That's kinda what I figured. So, was it a standard item - and most people have just snatched them out? What year did they start offering it? - Not that I want to get one. I'll take your word on the pop-spillage thing. The last thing I need is pop all in the my console.

thanks!

[BMAN1113]

I second that!!! USELESS!!! I removed mine and mounted my XM radio braket there.

[SAMOHT023]

I just use that empty spot for the remote that goes to my stereo.

[jbarhorst2]

That's where I mounted my XM radio bracket also.

I custom made my own bracket so that I could use the holes that were already at the back of the opening. No drilling and when I sell the car in a few years I can pop the cupholder back in.