Center Console Delete

[LuLaBells]

I just wanted to thank Ilikebmxbikes for the insight on getting this done. I am so much happier not having to hear the armrest.

[Gray_Panther]

Nice, looks clean!

[LuLaBells]

Thank you sir. firm believer in less is more.

[kukimonsta]

all you need is the cover? or did you purchase extra screws?

[LuLaBells]

There are really only 2 parts that you need to buy, all the screws and nuts needed are already on the car.

Cover centre console, rear - 51169110481 (specify what color you need)

Console insert, rear - 51167135455

the armrest unbolts and you put the insert in its place. The cover snaps into the insert.

[lowbudgethero]

I was hoping this was a delete to get more right leg room, but nice job anyway

[houtan]

this looks awesome. my armrest is so darn noisy, I am contemplating removing it as well. thanks for the pics and info.

[Elwood Blues]

Can you post a pic from the front or side of the car to get a better look at the interior without the armrest. Thanks.

[LuLaBells]

lucky for you its really slow at work

[e36addict]

Definitely doing this... Love the way it looks, and can't wait to get rid of the big, noisy armrest. Just ordered the parts, unfortunately special order from Germany. Won't be here till early December... Oh well.

[LuLaBells]

Originally Posted by e36addict

Definitely doing this... Love the way it looks, and can't wait to get rid of the big, noisy armrest. Just ordered the parts, unfortunately special order from Germany. Won't be here till early December... Oh well.

Its worth the wait, I had to wait about a week for the parts to come in.

[rpsco]

I did this 6 months or so ago. Never once has my right arm gotten tired from hovering. It's a cheap mod. If you end up hating it, easily reversible.

[LuLaBells]

My hand always ends up on my ebrake

[e36addict]

Originally Posted by LuLaBells

My hand always ends up on my ebrake

Same for me. I removed the armrest, and have a big hole at the rear of my console while I wait on parts... But so far, I really like it. The "rear" cupholder is now somewhat useful, buckling the seat belt is easier, and my arm falls right into place for use of the CIC controller. Much better

[HOGGLIFE]

Looks good. I've always used my armrest and storage, but also like the clean look and I have been tending to end up wedging my arm on top of the e-brake anyway.

[miiiiiiiitch]

where did you get the parts from?

[LuLaBells]

Originally Posted by miiiiiiiitch

where did you get the parts from?

Just went to the local BMW parts counter. Really easy process.

[DrivingTime]

I received the replacement parts this week... removing the armrest this weekend. :-)

[chris82]

Originally Posted by LuLaBells

I just wanted to thank Ilikebmxbikes for the insight on getting this done. I am so much happier not having to hear the armrest.

I love it!! I did that to mine a while ago and it is one of the best modifications I've done to the car.

[ShocknAwe]

You don't miss the arm rest? I don't know where I would put my arm if I removed it. It squeaks non-stop but I tried flipping it up and it felt super weird. I'd love to have the E9x M3 style arm rest or some other solid type arm rest.

Maybe it's just my T-Rex arms.

[chris82]

Originally Posted by ShocknAwe

You don't miss the arm rest? I don't know where I would put my arm if I removed it. It squeaks non-stop but I tried flipping it up and it felt super weird. I'd love to have the E9x M3 style arm rest or some other solid type arm rest.

Maybe it's just my T-Rex arms.

I drove with it flipped up half the time anyways, long arms here lol

[nachob]

Originally Posted by LuLaBells

I just wanted to thank Ilikebmxbikes for the insight on getting this done. I am so much happier not having to hear the armrest.

I bought the insert and cover but do you have pictures of what to do with the connectors that are behind? Do they attach to the plate (51167135455) or just stuff them inside and hope they don't rattle?
Thanks