Replacing the front ashtray

Steeler Nation · 12-28-2009, 11:56 PM

Just brought home our new E Class. Initial impressions are very positive.
Is anyone aware of an aftermarket replacement for the front ashtray to convert it to a coin holder or smaller tray? The coin holder in the glove box seems like a joke.

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bigevil · 12-29-2009, 02:23 AM

http://www.mbworld.org/forums/e-clas...put-where.html

I'd stay tuned to this post, see what happens

Diesel Benz · 12-29-2009, 02:29 AM

A car with a non-smoker package (standard in Europe) comes without a cigarette lighter but with a power connector and a mat in the "ash-tray".
http://www4.mercedes-benz.com/manual...html#d13e59163

bigevil · 12-29-2009, 02:34 AM

we need this part no.
!

220S · 12-29-2009, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by bigevil

we need this part no.
!

Call your dealer or pm konigstiger here on MBWorld.

Steeler Nation · 12-29-2009, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by 220S

Call your dealer or pm konigstiger here on MBWorld.

I can't seem to find the part listing for European models. I did speak to my dealer about this last night when going over the car. I did PM "Konigstiger" as well.

If enough people are interested, maybe we can set up a bulk buy from Europe if that is the source.

El Cid · 12-29-2009, 08:44 AM

On my last car, I just took out the metal cigarette holder and then lined the bottom with a piece of sticky on one side felt. Worked great and when I sold the car, I took out the felt, used a little Goof Off to remove the residue and poped the cigaretter holder back in.
On my E, I just dropped the coins in and have no problems. No rattles or anything and the opening is big enough to reach in and get the coins out.

Steeler Nation · 12-29-2009, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by El Cid

On my last car, I just took out the metal cigarette holder and then lined the bottom with a piece of sticky on one side felt. Worked great and when I sold the car, I took out the felt, used a little Goof Off to remove the residue and poped the cigaretter holder back in.
On my E, I just dropped the coins in and have no problems. No rattles or anything and the opening is big enough to reach in and get the coins out.

Great idea. I'm sure your solution also cost less than $5.
I think I'll pursue this avenue. This is why I love forums.

Edit: After some thought, I guess I could take an old mouse pad and cut it to fit the compartment with the ashray removed. That would give a nice, cushioned area provided the pad is not too thick.

Diesel Benz · 12-29-2009, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Steeler Nation

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Edit: After some thought, I guess I could take an old mouse pad and cut it to fit the compartment with the ashray removed. That would give a nice, cushioned area provided the pad is not too thick.

You have a nice new W212, please order the OEM mat from your dealer, your car deserves it and you would not upset fellow MB owners who visit your car.

Steeler Nation · 12-29-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Diesel Benz

You have a nice new W212, please order the OEM mat from your dealer, your car deserves it and you would not upset fellow MB owners who visit your car.

Are you questioning my arts and crafts skills??

konigstiger · 12-29-2009, 04:47 PM

In following DB’s post, it looks as though part #2128130002 may be the ashtray replacement (#200 in diagram – ashtray stowage compartment, center console). Possibly European members can recommend a source for confirmation/purchase.

Steeler Nation · 01-01-2010, 06:23 PM

So I feel pretty silly about this.

I took the ashtray out of the car. Examining it demonstrated that the metal frame was just clipped on. I popped of the frame, glued a piece of photo paper into the dish, and popped it back in. Voila. instant coin, cell phone tray. Simple solution to a simple problem.

Its all original equipment too, so no other MB owner who sits in my car will get upset.

220S · 01-01-2010, 06:26 PM

But it's not OEM photo paper.

bigevil · 01-01-2010, 09:34 PM

explain what the photo paper does here? why use that over anything else?

Steeler Nation · 01-02-2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by bigevil

explain what the photo paper does here? why use that over anything else?

The photo paper, being white, reflects the light a little more making it easier to see what is in the tray. The paper also muffles some of the noise of coins moving around. Its not as good as felt, but serves its purpose.

As far as it not being official MB paper, I created my own bootleg paper by printing a silver MB star on the paper. You just take a 4x6 size card and cut it about half. I'm good to go...

mg-E550 · 01-02-2010, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Steeler Nation

As far as it not being official MB paper, I created my own bootleg paper by printing a silver MB star on the paper. You just take a 4x6 size card and cut it about half. I'm good to go...

nice touch!!!

ghostrdr · 01-02-2010, 11:18 AM

huh! learned something new. Thanks for the tip on popping off the metal cover. maybe I'll take a trip to the local store to buy some felt. However, knowing how I am, I'll probably just end up leaving the coins in there to rattle around.

mg-E550 · 01-02-2010, 06:07 PM

Thx for the recommendation!!! I popped mine off today. Was great for holding the keys as well as my iPhone. No meaningful rattles even with no paper or felt in there.

bugatti · 01-03-2010, 04:43 AM

just pop the cover off... nice find... quick and simple.

bigevil · 01-03-2010, 04:40 PM

you can use the loop side of velcow(the soft part) and cut it pretty damn close to perfect fit in about 2 minutes flat. threw my quarters back in and its super quiet, looks fantastic.

Steeler Nation · 01-03-2010, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by bigevil

you can use the loop side of velcow(the soft part) and cut it pretty damn close to perfect fit in about 2 minutes flat. threw my quarters back in and its super quiet, looks fantastic.

Nice solution.

ghostrdr · 01-06-2010, 12:33 AM

O.k., it took me a little more than 2 minutes flat, but I went to Michaels arts and crafts store. Picked up a sheet of black felt for $1.49. The felt has adhesive backing to it. I spent about 15 minutes cutting the pieces out and sticking it to the tray. I was even able to cut out a hole for the light. Any parts that had gaps between the felt panels, I just shoved in thin pieces of felt.

It looks seamless now and pretty professional. It's not as squishy as velcro, but it works for me. We'll have to see about the noise.

Great solution pulling the metal top off!

220S · 01-08-2010, 03:31 AM

Sounds like some good solutions until MB comes out with a W212 rubber pad like they did for the W211.

But instead of velcro, or arts and crafts materials, etc.., why not use real automotive moleskin like you see in, well, cars.

You can get it at auto body supply stores. Or get it here: http://www.tintprotector.com/strips/index.htm

Steeler Nation · 01-08-2010, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 220S

Sounds like some good solutions until MB comes out with a W212 rubber pad like they did for the W211.

But instead of velcro, or arts and crafts materials, etc.., why not use real automotive moleskin like you see in, well, cars.

So if its not OEM, its CRAAP!! (insert Scottish accent)

ghostrdr · 01-08-2010, 08:46 AM

well, I would have used moleskin if I knew that product existed and I wasn't so darned impatient. I was just so excited to see make the adjustment.

Oh well. $1.49 is hard to beat.

12-29-2009, 08:44 AM	#7
El Cid Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 816 Drives: 2010 E350 Luxury Sedan	Removing ashtray On my last car, I just took out the metal cigarette holder and then lined the bottom with a piece of sticky on one side felt. Worked great and when I sold the car, I took out the felt, used a little Goof Off to remove the residue and poped the cigaretter holder back in. On my E, I just dropped the coins in and have no problems. No rattles or anything and the opening is big enough to reach in and get the coins out.

01-01-2010, 06:23 PM	#12
Steeler Nation Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 18 Drives: 2010 EClass 350 Sport 4Matic	Simple solution So I feel pretty silly about this. I took the ashtray out of the car. Examining it demonstrated that the metal frame was just clipped on. I popped of the frame, glued a piece of photo paper into the dish, and popped it back in. Voila. instant coin, cell phone tray. Simple solution to a simple problem. Its all original equipment too, so no other MB owner who sits in my car will get upset. __________________ Garage: W212 Sport 350 4-Matic, Arctic White, Beige/Black, Prem II Pkg, Wheel Pkg, Panoramic Roof, Parktronic 2010 BMW Z4 35i, Deep Sea Blue, Beige Kansas Leather, Sport Pkg, Prem Pkg, Navigation, Parktronic, Prem Audio, Cold Weather Pkg, Comfort Access

01-03-2010, 04:43 AM	#19
bugatti Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: CA, USA Posts: 24 Drives: 2010 E550	just pop the cover off... nice find... quick and simple. __________________ 10 E550W White/Black, P2 08 Lexus LS460 - HRE 21" (past) 06 E350 W211 - (past)

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12-29-2009, 02:23 AM	#2
bigevil Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 110 Drives: 2012 C Sport Sedan	http://www.mbworld.org/forums/e-clas...put-where.html I'd stay tuned to this post, see what happens

12-29-2009, 02:29 AM	#3
Diesel Benz MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Europe Posts: 4,556 Drives: 221.122 & 212.025 & 204.089	A car with a non-smoker package (standard in Europe) comes without a cigarette lighter but with a power connector and a mat in the "ash-tray". http://www4.mercedes-benz.com/manual...html#d13e59163

12-29-2009, 02:34 AM	#4
bigevil Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 110 Drives: 2012 C Sport Sedan	we need this part no. !

01-01-2010, 06:26 PM	#13
220S MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 4,335 Drives: 991 S, Cayenne S, 997.2 (gone) 993 (gone) E63 AMG (gone)	But it's not OEM photo paper.

01-01-2010, 09:34 PM	#14
bigevil Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 110 Drives: 2012 C Sport Sedan	explain what the photo paper does here? why use that over anything else?

01-02-2010, 11:18 AM	#17
ghostrdr Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 13 Drives: 2010 E350	huh! learned something new. Thanks for the tip on popping off the metal cover. maybe I'll take a trip to the local store to buy some felt. However, knowing how I am, I'll probably just end up leaving the coins in there to rattle around.

01-02-2010, 06:07 PM	#18
mg-E550 Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NY Posts: 345 Drives: 2010 E550 4matic, 2008 MDX, 2011 335i Vert	Thx for the recommendation!!! I popped mine off today. Was great for holding the keys as well as my iPhone. No meaningful rattles even with no paper or felt in there.

01-03-2010, 04:40 PM	#20
bigevil Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 110 Drives: 2012 C Sport Sedan	you can use the loop side of velcow(the soft part) and cut it pretty damn close to perfect fit in about 2 minutes flat. threw my quarters back in and its super quiet, looks fantastic. Attached Thumbnails

01-06-2010, 12:33 AM	#22
ghostrdr Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 13 Drives: 2010 E350	O.k., it took me a little more than 2 minutes flat, but I went to Michaels arts and crafts store. Picked up a sheet of black felt for $1.49. The felt has adhesive backing to it. I spent about 15 minutes cutting the pieces out and sticking it to the tray. I was even able to cut out a hole for the light. Any parts that had gaps between the felt panels, I just shoved in thin pieces of felt. It looks seamless now and pretty professional. It's not as squishy as velcro, but it works for me. We'll have to see about the noise. Great solution pulling the metal top off!

01-08-2010, 03:31 AM	#23
220S MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 4,335 Drives: 991 S, Cayenne S, 997.2 (gone) 993 (gone) E63 AMG (gone)	Sounds like some good solutions until MB comes out with a W212 rubber pad like they did for the W211. But instead of velcro, or arts and crafts materials, etc.., why not use real automotive moleskin like you see in, well, cars. You can get it at auto body supply stores. Or get it here: http://www.tintprotector.com/strips/index.htm

01-08-2010, 08:46 AM	#25
ghostrdr Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 13 Drives: 2010 E350	well, I would have used moleskin if I knew that product existed and I wasn't so darned impatient. I was just so excited to see make the adjustment. Oh well. $1.49 is hard to beat.

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