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After reading that the center console needed to be removed, I decided that the best route for installation was at the dealer. They are nice to have and I find that they help keep random things from just "falling" into the cup holders (i.e. Straw wrappers, gum wrappers, etc.) I really like having them as it seems to tidy up the interior. I hope this helps.
Driver side view Passenger side view
Last edited by ACowabunga; 05-27-2021 at 01:42 PM.
If so, has anyone put together an installation guide and/or video for them?
I'm interested in the DIY route as well -- unless it is way more involved. I saw somewhere on rennlist that someone posted the total installed price (It was over $500 with parts and labor)... Somewhat pricey for cupholders but it really does complete the interior look.
Hey @Chimuel - nothing material yet. I've explored this a bit, but haven't got that far. I would love to see whatever is off to the left of that diagram. Like a diagram similar to this one, but that includes the shifter and surrounding housing.
Alright, for those interested, here you go. Before: Before
During:
About 5.5 hours, taking it slow & cautiously.
Requires removal of:
Oddments/package box cover
Telephone Console - that little slot you can stick your phone in that boosts the cell signal.
Multimedia Interface - where you plug in your phone via USB cable
Cupholder cover
Package box
Selector **** - gear shift selector
Selector support
Upper part of center console cover - the chrome slot that surrounds the shift selector, volume ****, and hazards button
Switch console control panel - the buttons to the left and right of the gear shift selector for heated seats, etc.
Center air vent
Actuator for electronic parking brake
Upper part of center console - the leather surround for the switch console
Center console - this is what gives you access to the underside of the cupholders.
The actual work of swapping out the cupholders themselves probably took about 5 minutes.
Bonus: If you ever want to replace your piano black trim, or otherwise repair that center piece, the ashtray cover in the center console is the hardest piece to get to - this process makes that readily doable, too.
After: After
It goes back together much more quickly - provided you position all the wires appropriately the first time around.
The only tools required are a couple of torx bits and nerves of steal as some parts are compression fit, and require considerable force to remove. Which, in turn, inspires trepidation and fears of a wallet set aflame. By far the hardest part was getting the package box cover springs reinstalled, which is right at the end of putting everything back together.
If folks have an appetite for the effort, I can probably write the process up if I can figure out the best way to do that on the forum. Ultimately, if this isn't the type of work you like to do, then the $500-$600 isn't actually crazy for what probably takes the Porsche techs 2-3 hours to do. There is substantial disassembly/reassembly required.
Alright, for those interested, here you go. Before: Before
During:
About 5.5 hours, taking it slow & cautiously.
Requires removal of:
Oddments/package box cover
Telephone Console - that little slot you can stick your phone in that boosts the cell signal.
Multimedia Interface - where you plug in your phone via USB cable
Cupholder cover
Package box
Selector **** - gear shift selector
Selector support
Upper part of center console cover - the chrome slot that surrounds the shift selector, volume ****, and hazards button
Switch console control panel - the buttons to the left and right of the gear shift selector for heated seats, etc.
Center air vent
Actuator for electronic parking brake
Upper part of center console - the leather surround for the switch console
Center console - this is what gives you access to the underside of the cupholders.
The actual work of swapping out the cupholders themselves probably took about 5 minutes.
Bonus: If you ever want to replace your piano black trim, or otherwise repair that center piece, the ashtray cover in the center console is the hardest piece to get to - this process makes that readily doable, too.
After: After
It goes back together much more quickly - provided you position all the wires appropriately the first time around.
The only tools required are a couple of torx bits and nerves of steal as some parts are compression fit, and require considerable force to remove. Which, in turn, inspires trepidation and fears of a wallet set aflame. By far the hardest part was getting the package box cover springs reinstalled, which is right at the end of putting everything back together.
If folks have an appetite for the effort, I can probably write the process up if I can figure out the best way to do that on the forum. Ultimately, if this isn't the type of work you like to do, then the $500-$600 isn't actually crazy for what probably takes the Porsche techs 2-3 hours to do. There is substantial disassembly/reassembly required.
Impressive work!! I’m not sure I would have such nerves of steel as you had but looks great! 👏
If so, has anyone put together an installation guide and/or video for them?
I have these in my car, the entire center console needs to come out, it was $900 at the Porsche dealer and I had a $500 coupon, so that was the only reason I installed them, as you also have to purchase the cup holder. So pretty expensive and yes, they are nice, but I find myself just keeping them down and using to store my keys and anti bacteria gel.
I would really appreciate it if you wouldn’t mind doing a write up on the process. Ive got a set sitting in a draw just waiting for me to find the time and nerve to do it.
I would really appreciate it if you wouldn’t mind doing a write up on the process. Ive got a set sitting in a draw just waiting for me to find the time and nerve to do it.
The dealer installed, so I don't have any process but I will say it took the dealer 5 hours to do it.
05-26-2021, 09:09 PM
971 - Closing Cup Holders?
