BMW i3 I01 Rubber Insert Drink Holder Centre Console Black 9283142

BMW i3 I01 Rubber Insert Drink Holder Centre Console Black is an original rubber insert for the centre console cup holder, designed for the front interior of the BMW i3 I01. This element improves the ergonomics of using the holders, stabilizes drinks, and helps maintain an aesthetic, tidy appearance of your car's dashboard.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9283142
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9283142
• Substitutable numbers: 51169283142, 9283142, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Cup Holders

Purpose and Function of the Insert

The rubber cup holder insert has been specifically designed for the front centre console of the BMW i3 I01. Its purpose is to securely hold cups, bottles, and other drink containers, thereby reducing their movement while driving and minimizing the risk of spills.

Thanks to its precise fit to the original centre console shape, the insert integrates seamlessly with the vehicle's interior, maintaining the characteristic tidy and functional layout of BMW cockpits.

Construction, Material, and Colour

The element is made from flexible rubber material, which provides good grip for cups and bottles and facilitates easy surface cleaning. The rubber structure helps to dampen minor vibrations, contributing to more stable drink holding.

The insert is black, allowing it to harmoniously blend with most BMW i3 I01 interior configurations, particularly in the centre console area. The dark colour helps maintain an aesthetic appearance, as any dirt is less visible and easier to manage during regular cleaning.

Integration with the BMW i3 I01 Interior

Cup holders in the BMW i3 I01 play an important functional role in the daily operation of the vehicle, especially in urban driving. Using a dedicated rubber insert in the centre console allows you to:

• achieve a better fit for cups and bottles in the original holder slots,
• reduce noise caused by containers moving while driving,
• facilitate cleanliness in the front cabin area,
• maintain a cohesive, factory look for the driver and passenger zones.

This solution is particularly beneficial for users who frequently use their drink holders and expect practicality from their car's interior while preserving the original BMW character.

Characteristics of a Used Item

The offered insert comes from the Cup Holders category and is a used item, meaning it has been previously used in a vehicle. Such components typically retain full functionality, and any signs of use are primarily visual and do not affect basic functional properties, such as drink stabilization or fit to the centre console.

For many users, choosing a used item is a sensible compromise between cost and maintaining the original BMW interior specifications, especially for equipment details that do not directly impact driving safety.

Practical Application and Benefits of Installation

Installing the insert in the front of the centre console offers a range of practical benefits:

• improved comfort when using cup holders during daily driving,
• protection of the console surface from minor scratches and dirt from the bottom of cups,
• easier cleaning – the insert can be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled,
• maintenance of a cohesive, factory appearance of the BMW i3 I01 interior.

This ensures that even a heavily used interior remains tidy, and the area around the drink holders retains its functionality as intended by the manufacturer.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional inserts, frames, or holder covers, check the available parts in the BMW Cup Holders category.

If you are considering whether it is better to choose new or used components for items like cup holder inserts and want to understand the differences in cost and durability, the article Car Parts – New or Used? Comparing Costs, Quality, and Durability may be helpful, as it discusses practical aspects of selecting car components.