BMW 3 Series E46 Lighter Ashtray Insert Front Dash Center Console 8229175

The BMW 3 Series E46 Dashboard Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Insert is an original center console component designed for installation in the front cabin area. This practical module, integrated into the dashboard, allows for an aesthetic enhancement of the interior equipment and restores the factory look of the cockpit. Thanks to its precise fit for the BMW E46 generation, the element ensures stylistic consistency and proper alignment with the console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8229175
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8229175
• Substitutable numbers: 51168229175, 8229175
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Application and Fitment for BMW 3 Series E46

The presented ashtray and cigarette lighter insert is intended for installation in the front section of the dashboard of the BMW 3 Series E46, within the center console. The element's design has been developed to match the factory mounting system, which facilitates installation in place of the original module without the need for modifications.

This solution is particularly suitable for:

• repairing a damaged or missing ashtray in the center console,
• restoring interior completeness after modifications or disassembly,
• maintaining the original character of the BMW E46 cockpit.

Construction and Functionality of the Ashtray Module

The insert is an element of the dashboard category, designed as an integral part of the center console. Its construction allows for convenient access to the cigarette lighter and the ashtray space from the driver's and passenger's positions, without interfering with other cockpit elements.

This solution provides:

• ergonomic placement within the driver's reach,
• a cohesive appearance with other center console elements,
• stable mounting in the factory attachment points.

Original Origin and Product Specifications

The element comes from the BMW line, which means compliance with the brand's factory design standards. As an original part, the ashtray and cigarette lighter insert is matched to the E46 dashboard geometry, thus maintaining proper gaps, seam lines, and the characteristic cockpit layout.

The product is categorized under BMW dashboards, which facilitates the selection of appropriate interior components for comprehensive renovation or cabin modernization.

Condition, Purpose, and Benefits of Installation

The offered insert is a used part, making it an attractive solution for operational repairs and restoring original equipment in E46 series vehicles. Installing such an element allows for maintaining interior stylistic consistency without the need to invest in expensive aftermarket alternatives.

Benefits of using this module:

• restoring full functionality of the front console,
• maintaining the original interior appearance of the BMW 3 Series E46,
• easier resale of the car due to a complete dashboard.

Other BMW Dashboards and Technical Knowledge

If you are also looking for other elements in the BMW dashboards category for your car, check out the BMW dashboards available in our store to select compatible interior components for your specific model.

For those interested in comparing design solutions in classic and newer models, we recommend an article describing the differences in construction and the importance of original OEM parts: Classic Mini vs. Contemporary MINI – How Construction Has Changed and Which Original Mini Parts Help Preserve Their Character. This is a valuable source of knowledge about manufacturers' approaches to interior and component design.