BMW 3 Series E46 Dash Console Oddments Storage Sunglasses Spectacles Tray Black

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 3 Series E46 Dash Console Oddments Storage Sunglasses Spectacles Tray Black is a practical interior accessory that allows you to organize small items and conveniently store your glasses or other accessories. This black center console insert, designed for installation in the dashboard area, improves cabin ergonomics and increases daily driving comfort. Thanks to its factory design, it matches the E46 interior style, maintaining a consistent, understated look.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8260312
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8260312
• Substitutable numbers: 51168260312, 8260312
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the dashboard

The presented item is an original storage compartment/tray for small items and glasses, mounted in the central part of the BMW 3 Series E46 dashboard. It replaces factory blanks or other console modules, creating additional, easily accessible space for:

• prescription or sunglasses,
• small everyday accessories,
• small items that are useful to have at hand while driving.

This configuration improves interior organization and reduces the risk of loose items moving around the cabin.

Appearance and color matching

The storage tray comes in a black finish, matched to the typical color scheme of the BMW E46 interior. The neutral shade facilitates integration with other center console and dashboard elements, ensuring the whole maintains a consistent, factory-original character. The design has been engineered so that the lines and shape harmonize with the cockpit styling, without the effect of an "add-on from another model."

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The item comes from the original BMW line, which ensures adherence to factory dimensional and mounting standards. As a used part, it is a great choice for those who want to restore full interior functionality or replace a missing center console module without investing in new components. Original mounts and geometry facilitate installation and minimize the risk of poor fitment with the dashboard.

Practical use in daily operation

The BMW E46 center console sunglasses tray is suitable for both daily-driven cars and vehicles undergoing gradual interior restoration. Organizing small accessories in one easily accessible place:

• increases driver and passenger comfort,
• reduces distractions while driving,
• helps keep the interior in a more organized state.

For those who care about cockpit aesthetics, this is a simple way to restore the completeness of the center console and maintain a consistent dashboard appearance.

Expanding the BMW dashboard area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the dashboard area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, console panels, or covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

More about using interior components

If you are considering a wider cabin modernization using aftermarket components and want to combine savings with a sensible approach to safety and durability, it is worth checking out the guide Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting and installing used components.