Jaronx Sunglasses Holder for BMW 1' E81 E82, 3' E90 E91,5' E60 E61,X1 E84, Glasses Holder Sunglasses Case Storage Box Replace for Driver Side Overhead Roof Grab Handle for BMW E Chassis(Black)

On the BMW F97 this something a regular DIYer with solid mechanical skills can do, but I wouldn't say it's something a newbie can do easily. Need to know how to use, manipulate & work automotive spring clips.The case once installed is actually pretty nifty and useful. Smart idea. It fits well into the handle recess on the F97 X3M driver side, but the recess does hide the pull-down slot a bit although its really not a problem at all. I actually like it tucked away up in that space - clean look and the finish looks factory.Removal of the old handle on the F97 wasn't hard but there are no screws to remove the handle so it might not be easy for some folks to do. You need a small flat tip to pry the two covers off (from the top - there is a slot) and then you need to use a flat tip screwdriver to pry the two tabs on the silver spread spring clip that is snapped up into the ceiling and is holding the handle up there. You can see them easily (two flat tabs per clip - four total) if you use a flashlight.Insert the flat tip under either tab on the first clip and pull "lightly" down on the handle at the same time to ensure it disengages from the recess. It wont move a lot but you can feel it move down slightly. Then do the same on the second tab of the same clip. Work ONE clip at a time and that clip should then pop out of the ceiling with some pressure applied down. Do the same on the second clip and the entire handle should pop/pull out. I put the plastic covers back on the removed handle to not lose any pieces in storage.Before you can install the new sunglass holder on the F97 you need to spread open the spring tabs on the new black snap in clips provided. The ceiling slot that these clips "snap" up into is wider than the spring tabs are open. I used a smaller flat tip and needle nose pliers to "carefully" spread them open about twice as wide as they came and checked them against the gap until I knew they would snap up into the gap AND stay in place/not fall out.Once they looked right (don't put them in until you know they are about right) I pushed/snapped a clip into the front and back gaps and installed the case with the two screws provided. Put one screw in partially first as its a bit clumsy to hold the spring loaded case open while lining up the screws. Once you get the first screw started the second is easier. Line the case up (fore/aft) in the ceiling recess where you want it and snug the screws down. No need to over tighten them, just nice and sung. The two plastic covers then snap over the screw holes - tabs make it obvious how they fit.My large Ray Bans fit fine in there and will no longer get scratched in my cupholder or door pockets!

The holder looks stock, matching the gray lining color. It is easier to install than it is to remove the original handle. Quality material, the interior is soft lined to protect the glasses, and I think it adds to avoid vibrations. I am picky with this, but there is no rattling even with thin metallic frame sunglasses.If I need to pick something, it includes exactly two threaded brackets and two screws for them. It would be nice to have three of them just in case, as threads may fail, and if it comes with any defect you have no way of installing it. But that would be a complete extra, nice to have.A great product overall. It might as well be a factory accesory.

This is an excellent solution for the entire lack of sunglasses holder in most every BMW model sold. I don’t have large sunglasses, they’re standard “Rayband” style and they fit just fine. I could see if you have larger wrap around style glasses that wouldn’t fit but of all the ones I have all of them have fit just fine. What’s nice is they have upgraded the quality and the piece that screws in is metal and no longer plastic. Plus it comes with nice screw hole covers!!

install was simple but you should use a pick to remove the covers from the handle. i thought the new clips were too small because it seemed loose but it expands when you put the screws in tighten. only 4 stars because its not very big and you can put larger glasses only in one direction

I like how I don’t have to reach into my center consul to get my sunglasses any longer. This makes it so much easier. The plastic seems to be a good quality. The fit looks OEM. Fortunately, my Gargoyle sunglasses do fit but I don’t think my Oakley’s will.My only complaint was the video instructions. After removal of the handle, the video shows that you should put your screwdriver into the area where the clips are, but really, this is just showing how you would be placing the screwdriver to take the handle out. You do not need the clips from the handle to install the container. Once I figure this out, installation was a breeze.I also had to bend the new clips slightly so that there would be enough tension to hold it in place, but this was not really a big deal.