Has anyone solved the cup holder problem ( lack of ) on a 65 Chevelle? I'm tired of spilling coffee on myself while I shift gears (3 speed on the tree). Thanks

Switch to an auto :D

I don't know about a 65 but I tackled the same problem on my 66 SS 396 4-speed car. I am a big time coffee drinker and my morning cruises were being ruined by spilling my coffee. One day I was in Wally World and I found a drink holder that was designed to fit between the seat and the console in most cars. Upon seeing the holder I thought it looked like I could trim the bottom portion off and it would fit in my console.

BINGO! I trimmed and sanded the lower portion off and it fits inside my graemlins/thumbsup.gif 66 console so that I can open the console when I need a place for a drink or if not the lid snaps down to close just like it should.

You can always get a mug (with lid) with a wide base, you can set it on the seat next to you, won't tip over.

I have also seen mugs with a beanbag type base. this one you can set almost anywhere.

Look in any brand name convenience store (Shell, Texaco etc). They usually have a good selection.

Or you can get something like this (http://www.roddoors.com/cupholders.html) .

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Or how about this for 29.00 $, It slips into your factory ashtray opening , and is easily removed for
" Shows "
LINK TO WEBPAGE (http://mustangjack.com/plugchug1.htm)

Guys Guys :(

Whats next talking on cell phones while driving. graemlins/sad.gif

Thanks for the useful suggestions guys. smile.gif The rest of you have too much time on your hands... :(

Originally posted by Thad:
Guys Guys :(

Whats next talking on cell phones while driving. graemlins/sad.gif Nope that never happens.......can't hear the phone over the rumble of the engine! :rolleyes:

National Parts Depot sells a cup holder that slides into the ash tray bracket,, works great,,,I can send you a pic if you wanna see one installed,,,40 bucks,, holds 2 cups or soda cans firmly,, comes in Black ,, but can be died to match,,,