We have all seen that clip on cup holder for sale, .... but nothing beats the real thing. I have one built into my Ford Taurus that I think is the most awesome cup holder ever, it was one of the main descision makers in buying the car! I am sure I am not the first to pick a car based on the cup holder! I have an idea but I am not sure if it will fly. I need the advise of someone who is a lot more familiar with the console and frame of the D. My idea is to remove the top of the console and ashtray, and custom build a new one. The idea is to either drill into the actual frame with a hole saw and recess the cup holder down into it with a matching base. I have some friends who do composite plastics and fiberglass. I thought if I built this new console and wrap it in the same leather material. If is not structually sound to do this drilling, then we could make a mold that rises above the console instead. I would love to hear what people think of this idea or if anyone has ever done this. Of course, this is for a daily driver and not for you guys who want to collect the car. I like to live in my car. What could complete a nice day driving than a cool glass of tea? Eh? - Videobob