I bought one similar to that one, except more expensive, because it was a burlwood one to match the car's wood. I cut a cork template for the bottom of it, for when it was in use and would recommend doing that..

Having had it for 10 years, I can say it is awkward if you are right handed, and note they are NOT adjustable for different sized cups. The common 16 oz plastic water bottles fit right into them.

It is true that Mercedes Benz resisted the cupholders in their cars until they couldn't resist the pressure from American buyers that wanted them. I read a survey that said that was the most important option desired by Americans.

Driving is a serious business in Germany, cupholders never fitted in their automobile culture.

Some American made minivans had 17 cupholders in them. The latest Chrysler cars have heating and cooling features in their cupholders if you want them.

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