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Cup holder for BMW E36 - image

Files (3)

BMW_E36_Cup_holder_V2.stl
STL
244.7 KB
BMW_E36_Cup_holder_adapter.stl
STL
37.6 KB
BMW_E36_Cup_holder.stl
STL
842.0 KB
Print guidance estimate
Uses saved filament metadata
Print cost & setup estimate
Saved filament data plus editable planning inputs for cost and time.
3 model files
Recommended kit
50g

Based on 25% main infill across listed model files

Material cost
$1.20

Filament only at roughly $24/kg PETG / ASA

Print time
2.0h saved / 1.4h–2.4h estimate

Uses 70 mm/s, 0.2 mm layers; verify supports in slicer

Saved setup guidance is used for material, infill, support, and per-file recommendation text; editable numbers are planning estimates only.

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Recommended filament for this print

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PETG filamentAmazon · Affiliate linkAmazon product page for 1.75 mm PETG; confirm colour, spool size, print temperature, seller, and delivery region.Check price at Amazon
ASA filamentAmazon · Affiliate linkAmazon product page for 1.75 mm ASA; use an enclosure and suitable ventilation, and confirm seller and regional availability.Check price at Amazon

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Interior

Cup holder for BMW E36

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Use the part context as a starting point, then confirm geometry-dependent values in your slicer.

Files

3 hosted model files

STL

Material start

PETG or ASA for durability and heat resistance

Saved part guidance

Strength start

20-30% infill for a balance between strength and weight

Saved part guidance

Orientation / supports

Likely not needed

Exact totals

50 g · 2 hours

Saved estimate

Vehicle exposure

Cabin/interior use; avoid high-heat zones

Open the STL, 3MF, or OBJ model in your slicer before printing. Exact grams, time, and final support placement come from the actual slice. Test-fit and heat-check the part before installing it in a vehicle.

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License & use

CC BY
Commercial use allowed
Attribution required

The file license permits commercial reuse, subject to any applicable attribution or share-alike terms. License status does not verify vehicle fitment, OEM rights, design patents, or safety.

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Description

There has never been a working cup holder for the E36(or any cars). Even op thingiverse I am never pleased with the results. So what I did? Model my own, with my own messurements and diverse amount of cups/cans to fit. Now this isn't perfect, I know. But I am still working on a final release which will include a storage compartment, and even other modules for your center console. The cup holder is fixed in the center console due to pressure fit. No screws needed. The tabs of the lower cup holder will hold everything very nice and secure. The top cup holder is slightly larger than the bottom one, this one is designed for the big cans of Monster or McDonalds drinks. If you dont need it, or you have a passenger, print the included adapter and put it in there. Cups/cans tested: Red Bull 250ml, Red Bull 355ml, McDonalds medium/large, 33cL cola can.

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Published Mar 12, 2026Updated Aug 9, 2026

Originally published on thingiverse.com · License: CC BY

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