Do you wish you had a place for coffee, soda or your water bottle while cruising in your classic Thunderbird? Now you can! We offer the perfect solution with our innovative Plug-N-Chug drink holder, it converts your ashtray opening to a Large or Mega drink holder.
The Plug-N-Chug drink holder slides easily into the ashtray tracks. Best of all, there are no tools necessary for installation. Additionally, no modifications or permanent changes to your interior. Simply remove the ashtray and slide in the Plug-N-Chug drink holder using the ashtray tracks…it’s that easy! Now you’re ready to cruise and enjoy your favorite beverage without the worry of a spill.
Thunderbird specific colors – For 1956 = #201 (Fiesta Red), For 1957 = #252 (57Blue) and For 1955-1957 = #244 (Sierra Black) and #205 (Bright Red)
We also offer a full sized console with two drink holders and storage. If you prefer this option then, click here for more detail.
Going to a car show? No problem, in a matter of seconds, you can remove the Plug-N-Chug drink holder and reinstall your ashtray for that original factory look. Just don’t forget to put the drink holder back in before leaving the show!
Hand Built in the United States
Thunderbird Plug-N-Chug Drink Holder 1955-1957
Specs
Ford Thunderbird Plug-N-Chug
Part Numbers:
FTIDASH5557
What’s Included
Two Medium Drink Holders
Built-in rail system for use in the ashtray tracks
Dimensions (both versions):
8” Width overall
4-7/8” Length overall
3-1/2” Height at drink holders (w/ adjustable plates flat)
Vehicle Guide
Ford Thunderbird Plug-N-Chug
Part Number for Coupe or Convertible: FTIDASH5557
Ford Thunderbird, 1955-1957
Installation
Ford Thunderbird Plug-N-Chug
The Plug-N-Chug drink holder slides easily into the ashtray tracks without any tools and there is NO permanent change to your interior. Simply remove the ashtray and slide in the Plug-N-Chug drink holder using the ashtray tracks…it’s that easy! Now you’re ready to cruise and enjoy that coffee, soda or water without the worry of a spill.
Vinyl Color Options
With our large selection of in-stock automotive grade vinyl, you are sure to find the right color and grain to match your vehicle. We can even use your own material to cover any console design, no extra cost to you. In most cases, we’ll only need one yard of material to fully cover most console designs. Optional two-tone colors are available for most console designs whether you are choosing from our vinyl selection or providing your own material.
In addition to the standard color options, we offer a host of premium vinyl colors which are available for an additional cost of $16.00 per console. These colors are limited and unique to certain vehicle models and years. The additional cost is due to their random availability and the premium cost to obtain from suppliers. If these vinyl options are listed on the product page colors then they are currently available for your console.
Vinyl Samples are available to make it easier to pick the right color or grain. We’ll ship the sample at no cost, directly to you.
Email us at [email protected] to request sample vinyl swatches, ordering two-tone color options or using your own upholstery material.
Drink Holder Color Options
The drink holders in our consoles are made from durable, long-lasting polymers that will provide many, many years of functionality while retaining the striking appearance you expect from Classic Consoles. All drink holders come standard with a black finish around the top rim. The top rim is the area of the drink holder predominately seen when the console is installed in your vehicle so we offer you the option of four additional distinct colors & finishes to customize your console or to match the existing trim package of your vehicle’s interior.
Our medium-sized drink holders that are included with this console will accommodate 12 oz. soda cans and most smaller plastic water bottles. The interior diameter is just over 2 3/4 inches with a depth of just over 3 inches.
Medium Drink Holder Dimensions:
2 7/8 inch interior diameter, from top to bottom (2.720″ to be exact)
3 inch interior depth
Rim Color Options:
Black
Chrome
Pewter
Matte Silver
Camouflage
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