Who has the Mark4 Armrest? Good or No?

PatJags156 · 02-10-2011, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mhughett

Sorry, but I had one on my prior Z4 and if you are tall and have your seat settings relatively low, it does interfere with shifting. If you notice, most people that have responded to this chain that do not like it make reference to being tall. Sure, it can be done but your elbow is at an awkward angle to do it. I liked the ability to rest your arm on long trips but around town and most other times, I'm glad I don't have it on the M.

Interesting. I am 6'4, so you think this would be a problem for me?

tommiegun57 · 02-10-2011, 10:35 AM

I find it has the added benifit of keeping me seated upright in the seat. Without it I tend to lean slightly to the right because I rest my left elbow on the arm rest. On longer drives my back feels better.

mhughett · 02-10-2011, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by PatJags156

Interesting. I am 6'4, so you think this would be a problem for me?

I'm not saying you couldn't get used to it and find it acceptable. However, for me, I canot make a natural motion from my low seating positon without interference from the armrest. BTW, I'm "only" 6'1".

Nhopkins1394 · 02-10-2011, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by PatJags156

Interesting. I am 6'4, so you think this would be a problem for me?

The LeatherZ console armrest is a lot higher (2" - 3" inches?) than the other one.
Is you 3.0si manual or automatic?

I could see where the higher console could interfere or at least be uncomfortable during the manual shifting process, especially if your seat is fully lowered.

PatJags156 · 02-10-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Nhopkins1394

The LeatherZ console armrest is a lot higher (2" - 3" inches?) than the other one.
Is you 3.0si manual or automatic?

I could see where the higher console could interfere or at least be uncomfortable during the manual shifting process, especially if your seat is fully lowered.

I have a manual. I keep my seat as low as possible.

jrich4411 · 02-10-2011, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Dubbedown

i had mine but quickly sold it since it put my arm too high up after switching to the zhp knob. for the stock knob that sits high, this would be fine. only other reason i sold it was i realized i didn't want anything in my car that was attached via 3m double sided tape. i don't even use that on my windshield for my ez pass lol.

I purchased Dubbdown's and I love it! As others have said it levels out my arms. I use my ///M as my DD so I spend most of my driving time in "non-spirited" use, so this was a great addition. I have my original shifter so the low height is not an issue, and the oddments tray door works just fine.

pungo · 02-10-2011, 07:53 PM

I have the door pads and m4 rest. I'm 6'2" and have the ZHP knob, no problem at all shifting, I shift just using my wrist. My arms sit evenly left to right and is so much more comfortable, especially for long rides. It feels much more natural now. It's all personal preference, so there are plenty of conflicting replies. I would not be without mine, my back feels much better since both my arms are even now and not lopsided.

PatJags156 · 02-10-2011, 08:02 PM

It's mixed reviews but the consensus is that it's a good purchase. Besides, worse come to worse, i can always return it. Thanks everyone!

bhoch · 02-11-2011, 06:56 AM

I have this in my car as well. I like the fact that there is some storage for the garage door opener as well as for the gate that gets me into my development and sunglasses. The pad is nice and it really has an OEM feel and look to it. If your purchasing, I would at least wait for the temps to be above 50 for putting it on as I would think the double sided tape would seal better then. I put mine on in August and it has not moved even the slightest since then. It does not get in my way shifting or when opening the console glove box between the seats. I do have the stock shifter, though.

When putting it on, just make sure you can still open the little plastic door behind it and you can put the eBrake on all the way. It does fit fine, just need to take the time and mark where it goes before pulling off the tape backing.

PatJags156 · 02-11-2011, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bhoch

I have this in my car as well. I like the fact that there is some storage for the garage door opener as well as for the gate that gets me into my development and sunglasses. The pad is nice and it really has an OEM feel and look to it. If your purchasing, I would at least wait for the temps to be above 50 for putting it on as I would think the double sided tape would seal better then. I put mine on in August and it has not moved even the slightest since then. It does not get in my way shifting or when opening the console glove box between the seats. I do have the stock shifter, though.

When putting it on, just make sure you can still open the little plastic door behind it and you can put the eBrake on all the way. It does fit fine, just need to take the time and mark where it goes before pulling off the tape backing.

The little plastic door? Where the SOS button is?

bhoch · 02-11-2011, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by PatJags156

The little plastic door? Where the SOS button is?

yes. That door can easily be covered if your not paying attention when taping this down.

PatJags156 · 02-11-2011, 09:27 AM

I never use it and will probably cover it anyway.

Roccof13 · 06-02-2023, 11:34 AM

Does anyone have a Mark4 armrest in tan/beige that they're willing to sell? I just heard from the manufacturer that he isn't going to make any more.

GyroF-16 · 06-13-2023, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by PatJags156

I saw the Roadster Solutions one, I liked it but it only comes in black. WTF?!
Here it is below:

Attachment 483912

I’ve had the Roadster Solutions armrest/pad in my M Coupe for 10 years now.
I’ve been pleased. It feels like my left elbow is close to the same height as my right - and it doesn’t take up much room.

02-10-2011, 10:35 AM	#24
tommiegun57 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: Stratus Gray z4 i 07 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: federal way Wa iTrader: (0)	I find it has the added benifit of keeping me seated upright in the seat. Without it I tend to lean slightly to the right because I rest my left elbow on the arm rest. On longer drives my back feels better.
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02-10-2011, 07:53 PM	#29
pungo Colonel 880 Rep 2,547 Posts Drives: Z4MC-X3-35i-525i, Corrado G60 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (5) Garage List 2011 BMW X3 x35i [0.00] 2001 BMW 525i [0.00] 2007 BMW Z4 M Coupe [8.76]	I have both I have the door pads and m4 rest. I'm 6'2" and have the ZHP knob, no problem at all shifting, I shift just using my wrist. My arms sit evenly left to right and is so much more comfortable, especially for long rides. It feels much more natural now. It's all personal preference, so there are plenty of conflicting replies. I would not be without mine, my back feels much better since both my arms are even now and not lopsided.
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02-10-2011, 08:02 PM	#30
PatJags156 Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 263 Posts Drives: 335i Convertible Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	It's mixed reviews but the consensus is that it's a good purchase. Besides, worse come to worse, i can always return it. Thanks everyone!
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02-11-2011, 06:56 AM	#31
bhoch SSGT USMC - '78 - '86 13 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Liberty Hill, Tx iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [7.33]	I have this in my car as well. I like the fact that there is some storage for the garage door opener as well as for the gate that gets me into my development and sunglasses. The pad is nice and it really has an OEM feel and look to it. If your purchasing, I would at least wait for the temps to be above 50 for putting it on as I would think the double sided tape would seal better then. I put mine on in August and it has not moved even the slightest since then. It does not get in my way shifting or when opening the console glove box between the seats. I do have the stock shifter, though. When putting it on, just make sure you can still open the little plastic door behind it and you can put the eBrake on all the way. It does fit fine, just need to take the time and mark where it goes before pulling off the tape backing. __________________ Thanks, Bill 2007 3.0si Roadster Black/Red, sport, Piano Black F14 Forgestar's
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06-02-2023, 11:34 AM	#35
Roccof13 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW Z4 Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	Want to buy Mark4 armrest in tan/beige Does anyone have a Mark4 armrest in tan/beige that they're willing to sell? I just heard from the manufacturer that he isn't going to make any more.
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