Technical Arm Rest

[pjp]

What is the point of the arm rest on the Stilo ?

I find I can't get at the handbrake with it down, so I end up leaving it in the upright position all the time.

I've been wondering if its a problem unique to the right hand drives, any one else got any views on this ?

Paul

Stilo Abarth, Broom Yellow

 

[polecat]

Is it not for when you are parked?

Got more additives than fuel in my tank.

 

[custard]

in the cars ive had with armrests its been the same,i think its aimed mainly at motorway driving or as polecat said when your parked.although i like the mercedes version where the handbrake is on the dash so you can keep the arm rest down all the timeB)

The Fiat Cinquecento
Fun While It Runs

 

[janevj]

since you opened the armrest theme ... anyone knows if it is available in aftermarket sale? If yes do you know where i can buy it online?

FIAT STILO 1.6 3dR Tiziano Red
AUTOMOBILE SK

 

[thetman]

I love my armrest. Wouldn't drive without it anymore.

True it does get in the way of the handbrake, but seeing as I only use the handbrake when the car is staitionary it's not a great problem.

Stilo 3Dr
1.6 Dynamic Crystal Green

 

[Rich]

Hi janevj

You can fit the armrest to your car, but you need to put a new centre console in to accomodate it. I was looking into it when I was going to buy an Active, but ended up with a dynamic instead!

Stilo 1.6 Dynamic, 5dr, 2002, Crystal Green

 

[pjp]

Fiat could do worse than copy the design on the BMW - the arm rest is sort of L-shaped so it doesn't get in the way of the handbrake.

Paul

Stilo Abarth, Broom Yellow

 

[rriggs]

I really like the armrest in the Stilo. Nothing better on a long journey than sticking the cruise on while leaning on the armrest. Very comfy!

(Did obstruct the handbrake a bit but you can't have everything!!)

Roja

2003 Silver 3-Door Abarth with graphite wheels and all the toys
NOW FOR SALE - SOLD!