Has anyone had a failure to close problem with the ashtray?
I have a '03 996 C2 with black and silver carbon fibre interior.
The tray door will not stay closed.
Short of replacement, any suggestions for repair?

 

I have the same issue.
The problem comes from the little spring (metallic hinge).
Try to replace it

 

I had the problem too. Ended up calling Sunset Porsche and ordering a new one for $20.00

 

Just get rid of the ashtray and buy the non-smoker open compartment intsead. It only comes in matte black, but BumperPlugs can paint it silver for you to match other trim in your car if you prefer.

 

Smokers delete is the way to go...it does come in CF as well.

 

I like the ashtray, it holds my coins. If there wasn't a lid, the change would be all over my car!

 

Did you know that there are several small slots (kind of like wider versions of teeth of a comb) to hold your coins at the front edge of the inside of your console? You just slip the coins into the slot and they stay put.

The non-smoker tray is an ideal spot for your cellular phone.

 

non-smoker is the way to go.
When I order my painted console, I couldn't afford to get the ashtray painted and have fail me in the future.