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I just purchased a 2000 SVT with only 14000 miles and love the car. I have always wanted one since I first got to drive one in 98 when my new F-150 was in the shop.
The only complaint I have about the car is that the center armrest in the front is way to low. Can anyone tell me of a company that makes an aftermarket armrest that would raise it to a level that would be useful?
Thanks.
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Hi,
I have not heard of a good looking (OEM) console for the newer Contours. I believe some of the early 95's or 96's had one but would probably require "cosmetic surgery" to install nicely. I did hear of one CEG'er simply taking the existing pad off the console and fitting a nicely made, fitted "spacer" to elevate it. That might be the easiest way.
...Ed
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#1625 14 Jan 2000
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my 96 armrest tab is broke so it just rests when closed not snaps in..... u got to drive svt while truck waz in shop?
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if you do the console retrofit, you get a pretty nice armrest, but you lose the cupholders. Personally I get more utility out of the cupholders to hold other non-cup items...
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I had the same complaint and added a spacer that I think looks allright. Just go to my web page and check it out. You wouldn't have to do it with wood but that is what worked for me. http://www.geocities.com/savinoss/Cars.html
Green 2000 SVT #1166 mods-K&N open air filter & Custom heat shield, Custom y pipe and 30 in resonator,DMD, arm rest heightened http://www.geocities.com/savinoss/Cars.html other cars-89 sable 197000 miles and still going-Wifes car 99 Mystique V6 5 spd
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Wow....  Wood...huh?
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Thanks for the info. I have had the car for a week and a half now and enjoy it more every mile I drive.
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