Gear knob with starter button

bmwguy

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Manual-Gear-Knob-Stick-Shift-Engine-Start-Button-Fits-Peugeot-3008-306-307-308-/181056811134?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2a27d3b07e

I recently bought a 406 coupe and the gear lever it a little bit worn and aluminium effect is flaking so I decided to look for a new one on ebay, wasn't looking for anything like in the link above but I actually quite like it as a bit of a gimmick and i think it looks nice also. Has anyone ever used/installed one of these? Are they difficult or can they cause any problems??

I'd be getting someone that knows what they're at to fit it. Just saw it a few minutes ago, might be gone off the idea in an hour and just get a nice classy leather one

rocky

dgt installed one in a punto (?)

tossy

rocky wrote: »

dgt installed one in a punto (?)

I thought that was a button for the ejector seat?

Mr Benevolent

tossy wrote: »

I thought that was a button for the ejector seat?

To get out of a Fiat in a hurry? Great idea!

alexlyons

mightycarmods on youtube have a video on installing a starter button. Location wouldn't change anything so I'd say it would be a good guide for you.

They're two Australian guys who do mod's to cars, started out as a joke I think (pvc role bars etc) but they're on to season 5 and stripping engines and providing useful info.

dgt

I wouldn't bother OP if you change gears a lot. Easy to install though

rocky wrote: »

dgt installed one in a punto (?)

A Bravo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QR1xHtMLd0

Confab wrote: »

To get out of a Fiat in a hurry? Great idea!

No, to get people with such a backwards and stinking opinion of Fiats out of my car asap. A great idea!

bmwguy

dgt wrote: »

I wouldn't bother OP if you change gears a lot. Easy to install though



A Bravo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QR1xHtMLd0

No, to get people with such a backwards and stinking opinion of Fiats out of my car asap. A great idea!

Would just change gears normally no more or less than anyone else really! I'll think about it but might just get nice feeling leather one!

Basil Fawlty

Shockingly tacky. Buy the direct factory replacement and leave the shiny stuff for Thailands taxi drivers.

Mr Benevolent

dgt wrote: »

No, to get people with such a backwards and stinking opinion of Fiats out of my car asap. A great idea!

It was a joke. I've owned a Fiat/Alfa. Great cars but always good for winding up owners.