Grab Handles

[Jupiter]

Does anyone know if grab handles can be fitted to an 04 Cooper which does not have roof airbags fitted? I don't believe they were an option at the time of purchase.

[obehave]

Quote: Originally Posted by Jupiter

Does anyone know if grab handles can be fitted to an 04 Cooper which does not have roof airbags fitted? I don't believe they were an option at the time of purchase.

Never found the need for one. Even as a passenger during auto-x classes.
Get the seat right, plant your feet against the firewall and then lay your right/left arm along the armrest on the door.
If that doesn't keep you stable enough then you need harnesses.

Unless you're talking about just for vehicle entry/exit then disregard the above statement.

[mdsbrain]

I have had people complain when getting out my back seat that handles would of helped. Also when showing what the car can do it would help passengers.

[Jupiter]

Quote: Originally Posted by obehave

Never found the need for one. Even as a passenger during auto-x classes.
Get the seat right, plant your feet against the firewall and then lay your right/left arm along the armrest on the door.
If that doesn't keep you stable enough then you need harnesses.

Unless you're talking about just for vehicle entry/exit then disregard the above statement.

Yes, just for getting in & out of car, particularly from the back - there is a tendancy for people to use the front window to lever themseves out. BUT can they be fitted - are there screw holes under the lining on the 04 model?

[MINIALEX]

Id like a handle down the side of the seat next to the handbrake - theres one corner where i need it!