Ford Galaxy Galaxy Mk2 Front Centre Console Ashtray Storage Panel 8M21-U04788-AD

Ford Galaxy Galaxy Mk2 Front Centre Console Ashtray Storage Panel is an original interior equipment component designed for installation in the front section of the cabin. This practical ashtray module allows you to maintain a consistent look for the centre console while providing convenient access for the driver and passenger. Thanks to its factory origin from the Ford range, the correct dimensions, shape, and mounting method are preserved, which facilitates replacement installation after damage or wear of the previous element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8M21-U04788-AD
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8M21-U04788-AD
• Substitutable numbers: 8M21-U04788-AD, 8M21U04788AD
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Centre Console Trim
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function in the centre console

The centre console ashtray in the Galaxy Mk2 model is an integral part of the front interior zone, mounted in the area between the seats. It is responsible for:

• maintaining order in the cabin through a dedicated space for ash and small waste,
• aesthetic closure of the console recess, without visible gaps or mismatches,
• preserving the original design line of the dashboard and centre tunnel.

By being matched to the specific Galaxy Mk2 generation, this element harmonizes with other trim panels and decorative strips, without disturbing the factory character of the interior.

Construction and interior fitment

The ashtray belongs to the Trims, decorative strips and decorations group, which means that apart from its functional role, it also serves an aesthetic purpose. The construction is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the centre console, while maintaining:

• consistent texture and color relative to adjacent finishing elements,
• appropriate geometry of guides and latches, facilitating the insertion and removal of the module,
• stable seating without play or unwanted noises while driving.

As an original Ford OE component, the ashtray is designed to work with the factory console frame, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

Characteristics of the used element

The offered ashtray comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining compliance with the original equipment standard of the given Galaxy Mk2 model year. A used interior element is a good solution when you care about:

• maintaining the factory look of the cabin without using universal replacements,
• reducing repair costs while maintaining the original specification,
• easy installation in place of a damaged or missing ashtray module.

Choosing an original component from the same model series minimizes the risk of fitment issues and improves the overall visual consistency of the centre console.

Benefits of using an original ashtray

Using a factory element in the front part of the centre console brings a number of practical benefits:

• Installation compatibility – mounting points and guides provided by the manufacturer,
• Stylistic consistency – compliance with the design line of the Ford Galaxy Mk2 interior,
• Functionality in daily use – convenient access for the driver and passenger, easy opening and closing.

This solution is particularly beneficial when renovating the interior, replacing a damaged ashtray, or restoring the vehicle to a state close to factory condition.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the decorative zone in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Ford Trims, decorative strips and decorations category.

For a comparison of solutions used in other brands and a better understanding of how the use of dismantled parts affects vehicle operation, it is worth reading the article Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models using dismantled parts?, which shows a practical approach to used components in modern cars.