Michael D Nicopolis

US Patent:

54660289, Nov 14, 1995

Filed:

Dec 27, 1993

Appl. No.:

8/172783

Inventors:

Michael D. Nicopolis - West Bloomfield MI

Assignee:

Ford Motor Company - Dearborn MI

International Classification:

B60R 704

US Classification:

296 377

Abstract:

An auxiliary storage compartment for an automobile has a compartment body with a pair of side portions and a substantially horizontal floor portion forming a U-shaped opening. The compartment body is rigidly attached to the roof and extends laterally across the width of the vehicle above the cargo storage area. The side portions, floor portion and the vehicle roof define a compartment therebetween. A bezel member, having at least one opening therein, is connected to compartment body and enclosing the U-shaped opening between the roof and the compartment body. At least one door is movably attached to the bezel opening for enclosing and providing access to the compartment. A latching mechanism on the door secures the door in a closed position.