Thats what i thought but it does seem to be riveted into place, so am worried about there being big holes underneath, im sure i can convert it to an ipod holder or something though!
I think you may need to go to ford to get this done, I have exactly the same prob with mine, i managed to get the top half of the phone holder off (with much persuation!) But couldnt see an obvious way of getting the bottom half off!