An ashtray that mounts on the exterior of a vehicle that avoids the undesirable conditions of internal ashtrays. The ashtray can mount on a vehicle window, in a vent, or under a vehicle exterior mirror or directly on the vehicle door. The ashtray can also be built-in to the vehicle at the time of manufacture. The ashtray can contain hook/loop material (VELCRO) to attach it to the vehicle door and magnets.