I have a basic cd/mp3 portable player. I assume I could probably just plug it in to the AUX jack and power outlet, then sit back and enjoy the sounds.

My question is, has anyone figured out a nice way of mounting it on/next to the dashboard instead of putting it on the seat/floor? Yes this is a cheap way of playing mp3's, but it works.

Thanks

Arkon Industries makes all kinds of professional looking mounting solutions. You can check them out at the following link:
http://www.arkon.com/

In addition, I've included some product pics from their site that might be of interest to you regarding your specific question...

CD player mount:

http://www.arkon.com/images/SF140.jpg

Windshield pedestal mount:

http://www.arkon.com/images/Cm52%20large.jpg

Cup holder pedestal:

http://www.arkon.com/images/cup%20holder%20pedestal.jpg

See what I did in this thread:
http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=3816