Side Mirrors: Cheap Alternatives?

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Jul 16, 2005 | 11:04 PM
  #1  
Okay...I'm seriously thinking about plopping over $150 for some real CF stick-ons made by a well known company. Picture attached.

But before I do drop down some serious change, I need to know if there are alternatives?

What I know so far:
1- Bluebat's overlay. Don't like the look. Not as clean as these.
2- Top Secret Mirror Replacement. $600+ is outta my price range, plus I want to keep the functionality of my OEM mirrors

have I missed anything? there was a guy who was gonna work on some, but I think he dropped the project.

Your help would be greatly appreciated.

EDIT: For the WHY people out there. To add that subtle, distinctive look to my daily driven show car.

Thank you

Side Mirrors:  Cheap Alternatives?-gcoupe3.jpg  

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Jul 16, 2005 | 11:13 PM
  #2  
all i have to say is.....why care about the mirrors so much....theyre mirrors
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Jul 17, 2005 | 04:35 PM
  #3  
Quote: all i have to say is.....why care about the mirrors so much....theyre mirrors
You have a good point. Ya know what? You got me thinking now... why even buy a G35? Its just a car! $35k for just a car to get you from point A to point B? Shoot... I think I'll just buy myself a Daewoo or a Kia instead.
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Jul 17, 2005 | 05:44 PM
  #4  
Nice ! I like.........i mean....I REALLY LIKE
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Jul 17, 2005 | 09:43 PM
  #5  
Quote: all i have to say is.....why care about the mirrors so much....theyre mirrors
Answer: For the WHY people out there. To add that subtle, distinctive look to my daily driven show car.

To each his own, plus I like the idea, nice, subtle accent, I totally agree with you.
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Jul 17, 2005 | 10:01 PM
  #6  
Quote: all i have to say is.....why care about the mirrors so much....theyre mirrors
I love the fact you posted this and he told you why he cares. Yet you asked again anyway?

Why did you care enough to even post? You didn't help....
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How about painting them to match the car?
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Jul 17, 2005 | 10:29 PM
  #7  
Bro why dont you just paint them to match like I did?
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Jul 17, 2005 | 10:36 PM
  #8  
I know you want to change the mirrors, but personally I like them black. They match well with your fogs, grill, rear, wheels. Also, I'm not a big fan of CF. Just my $.02.
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Jul 18, 2005 | 02:04 AM
  #9  
i like it
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Jul 18, 2005 | 03:57 AM
  #10  
oh..don't bash the guy, i added the why? question after he had asked just in case anyone else asked

i knew color matching would make the car too yellow. i don't know..the picture in my head said to leave it black, and I like it.

the carbon fiber would just accent the area, plus i accidently got wax on the black part and it is slightly hazed. i know I could use aftermarket cleaners like Back to Black, but i'm lazy

i guess there are not many other alternatives.

it's gonna be an expensive month for me...
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Jul 18, 2005 | 12:49 PM
  #11  
Please dont do a overlay!
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Jul 18, 2005 | 09:44 PM
  #12  
Quote: oh..don't bash the guy, i added the why? question after he had asked just in case anyone else asked

i knew color matching would make the car too yellow. i don't know..the picture in my head said to leave it black, and I like it.

the carbon fiber would just accent the area, plus i accidently got wax on the black part and it is slightly hazed. i know I could use aftermarket cleaners like Back to Black, but i'm lazy

i guess there are not many other alternatives.

it's gonna be an expensive month for me...
Then leave it.......I guess
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Jul 18, 2005 | 10:08 PM
  #13  
[QUOTE=drsifu1]

the carbon fiber would just accent the area, plus i accidently got wax on the black part and it is slightly hazed. i know I could use aftermarket cleaners like Back to Black, but i'm lazy

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Don't use Back to Black, just get a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, dip it in a little water, and just wipe the excess wax right off. It's also a cheap way to clean your leather seats, they work great.

-Mark
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Jul 19, 2005 | 10:29 AM
  #14  
Quote: Okay...I'm seriously thinking about plopping over $150 for some real CF stick-ons made by a well known company. Picture attached.

But before I do drop down some serious change, I need to know if there are alternatives?

What I know so far:
1- Bluebat's overlay. Don't like the look. Not as clean as these.
2- Top Secret Mirror Replacement. $600+ is outta my price range, plus I want to keep the functionality of my OEM mirrors

have I missed anything? there was a guy who was gonna work on some, but I think he dropped the project.

Your help would be greatly appreciated.

EDIT: For the WHY people out there. To add that subtle, distinctive look to my daily driven show car.

Thank you
I have these and they look great! The CF is the highest quality I have ever seen! After one of the other guys saw them, he went out and got them as well. Install is easy. As a tip if you get these, lay the pieces on your windshield in the sun, it will soften them up like butter and make adhesive stick much better!

I have pics on my home PC that I will post up when I get home for ya! High quality product! I was reluctant too when I saw the price but gambled! No more nasty wax residue marks on th eblack plastic for me! LOL
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Jul 19, 2005 | 04:01 PM
  #15  
waiting for pics
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