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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 04:16 PM
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The drivers side mirror on my 03 Anniversary coupe is cloudy. I’d like to replace the glass.
Is there a source for buying the glass new (not wanting Stick-On)?
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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 04:39 PM
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You can get new muthco glass with the added benefit of LED signaling if you're feeling up to doing a little wiring work

I had them and loved them
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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 05:11 PM
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GM parts direct should have it. Do you know if you have heated mirrors?
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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 05:49 PM
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I too have this issue. I do have the auto-dimming and heated mirror. Looked at an OE replacement but decided it was too expensive given the modest return on my investment. I purchased a regular mirror to just cover up the distorted glass but have not installed it. I guess I'm just going to live with the discoloration as the AE is just a weekend driver.

I am all ears if there is an inexpensive repair.
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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 06:38 PM
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I too have this issue. I do have the auto-dimming and heated mirror. Looked at an OE replacement but decided it was too expensive given the modest return on my investment. I purchased a regular mirror to just cover up the distorted glass but have not installed it. I guess I'm just going to live with the discoloration as the AE is just a weekend driver.

I am all ears if there is an inexpensive repair.
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Old Dec 8, 2023 | 07:32 PM
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I do not know if the car has a heated mirror. Is there a code in the glove box that will indicate it?

The GM Direct part is : part # 12530715
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I went with Muth mirrors back in 2007, still going strong...


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Try Vettenuts or another salvage yard for a used OEM part.
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Thanks on the suggestions of both Muth and Vettenuts.

I would still like to know exactly what type of mirrors are on my car.
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Originally Posted by Escue
I do not know if the car has a heated mirror. Is there a code in the glove box that will indicate it?

The GM Direct part is : part # 12530715
I just checked my build sheet.............they're standard
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Want to replace my diver-side mirror glass too (memory, heated and dimming) and tried to get one (including the whole housing – just to get the mirror) at two eBay salvage listings at decent prices, but sellers could not say if they were heated and/or dimming?
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...rror&_osacat=0

Seems they cannot be had at GM (just $800 for whole housing!!!), but a heated mirror is $190 at Mamo... Frustrating.
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