Electrochromic external mirror Glass replacement
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Cruising
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From: Lago Vista TX
Electrochromic external mirror Glass replacement
Does anyone have a source to purchase a replacement mirror (just the glass) for an external (driver side) mirror for a 2003 (Z06)? A local shop gave me a $400 price from GM. Searching for a lower cost option, for a new glass. I have tried to read all the posts regarding this topic in the C5 Tech forum and find info on how to physically replace it, but none on where to purchase. I had seen an old post from Cultrag Performance stating they had just the glass but a search of their website didn't give me any conclusive result. I found an 'mirror glass, left" with a part number 12530715 for $103.66. No description but I assume that is just plain glass. I have seen some suggested options but I prefer to replace with same glass to keep it original. Appreciate any suggestions.
Melting Slicks
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From: Dallas TX
The electrochomatic glass is like $250...
The non electrochomatic is that $103 you are seeing.
I bought a used mirror assembly that wasnt in great shape, but the glass looked brand new for 75 bucks and pulled the glass.
The non electrochomatic is that $103 you are seeing.
I bought a used mirror assembly that wasnt in great shape, but the glass looked brand new for 75 bucks and pulled the glass.
Racer
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From: Texas
Here's a link to the correct part: https://www.wholesalegmpartsonline.c.../12455610.html
I'd like to replace the electrochromic mirror on mine as well, but not willing to pay $250+ for one.
I'd like to replace the electrochromic mirror on mine as well, but not willing to pay $250+ for one.
Safety Car
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Not any help if you are set on auto dim mirror replacement but I just put a regular EBAY mirror over my original mirror. Didn't want to spend the $$$ and I don't drive at night so it worked fine for me. Good luck
Racer
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Does anyone have a source to purchase a replacement mirror (just the glass) for an external (driver side) mirror for a 2003 (Z06)? A local shop gave me a $400 price from GM. Searching for a lower cost option, for a new glass. I have tried to read all the posts regarding this topic in the C5 Tech forum and find info on how to physically replace it, but none on where to purchase. I had seen an old post from Cultrag Performance stating they had just the glass but a search of their website didn't give me any conclusive result. I found an 'mirror glass, left" with a part number 12530715 for $103.66. No description but I assume that is just plain glass. I have seen some suggested options but I prefer to replace with same glass to keep it original. Appreciate any suggestions.
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Cruising
Joined: Mar 2013
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From: Lago Vista TX
Here's a link to the correct part: https://www.wholesalegmpartsonline.c.../12455610.html
I'd like to replace the electrochromic mirror on mine as well, but not willing to pay $250+ for one.
I'd like to replace the electrochromic mirror on mine as well, but not willing to pay $250+ for one.
Drifting
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From: Largo FL
Does anyone have a source to purchase a replacement mirror (just the glass) for an external (driver side) mirror for a 2003 (Z06)? A local shop gave me a $400 price from GM. Searching for a lower cost option, for a new glass. I have tried to read all the posts regarding this topic in the C5 Tech forum and find info on how to physically replace it, but none on where to purchase. I had seen an old post from Cultrag Performance stating they had just the glass but a search of their website didn't give me any conclusive result. I found an 'mirror glass, left" with a part number 12530715 for $103.66. No description but I assume that is just plain glass. I have seen some suggested options but I prefer to replace with same glass to keep it original. Appreciate any suggestions.
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Safety Car
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From: Walhalla South Carolina
Does anyone have a source to purchase a replacement mirror (just the glass) for an external (driver side) mirror for a 2003 (Z06)? A local shop gave me a $400 price from GM. Searching for a lower cost option, for a new glass. I have tried to read all the posts regarding this topic in the C5 Tech forum and find info on how to physically replace it, but none on where to purchase. I had seen an old post from Cultrag Performance stating they had just the glass but a search of their website didn't give me any conclusive result. I found an 'mirror glass, left" with a part number 12530715 for $103.66. No description but I assume that is just plain glass. I have seen some suggested options but I prefer to replace with same glass to keep it original. Appreciate any suggestions.
I get the original deal but unless you drive very little at night not worth the expense and trouble to go back original but your call. I got an ebay stick on over existing mirror and very satisfied, if I didn't tell you, you would never know it. Good luck with it. Cheers