Someone stole my passenger side view mirror (glass only). I've called an auto parts store and they said I need to replace the whole mirror casing. Can't I just replace the glass? Do you think they're trying to rip me off because I'm a female? I know Pep Boys sells replacement mirrors. Can I just buy one of those? p.s. Its a powered mirror.
2007-07-30 02:27:36 · 10 answers · asked by Kimmy 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Its a 2001 Nissan Altima GXE
2007-07-30 02:34:40 · update #1
I work at Pep Boys and yes, we do. You will need to replace the whole mirror.
2007-08-02 19:40:33 · answer #1 · answered by christina J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very unlikely that a replacement glass is available. The best thing to do is check with the dealership. If they dont show a replacement glass, then you will have to replace the entire assembly. I have never used an aftermarket replacement, but they are available and should save you some money over the factory replacement. You will probably have to have a mechanic replace the mirror. Try a salvage yard for a replacement. It would be cheaper than the aftermarket, but may not be the right color to match your car. You could have it painted to match your car.
2007-07-30 02:38:18 · answer #2 · answered by georgeschmelzle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
each model has its own quirks. some have replacement mirrors, some don't.
sure you can just get a $5.99 stick on mirror from PepBoys but it will never fit, click into place, it will not be the right size nor shape and most likely it will fall off inside of a few months.
you cheapest route is to call up junk yards. either buy a whole mirror unit for about $40 or so and then take it apart and take the mirror out. then replace yours the same way.
or if it won't come off, just swap the entire mirror assembly from the junk yard for yours on the car. then call up your local used car dealer and ask them who they use as a touch up paint company. call this company and for around $75 they will meet up with you and paint the mirror to match the car (if it doesn't match from the junk yard)
if you go new or directly through the dealer, you will pay much much more.
2007-07-30 03:31:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would call around to some junkyards and see if you can find a wrecked one with an intact mirror (or do what whoever stole yours did, and find a car like yours sitting in a dark parking lot).
They are kind of tricky to install - and depending on whether or not the control rods were messed up when yours got stolen, it might be a pain in the azz.
2007-07-30 02:32:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't take it 2 the dealer. should take half hour to replace it. if you can find a used/ 1 off a crashed car that is great shape would be a cheap way to replace it. if not could be costly. unless you buy aftermarket maybe $250 plus painting( for both sides )
2016-05-17 21:51:18 · answer #5 · answered by jerri 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most auto windsheild replacement companies can cut one to fit. Companies like- Safelite...etc
2007-07-30 02:35:34 · answer #6 · answered by smars442002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call a glass shop someone that does windshields they sell them cost $20 or less they are easyto install most glass shops will install it free
im in the buisness
2007-07-30 02:51:36 · answer #7 · answered by mobile auto repair (mr fix it) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately you do have to replace the entire thing - the same thing happened to my boyfriend. It's such a ripoff.
2007-07-30 02:38:48 · answer #8 · answered by Megan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would look on ebay, someone is probably selling a cheap, but still good one on there
2007-07-30 02:32:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What vehicle and year ? I'll look it up
2007-07-30 02:33:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋