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Comment: I am looking for a rear view mirror (passenger side) for a Lexus ES 300 gold in color. The fixture is still intact so the plastic cover and mirror is all i need. But failing that, I would be interested in a whole new mirror if possible. geo

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I choose to disagree with you.

1) My mirror is adjusted so that the only way to see the side of the car is by pressing the head against the side window

2) It is also adjusted with cars appearing in the lower corner, not the upper.

3) By placing the mirror on the top, I am not modifying the original mirror function. I can either see a car in the lower corner of the mirror, or look in the small mirror as well to check for cars to be sure.

Comment: Actually the best spot for the round mirror is the lower outside corner. Not the top. It is in your direct view when on the upper side and you don't want it to hinder what you need to see up close and direct. Things in the upper corner need to be life size scale for quick reaction decisions. When it's in the lower corner you can use it as a secondary choice like to see two lanes off to your side to give you a wide idea of where you are and what's in your vicinity. Also the top of the mirror should be tilted down enough so the round mirror is not smack dab it the middle of line sight of the car or object behind next to you. In other words you don't need to see any clouds in your mirror. As for the inside edge you need to be able to see down the side of your vehicle and you must be able to see the rear wheel where it touches the ground. How else are you going to back up and not hit a curb. All of these things need to be in your mirrors sight so you can see it at an instants glance. It could mean life of death if you got to rise from your laid back gangster recliner position to avoid side swiping a car on the freeway.

Comment: Hi I am wanting to replace the side mirrors on my 2000 Jetta glass only...do you know where i can get them. Frank

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Thanks for the adhesive recommendation. RTV silicone was all I have been able to find. I did not think of Liquid Nails (M). It will take a long time to dry for sure.

In home use I have had to support mirrors for 48hrs or pick the pieces up from the floor. Talk about a mess cleaning it off the walls. Might as well be chipping concrete off.

FYI: Tape the center of the mirror to help with chips (masking or duct tape). Heat the perimeter of the mirror with a heat gun or hair drier. Then use a plastic putty knife to slowly pry it out = 2-3min removal not including adhesive clean-up. I found replacement mirrors on amazon for $7.51 each free shipping via prime account (sienna). ** easier to remove in one piece! **

Comment: Busted my side mirror glass this morning and this was exactly the advice I was looking for.

Comment: Very clear instructions, thanks. Could you suggest a place to buy just the replacement glass for this? Thank you. -Tom