I have a '76 300D, which is the W115 body. It is 100% original and in real good shape (see picture). Due to having a major back and neck problem which makes it hard for me to check mirrors while driving, I have been thinking about putting a set of mirrors way out on the front fenders (or should I say "wings") like used to be done in the U.K. In fact, I managed to pick up a good set of 60's vintage chrome mirrors at a yard sale that I think would look about right, and serve the function needed for me to drive safely.

But before I start drilling, I would like some opinions. I've read on this forum that all '75 and '76 300D's that went to the U.S were all fully loaded, including sunroof. Mine is in Canada, and it is U.S. spec fully loaded except without sunroof. I would also expect there wouldn't be many of these left on the roads in Canada. Would this make the car a "true classic" that shouldn't be altered in any way? The car would certainly be a beautiful candidate for a frame-up restoration, because there is very little rust to deal with (never winter driven), 140,000 miles and absolutely everything works. The only things missing are front door pockets, hood star and the original radio (has super-nice VW Premium radio instead).

Bottom line is, I plan to mount these mirrors this weekend because I think if I drill a few holes they can always be filled in again. But if someone can tell me this would be a real bad idea because the car is really worth big $$$ in original condition, and drilling the fenders would ruin it, please let me know.

Dave

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