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Auto-dimming mirror for W126...Possible?
I know it's probably a waste of time, but thought I'd ask. I'm going to have to replace the rearview mirror at some point, and would consider upgrading to auto-dimming if one were available that would fit in the stock position. I've no interest in gluing a button to the windshield and hacking something up from the aftermarket.
Any chance, or pipe-dream?
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I purchased a photochromic mirror from a GM car a year ago along with a 107 mirror with the intention of making a burl-finished mirror housing for it- but no progress yet! I've used one though and I really like them. A great invention.
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www.2phast.com
Rik has installed the auto dimming mirror (with the Homelink systesm) on his former 190E and now on his 500E. He has some illustrated descriptions at his website. |
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Step One completed: Got a GM auto-dimming mirror on E-Bay for 35 bones, including shipping.
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I don't know how the w126 mirror is mounted but it was VERY simple to mount a newer mercedes auto dim mirror in the w124 platform. I did it to my e320 just as Rik did to his 500e. I picked up a black auto dim/homelink mirror out of a 00 C230 for 24.xx plus shipping. They're not really common on ebay but they do come up a few times a month.
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I don't know for the U.S. market, but Mercedes-Benz do actually manufactures and offers an original auto-dim mirror for the W126.
Part Number is: B6 681 8602 The special equipment book states this part is for either the sedan (long and shortwheel bases) and the coupe. You can check with your local dealer if that part number is available or can be imported from Germany.
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