Aftermarket Mirror for 97 W210

[Rebel62]

I broke the fitting for the spring attachment in my drivers side mirror. MB replacement part is around $400. That's pretty pricey and not sure I want part with that much cash

I found an aftermarket mirror w/ the glass and the housing at www.partstrain.com for $184.76 US, anyone have any experience with these guys or their parts? Will this rust off the car in 2 years?

If so, can I use my current housing with this part? Should I just bite the bullet and buy the MB part? Thanks, in advance for your responses

[Rebel62]

(Subtle Bump)
Anyone in the listening audience ever buy aftermarket parts from these guys? ANy experience positve or negative? thinking about buying a mirror for my '97 E320.

[EdzBenz]

I would check on ebay to find a used mirror. You can probably pick one up for pretty cheap.

[Rebel62]

Thanks Ed

[deanyel]

If it was me I'd do the same - hold out for used part. Figure out what years fit your car and what salvage yards have those cars - there's got to be one somewhere.

[pberku]

Keep in mind that new mirrors don't come with a painted back cover. The supplied cover is usually painted black. You must either re-use your old cover, or paint the new one to match the color of your car.

Also, some times the cover is not even included, so find-out what exactly it is you are buying.

Phil