s2.2k

You know those APR carbon rectangular mirrors? The little ones? Why are those so popular? I know it saves like 2lbs and less drag, but is it noticeable enough to switch out the beautiful stock mirrors?

Can anyone shed any light on this? Many thanks!

TRD_Celica

Why is the sky blue? Why is the grass green?

TerminatioN

They're not for performance (weight savings) 99% of the time. Most people who have them just like the way they look.

realblag

They need constant adjustment because the slightest tap on them will move them. The generic base plate that mounts them almost doesn't cover the hole in the door for the OEM mirror. The gasket that comes with them is crap. They are so small that if they weren't convex, you wouldn't be able to see anything in them. I'm ready for it...... so here goes....... I have a set on my car because I love the way they look. I'm gonna color match the baseplates (if I ever get around to it). I still have my original ones and if I get tired of them, I can switch back. For now, I think they look awesome.

s2.2k

Got it thanks... would consider them if they made a noticeable difference in reducing drag at least.

mandru5891

How does one go about mounting a set of APR mirrors through the small plastic front corner of the window like some aftermarket mirrors seem to be mounted?

vividracing.com

To be completely honest, I wouldn't be surprised of they actually did more harm than good in terms of aerodynamics.

You'll have to drill through plastic and mount them to the metal in the door. The plastic isn't strong enough to hold the mirrors. If you take the door panel off it's pretty easy to see how to make it work.

s2cho

my friend has a set and its not worth it... the mirror it self is like 3 inches
so small....

s2k aok

power mirrors is a luxury i can't give up, not even for chicken wings...