Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

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MisterH
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Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

Post by MisterH » Tue Jan 22, 2019 6:16 pm

Good evening

I am currently looking for some wing mirror caps and front number plate mount for my pre-facelift '88 car
does anyone know where I can find some? a look of the internet hasn't yielded anything

The mirror issue can be seen here:
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Front plate mount and mirror caps were removed, along with the original plates, by a previous owner, and while I have tried to get into contact with them, it has been to no avail.
Any help in increasing the originality of the car, will be greatly appreciated
Current Jobs to do (23/1/22):
Fix Central Locking
Fix drivers side speaker
Annoying Scratching Squeak
Water leaks
Complete Front O/S rebuild

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Re: Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

Post by Alan 480 » Tue Jan 22, 2019 6:40 pm

can't help on mirror covers and I know not the 'perfect' solution but our number plate holder got 'trashed' at some point due to parking 'too close'

I took the holder from the rear, cut the middle protrusion off , turned it upside down and fitted to the front. simples :hopping:

not sure why it even needs a holder on the rear as number plate is quite happy sitting vertically :-)
Alan

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Re: Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

Post by jifflemon » Tue Jan 22, 2019 7:16 pm

Top tip there!

I did contemplate seeing if it could be 3D printed or fibreglass moulded, but you’ve just saved me a load of work

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Re: Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

Post by Irolllowvo » Tue Jan 22, 2019 7:55 pm

I definitely have a front plate holder.
I have a pair of pre facelift mirrors in your colour I was going to retrofit to my vehicle as I prefer the shape, but I could be convinced to part with them... 🤑
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Re: Wanted - Wing mirror covers and front number plate mount

Post by MisterH » Tue Jan 22, 2019 9:10 pm

Irolllowvo wrote:
Tue Jan 22, 2019 7:55 pm
I definitely have a front plate holder.
I have a pair of pre facelift mirrors in your colour I was going to retrofit to my vehicle as I prefer the shape, but I could be convinced to part with them... 🤑
I think you might find a PM has found its way to you...
Current Jobs to do (23/1/22):
Fix Central Locking
Fix drivers side speaker
Annoying Scratching Squeak
Water leaks
Complete Front O/S rebuild

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