**This listing is for brand new auto-dim glass unit only (for fitment yourself to your faulty rearview mirror). This will only fit inside the Range Rover Classic rearview mirror pictured. Please see last photos showing the shape of rearview mirror this glass fits in to (mirror body itself not included).  Make sure your existing rearview mirror has the central switch/lever in the middle under the glass for adjusting the dimming function. That way you know you are purchasing the correct auto-dim glass from me. For other shape mirrors please contact me. I keep many different mirror types in stock available for immediate delivery.  To purchase my rearview mirror service instead, please see my other Ebay listings**

MirrorJohn.com

I am an Auto-dimming Mirror specialist and passionate modern-classic car owner. I often attend car shows and meets. I am also a Forum Sponsor on specialist M Car Forums: M3Cutters.co.uk and RSownersClub.  Buy from a fellow enthusiast and specialist. I stock and sell Auto-dim replacement glass for many different rearview mirrors, replacement Alarm LED covers, wing mirror glass and wing mirror repair brackets. I also am a stockist for Turner Motorsport (USA). Please look at my other Ebay auctions to see the wealth of products on offer. You will also find my positive customer feedback thread here:

http://forums.m3cutters.co.uk/showthread.php?t=108035

REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS

***This listing is for replacement auto-dim rearview mirror glass for Range Rover Classic REARVIEW MIRROR as fitted to Early 1990's Range Rovers. To fit this glass involves removing your faulty auto-dim glass unit from inside your current rearview mirror and replacing with one of my new improved auto dim glass units. To do this you will need to carefully separate your mirror at it's join / seam. You will then need to un-solder two wires from your faulty glass and then solder these wires back on to the new glass. The mirror body is then clipped back together. This replacement auto-dim glass is only for the rearview mirror fitted to the early Range Rover. For other shape mirrors please contact me. I keep many different mirror types in stock, so can offer new glass for most auto-dim mirrors fitted to BMW's, Audi's and other brands. I also offer in-house repairs if you don't want to repair your mirror yourself. By appointment you can visit me for repairs onsite while you wait. To purchase the mirror repair service, please see my other Ebay listings***

I am sure you are here reading this because your current rearview mirror has failed. You may have experienced some of the following symptoms of your rearview mirror:

- Mirror is no longer dimming

- Mirror has a yellow tinge to it

- There are patches or bubbles in the glass

- Tide line or variations in colour

- Dust behind the glass

- Halo effect or inner circle present

- Mirror has leaked. Damage to the mirror casing or interior trim

How an Auto-dimming mirror works:

An auto-dimming mirror is comprised of two pieces of glass that are sealed together along the edges and then metal contact strips attached to both edges.

An electronic circuit board is attached to the rear of the mirror with a wire soldered to teach of the contact strips.

A conductive liquid is then injected and completely fills the area between the two pieces of glass and then sealed at the injection point. The back of the glass is coated with a silver mirror coating and under normal (non dimming) conditions the fluid is completely invisible and transparent. It works just like a normal mirror should, reflecting all light. The mirror housing contains the electronic circuit board and photo-sensors that measure ambient light, one facing toward the front of the car and one facing out towards the rear window. The forward facing sensor tells the mirror whether it's day or night and enables or disables the auto dimming function accordingly. If a sufficient amount of light is hitting the forward facing sensor the mirror will conclude that it's daytime and will not dim the glass at all, regardless of what the rear facing sensor sees. When the front facing sensor see reduced levels of light the electronic circuit board will begin applying very low levels of voltage to each piece of glass and the conductive fluid will begin to darken. The level of tinting is varied almost infinitely depending on the conditions.  At night the mirror will be dimmer than during the day, however, when the rear facing sensor detects light (from a cars headlights behind) the mirror will actually dim even darker. This effectively reduces the amount of light that hits the mirror coating and eliminates glare. You may also notice your mirror dims if you drive under tree covered roads or through a dark tunnel.  The level of dimming is constantly adjusted depending on light conditions. Another neat trick, is that if you put your car in to reverse at night, the mirror automatically un-dims, so that you can see where you are going! It’s all rather clever really! 


Unfortunately there was an issue with manufacture of these original mirrors which causes them to fail. They will all fail sooner or later. It is more 'When' the mirror will fail rather than 'If' the mirror will fail. Due to the poor original design, when the mirror fails it can cause devastating permanent damage. There is a (dimming) fluid sandwiched between two pieces of glass and this liquid is highly corrosive. When the mirror fails it can allow this liquid to leak out. When it leaks out the glass it will eat its way through your mirror casing and then damage anything it drips on to. I have have had unlucky customers who have had centre consoles damaged, gear knobs, seats and even a dashboard. It all depends on what the fluid leaks on when it drips out the mirror. This can make it a very expensive failure indeed. Especially if you need a new mirror too. A new mirror from the manufacturer is over £500 if you can still buy one and still uses the same (flawed) technology as the original. Some customers look to buy another second hand mirror as a replacement, however these carry the same risks of failing as the original. It isn't worth the risk. Your best option is to repair your current mirror only replacing the part at fault, the dimming glass unit. This is where I can help you.......

If your mirror has any of the above symptoms; the best thing you can do is remove it from your car straight away.

The NEW replacement auto dim glass that I am supplying you is the best available on the market today. It uses the latest, state of the art dimming technology. Rather than a liquid, my glass uses a special dimming 'Gel'. It is not corrosive and will not leak out like the original glass. It also dims quicker and goes slightly darker (when required). It really is far superior in every way to the original. It also gives you the peace of mind that it will not fail again and cause damage to your mirror or interior trim. The quality is in fact so high and so superior to all other glass on the market that it is offered with a THREE YEAR WARRANTY*. This warranty covers any manufacturing defects with the auto-dim glass unit itself for three years from the date of purchase The warranty obviously doesn't cover the mirror casing, sensors or circuit boards within the mirror or consequential loss. The warranty is on the glass unit you are purchasing. I have never had to replace one of these glass units under warranty and I have sold many many hundreds over the years I have been specialising in mirrors. However, if you do have an issue with the glass during the three years I will replace it (if the glass proves to be faulty). You will need to send me the mirror back with proof of purchase so that I can identify the fault. If it is within the three years and the glass at fault, I will replace it. You will not be charged for labour but will need to pay for carriage

Due to the increased risk of damage due to leaking in transit I always recommend DIY repair.  However If you would still prefer a repair over fitting this glass yourself, then look at my other Ebay listing for Range Rover mirror repair service.

Buy the Best product on the market today from a passionate Auto-dimming mirror specialist.

Any questions please ask; I am always happy to help.