R52 Replacing Rear View Mirror

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Jan 23, 2008 | 03:16 PM

VictoriaH

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1st Gear

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From: San Diego, California

Replacing Rear View Mirror

Since I bought my MINI 07 Cabrio off the lot, I inquired about replacing the standard rear view mirror with the auto dimming rear view mirror. I was informed that it was not possible. I suspect it would be possible but I would have to have the panel replaced.
Has anyone done this or knows anything about it? I really want an auto dimming rear view mirror!

Jan 23, 2008 | 03:52 PM

JAGFIXER

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From: Millstadt, IL

The stock unit does not have the wiring in the roof liner for auto dimming feature. You would be better off finding an aftermarket and let your local accessory shop install it.

Last edited by JAGFIXER; Jan 23, 2008 at 03:53 PM. Reason: spelling

Jan 23, 2008 | 04:45 PM

Scavenger

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My '06 Coupe seems to be working, I did this upgrade a few months ago. Although, MINI seems to change their wiring harnesses regularly

Jan 23, 2008 | 08:20 PM

brownflyer

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From: Nor. Cal. Bay Are

My '06 MCSC has the wiring for the homelink and auto-dim but it didn't come with it. It should be a straight plug & play. Here are a couple of links

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uto+dim+mirror

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=62041

Nice cool blue MINI Victoria, now all you need is one of my aftermarket windscreens.