'66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs...

[Frizzle Fry]

Good question. I haven't closed on that yet. I'm thinking about possibly going with the bullet mirrors used on Tigers and Cobras. What do you guys think?

[mcmlxix]

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Good question. I haven't closed on that yet. I'm thinking about possibly going with the bullet mirrors used on Tigers and Cobras. What do you guys think?

I like this idea. Fits the era and the spirit of the car...

[watahyahknow]

there a bit 70's
could use some motorcycle mirrors

[Graeme_B]

Bullet mirrors are clean cut and stylish. Suit the period of the car as well.

[68shortwide]

i like the bullet mirror idea.

[Frizzle Fry]

Searching for mirrors, I came across these. They are a very clean design and aera correct. They are called Ital mirrors.

[NONHOG]

Those are cool! Any stateside vendors? Google showed nothing.
That Classic link (1st pic) is UK.
I was going to use generic (no logo) 57 Chevy mirrors on the fenders of the Amazon but not 100% the fender mounted mirrors and high school parking lots will agree with each other?

[Frizzle Fry]

Yeh, I'm diggin them. They are a bit more subtle and unique than the bullets.

Didn't find any stateside vendors either. Ebay uk has a few vendors with them.

[watahyahknow]

subtle is the key word here they dont look as boy racer as the bullets

i could look for them over here in the netherlands and give you a price including sending it to you in a package , i'm not a company so it might slip under the customs radar if i mark it gift

[ERASER5]

Pardon my lack of knowledge of European cars, but what is that red #4 car? That thing looks cool!

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by watahyahknow

subtle is the key word here they dont look as boy racer as the bullets

i could look for them over here in the netherlands and give you a price including sending it to you in a package , i'm not a company so it might slip under the customs radar if i mark it gift

Thanks for the offer man. Shipping is actually not bad from England.

Originally Posted by ERASER5

Pardon my lack of knowledge of European cars, but what is that red #4 car? That thing looks cool!

Good taste there! That's one of my all time favorite cars: Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA (1965). They go by a few different names including GTA, GTV, GT Junior, Giulia, Sprint, 1750, 2000. All in the 105/115 Series Coupés family.

Here's one that caught my eye at a local cruise-in a few years ago.

[Frizzle Fry]

Another option from the Porsche 356 Speedster:


Can be fender mounted:




or door mounted:




Personally I think fender mounted on the back of the fender where it's still within reach might work out well. In fact I just bought an old crusty one on ebay to check it out/see what might work.

[ejn74]

I like the Porsche mirror but both are Cool!

[Mal]

Tex automotive in the UK make nice mirrors out of polished stainless and other cool parts for British cars. I have a set of the bullet racing style mirrors on the Tiger. They are well made and will stay looking good for a long time unlike the chrome ones you can buy that look good for 6 months then the chrome starts flaking.
http://texautomotive.com/classic_exterior_mirrors.html

I have to get some seals from Frank for the S111 Cob I have. How's the quality ?.

Cheers Mal

[watahyahknow]

they have the ital version too

[Frizzle Fry]

All the Ital style I've found have a stainless head and chromed base. Frank makes and sells nothing but the highest quality rubber products you will find. Can't say enough good things.

[attack eagle]

Just an idea for something period correct and "British"...

How about D?

http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewP...EHdxoCirrw_wcB

[watahyahknow]

look at the classic mini's triumph mg's








still leaning toward te ital ones

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by attack eagle

Just an idea for something period correct and "British"...

How about D?

http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewP...EHdxoCirrw_wcB

I initially began my search with something like that in mind, but scope drift rushed in (this project's mantra), so I had no choice but to explore other options in the pursuit of something more interesting

Originally Posted by watahyahknow

look at the classic mini's triumph mg's








still leaning toward te ital ones

I agree, the Itals are a top contender. I snagged an old 356 speedster mirror for $20. Let's see how it looks.

[Frizzle Fry]

Speedster mirror:

[1Bad 37]

Looks really good! And a nice size.

[mcmlxix]

Good choice. Did you make sure they clear the vent windows?

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by 1Bad 37

Looks really good! And a nice size.

Yeh, I think its workin. My only concern would be the amount it sticks out - could get bumped and with that tiny base on the arm...

Originally Posted by mcmlxix

Good choice. Did you make sure they clear the vent windows?

Gotta put the seat in and simulate the vent window before final positioning, definitely.

Might just have to order the Itals a for full-on comparo. I'm sure I can find another use for them if I stick with the speedsters.

[NONHOG]

Looks like a good fit! Got a closer view of the front?
Oh Thanks for doing my mirror shopping!

[Frizzle Fry]

NONHOG. No problem