Where to buy good blind spot mirrors?

[world25]

I found one on the Canadian Tire website (not sure if it is 2" or 3"): http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoSafetySecurity/AutomotiveMirrors/PRD~0408348P/360+Blindspot+Mirror.jsp?locale=en#product_aa

Any specific brand or blind spot mirrors you can recommend?

Thanks.

[chimaican]

I wouldn't trust blind-spot mirrors myself. It's always best to look over your shoulder.

I think they make some rearview mirrors that are convex

[Poulet]

I don't trust people with blind spot mirrors. I trust the mirrors.

[Rockymountain]

I found one on the Canadian Tire website (not sure if it is 2" or 3"): http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoSafetySecurity/AutomotiveMirrors/PRD~0408348P/360+Blindspot+Mirror.jsp?locale=en#product_aa

Any specific brand or blind spot mirrors you can recommend?

Thanks.

Those mirrors are not more than 2" for sure. I was thinking to buy/install them once. Yes, it is much better to do shoulder check.

[EnyCe]

Believe it or not, Wal-Mart has some good ones. I don't use them to check my blind spots however, I use it to see the parking lines to help me park better. Parallel parking too, big help.

[world25]

Believe it or not, Wal-Mart has some good ones. I don't use them to check my blind spots however, I use it to see the parking lines to help me park better. Parallel parking too, big help.

Found it online. This blind spot mirror looks flat: http://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/2-stick-on-convex-mirror/10046970?trail=SRCH%3Aauto+mirror&fromPLP=true&ancestorID=alldept&searchString=auto+mirror&moduleName=S0011&startSearch=yes&fromSearchBox=true&addFacet=SRCH%3Aauto+mirror

[ToNIX]

Just put your current mirrors to cover the blind spots, you don't need them to see behind you (you already have one doing that).

I've been driving like this for more than 10 years and never looked back. I rarely have to turn my head to check my blind spots now.

[qaz393]

Y use mirror. Looking at that 5 inch is lame. I turn my whole head and its like a 80 inch hd tv instead of a 5 inch screen

[JohnB]

You could look into the Broadway mirrors in convex or flat. They just clip on to your rear-view.

http://articles.dashzracing.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/car-parts-Interior-Car-Accessories-Universal-Fit-Boardway-Rear-View-Mirror-275MM.jpg

EDIT - Here is a link of what it is:
http://articles.dashzracing.com/diy-broadway-rear-view-mirror-installation-guide/

[JohnB]

Y use mirror. Looking at that 5 inch is lame. I turn my whole head and its like a 80 inch hd tv instead of a 5 inch screen

U an owl bro?

[world25]

Y use mirror. Looking at that 5 inch is lame. I turn my whole head and its like a 80 inch hd tv instead of a 5 inch screen

My car has a big blind spot (especially when I am making a lane change to the right). I can turn half my head when traffic is flowing. But, when there is more traffic, turning my head half way seems a bit dangerous when cars suddenly brake in front. One time, my lane closed...so I need to squeeze to the right at very slow traffic. I can't tell if the car (right lane) near my rear bumper will let me in. So, I am hoping to get these blind spot mirrors to help me out a little - to see if the car is still going straight or letting me in.

[Rockymountain]

Years back I had 2 mirrors installed on the car body on top of the 2 front wheels (left and right). They were great for changing lanes. But the installation required drilling of a hole for each mirrow.

[DJ_Peanuts22]

Properly adjusted side mirrors should eliminate all blind spots.

EDIT: Here is an article on how to properly adjust mirrors.

http://www.caranddriver.com/features/how-to-adjust-your-mirrors-to-avoid-blind-spots

[MLVancouver]

I don't mean to hate on anyone, but I think the idea of a blind spot mirror is dumb, you should turn your head to look. When I see people with these oversized big HD reverse mirror, I cringe as well. Why do you need a mirror that big, do you want extra size so you can adjust your makeup while your driving? Properly adjusted mirrors in conjunction with your side mirrors and shoulder checking gives you the visibility you need to pull off any maneuver or parking. If you need these gadgets, you should look into learning how to drive or park first. Besides that, having a huge mirror just takes away from your visibility looking forward, the direction you probably are driving in more frequently and faster.

/rant.

[bembol]

I prefer the Mirrors at Canadian Tires. Looks much better, $2.99 for a 2-pack.



I do use it for parking in tight spot and for blind spots. I've been driving for almost 15 years and I hate turning my head/shoulders checks.

[MP3_SKY]

I only use those blind spot mirrors to back up and watch the lines on the floor. I have those Broadway back mirror as well, but I still turn my head and check.....takes not even a sec and avoid any accident to happen. Well worth it. :lol:

[Ebeniz]

Blind spot mirrors should be mandatory on all cars and trucks. It doesn't take away any of the safety from the car but it does add some safety features. Anyone that says they don't have blind spots are just fooling themselves. There's no way you can tell me you can see a motorcycle in your blind spot without turning your head. With blind spot mirrors you can do a quick check to see if there's anyone near you, then do a quick shoulder check before doing your lane change. With all the years of riding my motorcycle I've never been run off the road by someone with blind spot mirrors.

[moulamou]

I consider myself a good driver and do not believe that having blind spot mirror's means that i do not know how to do a blind spot check. It helps with many things as mentioned earlier such as seeing parking lines when backing up and doing a quick check to see if there is anything in your blind spot. I also use the mirrors when I am making a tight turn and want to see my back tires to make sure i am not riding over the curb or such.

I have always thought those mirrors should come standard on any vehicle. OP, I bought mine from Canadian tire for $5 for both. They were 3 inches in diameter and have served me well for the past 3 years on my current car.

[AnotherCanuck]

Blind spot mirrors should be mandatory on all cars and trucks. It doesn't take away any of the safety from the car but it does add some safety features. Anyone that says they don't have blind spots are just fooling themselves. There's no way you can tell me you can see a motorcycle in your blind spot without turning your head. With blind spot mirrors you can do a quick check to see if there's anyone near you, then do a quick shoulder check before doing your lane change. With all the years of riding my motorcycle I've never been run off the road by someone with blind spot mirrors.

The problem is people think blindspot mirrors substitute doing shoulder checks.

I have one blindspot mirror on my right mirror to assist when parking, and that's it. I still do full shoulder checks all the time and so should everyone.

Edit: Right, not left.

[Anonymouse]

If you have a Volkswagen/Audi car, you can get some nice factory blind spot mirrors at ECS Tuning. I ordered some last week; installation is supposed to be easy.

[sandikosh]

I don't trust people with blind spot mirrors. I trust the mirrors.

I trust no one. Mirrors or no mirrors. A bad driver is a bad driver. The more a driver has to rely on gadgets, the lesser their skills.

[Poulet]

Blindspot mirrors are there to help compensate for the lack of driving skills.

[ottofly]

Blindspot mirrors are there to help compensate for the lack of driving skills.

You've obviously never driven a Matrix/Vibe before so therefore you can be forgiven for being ignorant.

[Poulet]

Lol

[mmretlol]

I've been driving for almost 15 years and I hate turning my head/shoulders checks.

Good lord.


OP: If its a car that is sold in continental Europe or some form you can get the (far, far superior IMHO) aspherical mirrors, but it'll cost you.

Example here
http://www.communityhosting.net/Jetta/images/aspherical_mirror.jpg

Advantage is that its integrated (so no "breaks" in the image) and its only curved along one axis (vertical axis curved is pretty useless, just creates more unnecessary distortion)

Disadvantage is that they're much more expensive, not always available, and require removing the original glass to install. You could sell the originals though (may even come close to breaking even).

[EN4]

You could look into the Broadway mirrors in convex or flat. They just clip on to your rear-view.

I also use this mirror (270mm I think). I adjust it to see out the back window and the 2 right side windows (right blind spot). I also use circle adjustable mirrors sold at Canadian Tire/Part Source. Stick them on the side mirrors, which allows me to see left & right blind spot and parking lines/sidewalk when I park. I use these mirrors for safety and to prevent damage to rims when parking.

But it depends on the vehicle you drive. If you have blind spot detection sensors and 4 cameras showing the area around your car and active collision-avoidance system you can probably skip the mirrors and boast about your skillful driving on RFD. :D

[sandikosh]

I consider myself a good driver and do not believe that having blind spot mirror's means that i do not know how to do a blind spot check. It helps with many things as mentioned earlier such as seeing parking lines when backing up and doing a quick check to see if there is anything in your blind spot. I also use the mirrors when I am making a tight turn and want to see my back tires to make sure i am not riding over the curb or such.

I have always thought those mirrors should come standard on any vehicle. OP, I bought mine from Canadian tire for $5 for both. They were 3 inches in diameter and have served me well for the past 3 years on my current car.

If you just turn your head towards the back when reversing in, you can see the lines. Apparently you are one of many drivers who wave "thanks" to the pedestrians and drivers who stopped to let you out because you couldn't see them in your mirror. IMO, you give yourself too much praise. In 3 years of driving, you should be able to "judge" distances between your car and other objects without a need for a mirror.

[Anonymouse]

OP: If its a car that is sold in continental Europe or some form you can get the (far, far superior IMHO) aspherical mirrors, but it'll cost you.


Those are the ones available for VAG group cars at ECS Tuning I was talking about. They are $120 for a factory set, and $75 or so for blue-tinted knockoffs.

No idea if they are legal, but I bought them anyway. Installation takes 30 seconds - snap the old glass off, connect the heater wires, snap new glass on.

[JohnB]

Blind spot mirrors should be mandatory on all cars and trucks. It doesn't take away any of the safety from the car but it does add some safety features. Anyone that says they don't have blind spots are just fooling themselves. There's no way you can tell me you can see a motorcycle in your blind spot without turning your head. With blind spot mirrors you can do a quick check to see if there's anyone near you, then do a quick shoulder check before doing your lane change. With all the years of riding my motorcycle I've never been run off the road by someone with blind spot mirrors.

I agree with this.

YES you should adjust your mirros and always signal, shoulder check, visual check, aligln mirrors, yeah we know.

But special mirrors can *help* its just something extra that may help you that one time. Like in the summer on the highway I drive with my windows down a bit. I can hear cars around me, it helped me once from someone in my blind spot I did not see. Granted this was only one time, nothing happened, but it all helps.

Same as most modern cars have beep assist when backing up like radar in bumper. That helps too, why not. Dont need it, but it helps for that one day you are off.

[lildevilx]

if you really want to get one, just get a cheap one at canadian tires and it does the job....
but even if you get one, you should also still actually check your blind spot...

i always check both my mirror and turn my head for the blind spot

its quite funny tho, there was once i missed a car because my bind spot had another bind spot ;o (damn mazda2)
so always check what ever you have available! :)

[world25]

if you really want to get one, just get a cheap one at canadian tires and it does the job....
but even if you get one, you should also still actually check your blind spot...

i always check both my mirror and turn my head for the blind spot

its quite funny tho, there was once i missed a car because my bind spot had another bind spot ;o (damn mazda2)
so always check what ever you have available! :)


Thanks for the replies.

Currently, I set my car mirrors (rear, left mirror, right mirror) to the point where there are no blind spots. The left and right mirrors doesn't see the body of my car at all. The only problem is that if I am driving below 10 mph and if I am trying to switch to the right lane (where there are cars bumper to bumper). I find it a bit hard to judge if the car is going to let me in because my left/right mirrors no longer see the body of my car & rear bumper. I could see the other car there but it's hard to judge if the other driving is going to let me in. Unless I set my left/right mirrors so i can see a bit of my car.

[Voltex]

Thanks for the replies.

Currently, I set my car mirrors (rear, left mirror, right mirror) to the point where there are no blind spots. The left and right mirrors doesn't see the body of my car at all. The only problem is that if I am driving below 10 mph and if I am trying to switch to the right lane (where there are cars bumper to bumper). I find it a bit hard to judge if the car is going to let me in because my left/right mirrors no longer see the body of my car & rear bumper. I could see the other car there but it's hard to judge if the other driving is going to let me in. Unless I set my left/right mirrors so i can see a bit of my car.

Why would you adjust the mirrors to see your blind spot at the cost of not being able to see who's in the next lane.....?

[Ebeniz]

Thanks for the replies.

Currently, I set my car mirrors (rear, left mirror, right mirror) to the point where there are no blind spots. I find it a bit hard to judge if the car is going to let me in because my left/right mirrors no longer see the body of my car & rear bumper.

That's called a blind spot. It's impossible to not have a blind spot with OEM mirrors.

[AnotherCanuck]

Why would you adjust the mirrors to see your blind spot at the cost of not being able to see who's in the next lane.....?

It's the proper way to set your mirrors. And you can still see cars in the lane over. If you can see the side of your car in your side mirrors, you're doing it wrong.

The way most people have their side mirrors set, they're simply looking at the exact same thing they see in their rearview mirror. This is pointless and wrong.

Your mirrors should be adjusted so that as a car approaches you from one side, it appears in your rearview and continues on into your side-mirror (with only a slight overlap for reference).

This does not completely eliminate the blind spot though, shoulder checks are still necessary. It simply widens your field of vision and shifts the blind spot a bit so you don't have to crank your head around as much.

[MLVancouver]

It's the proper way to set your mirrors. And you can still see cars in the lane over. If you can see the side of your car in your side mirrors, you're doing it wrong.

The way most people have their side mirrors set, they're simply looking at the exact same thing they see in their rearview mirror. This is pointless and wrong.

Your mirrors should be adjusted so that as a car approaches you from one side, it appears in your rearview and continues on into your side-mirror (with only a slight overlap for reference).

This does not completely eliminate the blind spot though, shoulder checks are still necessary. It simply widens your field of vision and shifts the blind spot a bit so you don't have to crank your head around as much.

I always set my mirrors so I can see a small sliver of the side of my car. Works for me.

[ToNIX]

I always set my mirrors so I can see a small sliver of the side of my car. Works for me.

Works until you try the other way. Takes a few days to get used to it and you'll realize it's way better.

[world25]

I just came back from Canadian Tires and purchased 2 inch diameter blind spot mirror.

Does anyone know if the sticky part for the blind spot mirror will damage my existing mirrors upon removal?