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Posted by: moost Jan 14 2018, 08:55 PM
Anyone know where I can buy these mirrors? Can't find them online.
Posted by: Larmo63 Jan 14 2018, 08:59 PM
Please don't put these on a 914.
Posted by: moost Jan 14 2018, 09:18 PM
Please don't put these on a 914.
Only temporary
Posted by: bigkensteele Jan 14 2018, 10:44 PM
Please don't put these on a 914.
Only temporary
Temporary would be too long.
Posted by: bdstone914 Jan 14 2018, 10:52 PM
Please don't put these on a 914.
Only temporary
The holes you have to drill for installation will not be temporary.
Posted by: 1adam12 Jan 14 2018, 11:04 PM
I guess I have an ugly duckling mirror set too. Came installed on my '72 and the first thing I noticed was that the mounting set up is totally different than the originals. Oh Well...least of my troubles with this car.
Posted by: Nacho Jan 14 2018, 11:09 PM
Looks like 2nd generation Camaro. Even the Chevy guys don't like them.
Posted by: moost Jan 15 2018, 12:07 AM
Looks like 2nd generation Camaro. Even the Chevy guys don't like them.
Oh come on... they're not THAAAATTTT bad...
Posted by: Robnxious Jan 15 2018, 10:00 AM
A lot of times, when we get our first 914, we have NO clue as to the mirror type. I remember getting mine really starting to look nice (buffed out the tires, new interior, wrap job) and took it to my mechanic, who's an old school 914 guy.
After telling me how nice he thought my car looked, he adds "Lose the F&$*ing mirrors".
Posted by: Cairo94507 Jan 15 2018, 10:27 AM
Sorry, those remind me of cheap auto parts store mirror back in the 80's. Not a good look for a 914 at all. Please swap them out as soon as possible.
Posted by: johnhora Jan 15 2018, 02:04 PM
moost....
Did you see these forsale...Baby Turbos
similar look to the later 911,944 etc
not too bad for a 914 if you want larger temporary mirrors
http://914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=322595
Posted by: Larmo63 Jan 15 2018, 03:16 PM
Almost all aftermarket (non Porsche) mirrors need to be put in a big pile and set on fire.
(Or, send them to Cuba)
Posted by: johnhora Jan 15 2018, 04:00 PM
Larmo63 I agree.. but for some reason a few folks just like the big ole flag things...
A Durant or Talbots is the only thing that may look as good as the original mirrors
Like on this 914-8 
Posted by: Morrie Jan 15 2018, 04:48 PM
I have used these in the past as temporary fitment because they have adjustable slots in the base and fit most existing mounts on the 911 and 914. they are inexpensive and minimalist giving a semi stock appearance, and at 11 buck you can throw it in the trash when you have a permanent solution.
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/fit-system-4100/body---trim-16771/replacement-mirror--universal--17608/k-source-fit-system-replacement-mirror/1401/4402970/1976/porsche/914
Posted by: Front yard mechanic Jan 15 2018, 07:20 PM
I have a pair I'll dig them out tomorrow and send some pictures Vitionis I believe
Posted by: moost Jan 15 2018, 11:29 PM
moost....
Did you see these forsale...Baby Turbos
similar look to the later 911,944 etc
not too bad for a 914 if you want larger temporary mirrors
http://914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=322595
not a fan of big mirrors to be honest. i got 20 dollar temporary mirrors before i head out and pick up originals from a parts car.
Almost all aftermarket (non Porsche) mirrors need to be put in a big pile and set on fire.
(Or, send them to Cuba)
I agree.
I have used these in the past as temporary fitment because they have adjustable slots in the base and fit most existing mounts on the 911 and 914. they are inexpensive and minimalist giving a semi stock appearance, and at 11 buck you can throw it in the trash when you have a permanent solution.
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/fit-system-4100/body---trim-16771/replacement-mirror--universal--17608/k-source-fit-system-replacement-mirror/1401/4402970/1976/porsche/914
Thanks, I just bought these. They look better than the black ones i had on there atleast.
Posted by: ConeDodger Jan 16 2018, 11:09 AM
They aren’t Vitalonis.
I have a set on my 240Z.
Make me an offer + shipping and write me a short essay explaining why you would do that to a 914... 
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Posted by: Perry Kiehl Jan 16 2018, 04:04 PM
I always thought the Toranado mirrors looked good. I've even seen ones that were partially painted body color, which I also thought looked good.
Posted by: larryM Jan 17 2018, 01:08 PM
they look a lot like ford Pinto mirrors
had a set of 'em long ago - forget what they ended up on
get 'em on ebay
https://www.ebay.com/b/Vintage-Car-Truck-Exterior-Mirrors-for-Ford-Pinto/140707/bn_21072944
Posted by: marksteinhilber Jan 17 2018, 02:23 PM
My dad had those mirrors on his 66 Toronado and then a 66 LeMans in the early seventies. They were definitely an aftermarket item. Maybe from JC Whitney... I still like them on 60's and 70's vintage American cars. I prefer stock 914 mirrors or VItaloni baby tornados, or 911 flag mirrors for a more vintage look. Never liked Mustang mirrors (for Larmo)
Posted by: moost Jan 18 2018, 12:22 AM
They aren’t Vitalonis.
I have a set on my 240Z.
Make me an offer + shipping and write me a short essay explaining why you would do that to a 914...
Nice 240. I wanted one and ended up with a 914 instead
Those mirrors look a little better on a 240
Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Jan 18 2018, 03:29 PM
moost....
Did you see these forsale...Baby Turbos
similar look to the later 911,944 etc
not too bad for a 914 if you want larger temporary mirrors
http://914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=322595
Not baby turbos. Baby tornados.! I have baby turbos on my car. Love them. Near the same size as stock, uses original holes, but require some modification to set level
http://www.talbotco.com/vitaloni_mirrors.html
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