S2 indicator lens
Discussion
BMW E30 lenses can work but a far easier and neater solution is the Nissan Terrano. Complete assembly fits and looks right, provide you fit a matched pair of course. The assembly is 'handed' but it doesn't matter on the S as the lens can be turned over. They are still coming up reasonably regularly on ebay. Price about £30 but that is for a complete unit so you get a new reflector and bulb holder as well. Here is one https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-1-X-Nissan-terrano-...f:0
The BMW and Nissan lenses look good but the only problem with these replacement lenses is that they don’t catch the edge of the rubber bumper strip the way the originals do.
I cut some broken indicator lenses down to fit inside the recess and then made covers with 5mm amber acrylic the same size and shape as the originals. They have passed 5 MOTs since and are still intact.
I cut some broken indicator lenses down to fit inside the recess and then made covers with 5mm amber acrylic the same size and shape as the originals. They have passed 5 MOTs since and are still intact.
Edited by lewdon on Tuesday 27th November 21:25
lewdon said:
the only problem with these replacement lenses is that they don’t catch the edge of the rubber bumper strip the way the originals do
I've always thought the way the original lenses overlap the bumper and trim was a real bodge, but that's a neat way to keep the original looks.Things have improved for S owners in the last 10 years or so with alternatives, plus that very neat acrylic work-around above (top marks!)
About 10 years ago I sold a pair of brand new boxed indicators on ebay and they eventually went for something like 270 pounds for the pair! It nearly got to the point at one stage where it was cheaper and easier/quicker to buy a complete Sherpa Van if it had good indicators on it!
About 10 years ago I sold a pair of brand new boxed indicators on ebay and they eventually went for something like 270 pounds for the pair! It nearly got to the point at one stage where it was cheaper and easier/quicker to buy a complete Sherpa Van if it had good indicators on it!
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