Mercedes A-Class W177 mirror caps: the bull horn version
A mirror cap is the removable cover that encloses the mirror housing. This one abandons the original teardrop shape for a bull horn profile, with the point pulled forward, in the spirit of sporty A-Class mirrors. It fits over the original housing: no mirror removal, no painting, no recalibration of the electrical functions.
Why choose this Mercedes mirror cap
- Bull horn shape: the only truly noticeable visual break on the side of an A-Class, where an original-shaped cap only changes the color.
- Two finishes: gloss black or carbon look woven under varnish.
- Molded ABS: rigid and UV-treated, it does not turn white after a summer like raw plastic.
- Reversible installation: the original cap remains intact in a box, the car returns to its factory condition in ten minutes.
- Functions preserved: electric adjustment, folding, and defrosting continue to work, nothing is disconnected.
- Sold as a pair: driver side and passenger side, symmetrical.
Gloss black or carbon look mirror cap: which one
Gloss black remains the safest choice: it matches the night package and dark rims, and it ages well on a light-colored bodywork. The carbon look stands out especially on a dark car, where the weave catches the light from a three-quarter angle. It is not structural fiber but a woven film under varnish: the finish imitates fiber, the weight and price remain those of plastic. Frankly, it is an aesthetic choice, not a mass gain.
Technical specifications
Target models: Mercedes A-Class W177 and V177 sedan, CLA C118. The manufacturer announces the model years 2019 to 2025 according to sources: compatibility to be checked before installation by comparing the shape of the original housing with the photos. Material: molded ABS. Finishes: gloss black, carbon look. Quantity: 2 pieces, left and right. Mounting: integrated clips, no drilling. Condition: 100% new.
Installation and maintenance
Allow 15 to 20 minutes for both sides. Fold down the mirror, unclip the original cap starting from the bottom with a plastic spatula, then present the new cap and push until it clicks on each clip. Work above 15 °C: cold ABS becomes brittle. Then check the electric folding without load before getting back on the road. Maintenance: normal washing, and no abrasive polish on the carbon varnish that would mark the weave.
Frequently asked questions
How to remove a mirror cap without breaking it?
By unclipping from the lower edge with a plastic tool, never a screwdriver. The clips give way one by one, without forcing the entire cap.
Do you need to remove the mirror?
No. The cap comes off on its own, the mirror and its motors remain in place.
Does the repeater turn signal remain visible?
Yes, the opening of the side repeater is incorporated into the cap. Check its alignment before pushing in the clips.
Is the original paint damaged?
No, the cap fits over a plastic part. Clean the housing before mounting to avoid trapping sand.
Can it go through a high-pressure wash?
Yes, once the clips are properly engaged. Avoid directing the nozzle into the rear gap, which would act as a lever.
Two clips, a quarter of an hour, and the side of the A-Class changes its face without touching the bodywork.
Type: bull horn mirror caps
Compatibility: Mercedes A-Class W177 V177, CLA C118
Material: UV-treated molded ABS
Finishes: gloss black, carbon look
Quantity: 2 pieces, left and right
Installation: by clips, 15 to 20 minutes, without drilling
Condition: 100% New
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