Improving Vision: Avanti Rear View Mirror Relocation and Replacement Guide
Struggling to see what's behind you in your Avanti? The combination of a tiny original mirror, a low-mount position, and the classic "Avanti Rake" creates a notorious blind spot for drivers. In this guide, Dan Booth explores the evolution of the Avanti mirror from the 1.5-inch Studebaker originals to the modern 1980s Day/Night versions.
Learn the "Specialist’s Secret" for safely removing the original mirror base using a propane torch and vise grips—a method Dan has used for over 50 years without breaking a single windshield. Discover how to correctly install the New Avanti Mirror (Part #1750632) in the superior top-mount position for a night-and-day difference in visibility. Best of all, this high-visibility upgrade is completely reversible for owners who demand total factory authenticity.