How big a PITA is retrofitting an aftermarket mirror

[GeoffInRoyalOak]

Hello Cognoscenti,

I have an 01 E53, plain jane mirror, no self-adjusting functions. I once had an X3 with the compass feature and often miss it, plus it would be great to get a rear parking cam. Has anyone retrofitted a mirror like this to their X5?

https://www.mastertailgaters.com/pro...iABEgJEjvD_BwE

I foresee two challenges with installation: adapting the OEM mirror mount, and cleanly getting power/data to it.

Any anecdotes to share?

Cheers,
Geoff

[wpoll]

There's been several threads about this mod over the years - here's one: -

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...ew-mirror.html

[GeoffInRoyalOak]

Thanks again, Wayne, the previous posters give me optimism that the upfit should work.
Cheers,
Geoff