Hit and run three weeks ago
04-07-2011, 12:16 PM
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Hit and run three weeks ago
A few weeks ago I decided, against my better judgment, to take the car out one night with a few friends to a neighbourhood pub for a few drinks. I don't normally take the Maxima anywhere that I am not in eyesight with it the whole time, and of course, the one time I do, some idiot, probably drunk, backs into the front driver's light smashing it. Here is a pic of the damage:
Now these aren't just the stock lights, but ones I retrofitted, and I have about 20-30 hours of custom work into the pair. Here is my thread on it: http://forums.maxima.org/3rd-generat...fit-build.html
I have since fixed the body/hood through insurance, but am now trying to source the glass from the 89-94 euro headlights to replace my smashed up one.
Unfortunately, it seems like they are no longer in production, and no one online has a set in stock. I have a WTB post in the classifieds section, and just wanted to write here in hopes of reaching a broader userbase to try and find them. If anyone has a set they aren't using or even just the driver's side, I would be forever grateful! This is what they look like:
Now these aren't just the stock lights, but ones I retrofitted, and I have about 20-30 hours of custom work into the pair. Here is my thread on it: http://forums.maxima.org/3rd-generat...fit-build.html
I have since fixed the body/hood through insurance, but am now trying to source the glass from the 89-94 euro headlights to replace my smashed up one.
Unfortunately, it seems like they are no longer in production, and no one online has a set in stock. I have a WTB post in the classifieds section, and just wanted to write here in hopes of reaching a broader userbase to try and find them. If anyone has a set they aren't using or even just the driver's side, I would be forever grateful! This is what they look like:
04-07-2011, 09:20 PM
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Ebay still has them, gonna cost you your left nut though. maybe ask if he'll sell one individually
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Maxim...Q5fAccessories
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Maxim...Q5fAccessories
04-09-2011, 04:35 AM
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A few weeks ago I decided, against my better judgment, to take the car out one night with a few friends to a neighbourhood pub for a few drinks. I don't normally take the Maxima anywhere that I am not in eyesight with it the whole time, and of course, the one time I do, some idiot, probably drunk, backs into the front driver's light smashing it. Here is a pic of the damage:
Now these aren't just the stock lights, but ones I retrofitted, and I have about 20-30 hours of custom work into the pair. Here is my thread on it: http://forums.maxima.org/3rd-generat...fit-build.html
I have since fixed the body/hood through insurance, but am now trying to source the glass from the 89-94 euro headlights to replace my smashed up one.
Unfortunately, it seems like they are no longer in production, and no one online has a set in stock. I have a WTB post in the classifieds section, and just wanted to write here in hopes of reaching a broader userbase to try and find them. If anyone has a set they aren't using or even just the driver's side, I would be forever grateful! This is what they look like:
Now these aren't just the stock lights, but ones I retrofitted, and I have about 20-30 hours of custom work into the pair. Here is my thread on it: http://forums.maxima.org/3rd-generat...fit-build.html
I have since fixed the body/hood through insurance, but am now trying to source the glass from the 89-94 euro headlights to replace my smashed up one.
Unfortunately, it seems like they are no longer in production, and no one online has a set in stock. I have a WTB post in the classifieds section, and just wanted to write here in hopes of reaching a broader userbase to try and find them. If anyone has a set they aren't using or even just the driver's side, I would be forever grateful! This is what they look like:
04-09-2011, 08:49 AM
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04-09-2011, 08:55 AM
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Ebay still has them, gonna cost you your left nut though. maybe ask if he'll sell one individually
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Maxim...Q5fAccessories
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Maxim...Q5fAccessories
That's why I figured maybe someone here might have a pair. I was thinking that when I originally bought them, I should buy two in case something like this happened, but what are the odds right?
Still holding out hope for the time being...
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04-09-2011, 09:38 AM
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Wow didn't know these were already drying up. I was planning on picking up a set of these for another future e36 conversion but with glass lenses instead of the plastic Wade covers.
I had no clue these would disappear. Shouldve acted sooner I guess
I had no clue these would disappear. Shouldve acted sooner I guess
04-09-2011, 09:30 PM
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ah i havent seen some on here for a while, i bought mine from a member in BC here, i think i paid $50 and theyre in great shape 
ive seen about 2-3 3rd gens at the junkyard with these in the last year
people say the clears give worse output than OEM headlights but ive gotten 2x better light from the clears, but my drivers headlight connector is screwed up so ive got one JDM yellow bulb in the passenger side lol
ive seen about 2-3 3rd gens at the junkyard with these in the last year
people say the clears give worse output than OEM headlights but ive gotten 2x better light from the clears, but my drivers headlight connector is screwed up so ive got one JDM yellow bulb in the passenger side lol
04-10-2011, 04:47 PM
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ah i havent seen some on here for a while, i bought mine from a member in BC here, i think i paid $50 and theyre in great shape
ive seen about 2-3 3rd gens at the junkyard with these in the last year
people say the clears give worse output than OEM headlights but ive gotten 2x better light from the clears, but my drivers headlight connector is screwed up so ive got one JDM yellow bulb in the passenger side lol
ive seen about 2-3 3rd gens at the junkyard with these in the last year
people say the clears give worse output than OEM headlights but ive gotten 2x better light from the clears, but my drivers headlight connector is screwed up so ive got one JDM yellow bulb in the passenger side lol
04-11-2011, 09:12 AM
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its hit or miss if they have Euro headlights, few 3rd gens there are modded but ive seen a few that had alot of work into them. now i wish i grabbed the Euro headlights because i didnt think they were getting rare
04-20-2011, 11:45 AM
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Well, after trying to source these from literally every place online as well as locally, I'm starting to lose hope.
I'm really hoping that someone on here is able to help. If someone either has a set for sale (I actually only really need the driver's side), or knows someone that does, or would be willing to sell theirs, please let me know. I would be willing to pay a good price as well as for all costs (shipping etc) and for your troubles.
I would really appreciate it!! This car means alot to me, and it's killing me right now every time I look at it. I know it's a long shot, but these forums and the 3rd gen community on here are absolutely great, and hopefully something works out.
Thanks in advance for all your guys' help.
-Mark
I'm really hoping that someone on here is able to help. If someone either has a set for sale (I actually only really need the driver's side), or knows someone that does, or would be willing to sell theirs, please let me know. I would be willing to pay a good price as well as for all costs (shipping etc) and for your troubles.
I would really appreciate it!! This car means alot to me, and it's killing me right now every time I look at it. I know it's a long shot, but these forums and the 3rd gen community on here are absolutely great, and hopefully something works out.
Thanks in advance for all your guys' help.
-Mark
04-20-2011, 11:59 AM
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I would recommend just putting in the stock lights for now and keep hammering on companies to get them in stock. Maybe some other .org members can call, too. If they get enough calls and emails, they should try to get more.
10 weeks (2.5 months) isn't a terrible wait on something.
Overall, the story sucks, but that's what happens sometimes. If it makes you feel any better, there is a guy at my work that has a 1957 Chevy Nomad. He bought it about 10 years ago, worked on it all this time, put tens of thousands of dollars into it and finally got it finished last year. This past summer he drove it about 300 miles to a Nomad meet, I think it was in Idaho or Montana. On the way back a deer jumped out in front of him and completely smashed the front, hood and windshield. He had put all that time and money into it, drove it less than 500 miles since finishing and now it is back in the shop. Luckily, he had insurance and lots of photos of the work. I think he said it was like $15k to fix it. When it gets done (again), I was going to take nice photos of it for him.
10 weeks (2.5 months) isn't a terrible wait on something.
Overall, the story sucks, but that's what happens sometimes. If it makes you feel any better, there is a guy at my work that has a 1957 Chevy Nomad. He bought it about 10 years ago, worked on it all this time, put tens of thousands of dollars into it and finally got it finished last year. This past summer he drove it about 300 miles to a Nomad meet, I think it was in Idaho or Montana. On the way back a deer jumped out in front of him and completely smashed the front, hood and windshield. He had put all that time and money into it, drove it less than 500 miles since finishing and now it is back in the shop. Luckily, he had insurance and lots of photos of the work. I think he said it was like $15k to fix it. When it gets done (again), I was going to take nice photos of it for him.
04-20-2011, 12:16 PM
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I would recommend just putting in the stock lights for now and keep hammering on companies to get them in stock. Maybe some other .org members can call, too. If they get enough calls and emails, they should try to get more.
10 weeks (2.5 months) isn't a terrible wait on something.
Overall, the story sucks, but that's what happens sometimes. If it makes you feel any better, there is a guy at my work that has a 1957 Chevy Nomad. He bought it about 10 years ago, worked on it all this time, put tens of thousands of dollars into it and finally got it finished last year. This past summer he drove it about 300 miles to a Nomad meet, I think it was in Idaho or Montana. On the way back a deer jumped out in front of him and completely smashed the front, hood and windshield. He had put all that time and money into it, drove it less than 500 miles since finishing and now it is back in the shop. Luckily, he had insurance and lots of photos of the work. I think he said it was like $15k to fix it. When it gets done (again), I was going to take nice photos of it for him.
10 weeks (2.5 months) isn't a terrible wait on something.
Overall, the story sucks, but that's what happens sometimes. If it makes you feel any better, there is a guy at my work that has a 1957 Chevy Nomad. He bought it about 10 years ago, worked on it all this time, put tens of thousands of dollars into it and finally got it finished last year. This past summer he drove it about 300 miles to a Nomad meet, I think it was in Idaho or Montana. On the way back a deer jumped out in front of him and completely smashed the front, hood and windshield. He had put all that time and money into it, drove it less than 500 miles since finishing and now it is back in the shop. Luckily, he had insurance and lots of photos of the work. I think he said it was like $15k to fix it. When it gets done (again), I was going to take nice photos of it for him.
My only concern with the lights is that if they are out of production. Almost every online place seems to have the same source in Taiwan, yet none are willing to provide contact information, or ETA for stock. I can only wait and hope at this point...
04-29-2011, 11:39 PM
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05-01-2011, 09:56 AM
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sorry chief no dice, all had OEM headlights.
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
05-03-2011, 02:15 PM
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sorry chief no dice, all had OEM headlights.
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
05-03-2011, 04:06 PM
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sorry chief no dice, all had OEM headlights.
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
except Camrys.
05-03-2011, 04:14 PM
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eh a Camry saved my **** once, it started to pour there and the closest cleanest car was a old Camry so i camped out in it for 15 minutes 
its just sad to see 510, RX3, 200sx, 240z, etc there. youre never gonna see cars like that again
its just sad to see 510, RX3, 200sx, 240z, etc there. youre never gonna see cars like that again
05-03-2011, 04:33 PM
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sorry chief no dice, all had OEM headlights.
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
still cant fathom though, one of the 91's was a GXE and it had a SE cluster swap and a 5spd swap. it had GXE rims, mirrors, tails, and no spoiler. pretty impressive since thats not done much here
early 80's 200sx with a Z engine swap, so much want lol. i cant believe people dump stuff like that at junkyards
and my Maxima went last month... so that would be maybe the only 5spd GXE that my local JY has ever had. to the trans isn't in it.. just the pedal/shifter/hydraulics.
05-03-2011, 06:08 PM
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