Lexus Mirror Frame Replacement: Complete UK Buyer's Guide

When your Lexus wing mirror looks worn — faded paint, cracked plastic, or that sun-bleached grey that makes the car look tired — you don't need to replace the entire mirror assembly. Just the frame (also called the mirror cover or housing) gives you that fresh, factory look without the £200-400 dealer bill.

These replacement frames clip directly onto your existing mirror base. No wiring, no tools beyond a flat-head screwdriver, and 15 minutes of your time. The paint-matched finish means it looks OEM from day one.

This mirror frame design fits the following Lexus models from 2011 to 2018:

Lexus CT200h (2011-2018) — the most common fitment. If you own a CT, this is the exact part.

Lexus ES (2013-2018), IS (2013-2017), LS (2013-2017), GS (2012-2017), RC (2014-2018). Always double-check your mirror shape against the product photos — if your mirror has the same mounting points and curvature, it'll fit.

You can buy a single side (driver's/offside or passenger/nearside) or a matching pair. If one side is faded, the other isn't far behind — replacing both gives a symmetrical, fresh look.

Driver's side (UK = Right/Offside) — the side closest to the road centre.

Passenger side (UK = Left/Nearside) — the kerb side.

Most people replace both at once. The price difference is minimal, and your Lexus looks balanced.

Step 1: Park in good light, fold the mirror in. Clean the existing mirror surface with soapy water.

Step 2: Gently pry off the old frame. Start at the front edge with a plastic trim tool or flat-head wrapped in cloth. The clips release with a firm tug — don't force it, just work around the edges.

Step 3: Line up the new frame. The clips should align with the mirror base holes. Press firmly around the edges until you hear all clips click into place.

Step 4: Test it — unfold the mirror, give it a gentle shake. If it's solid, you're done. Total time: 10-15 minutes per side.

Lexus main dealer: £80-150 per side (part only), plus fitting if you're not DIY-ing. Total: £200-400.

Aftermarket OEM-spec: £30-50 per side, clip-on fitment. Total: £35-100 for both sides.

You're saving 70-80% for the exact same visual result. The aftermarket frames are moulded to the same specs — they just skip the Lexus badge and markup.

Fitting a replacement mirror frame is a driveway job rather than a garage one. Warm the old frame gently on a cold day so the clips flex instead of snapping, ease it off from the outer edge inward, and seat the new frame clip by clip until you hear each one engage. No tools beyond patience are usually needed, and the whole swap takes under ten minutes a side.

Before ordering, match your exact model year against the compatibility list on the product page, because mirror housings changed shape between generations. If your car sits between the listed ranges, check the housing profile against the product photos, the curve around the indicator strip is the quickest tell.

Once fitted, a new frame needs nothing more than the same wash routine as the rest of the car. Avoid solvent cleaners on the plastic, which can dull the finish, and the frame will keep its colour for years of UK weather. If the fit is not right for your car, free returns mean ordering the correct variant costs nothing but a few days.