Wing mirror glass replacement cost in Australia
By Duber, The Car Mirror Man · Car Mirrors Australia · Updated November 2026 · 17 min read
Short answer: wing mirror glass replacement in Australia starts from $135, fitted, and a fair price for plain glass is $135 to $180. Heated, dimming and blind-spot glass cost more, because they hold extras behind the surface [1][3]. The glass is cut for one side of one car, so the price follows the car and the extras, not the name on the mirror. If you wanted a replacement wing mirror glass price, this is the page that sets it out.
Anywhere in our five cities: we come to your home or work. Send a photo for a fixed price, or see our mobile mirror service.
Wing mirror, side mirror and door mirror all mean the mirror on the outside of your door. We cover the names in our guide to wing, side and rear-view mirrors. This guide is about money. You have a cracked or missing glass in a wing mirror, and you want to know what the replacement should cost, what is in the price and how to avoid paying for a part you do not need. Every figure here comes from our national price guide. If you want the full breakdown by vehicle, our side mirror replacement cost guide has it.
Where wing mirror glass sits among the four parts
The glass is one of four parts in a wing mirror. Here is how the four compare, and which one this guide prices.
What a wing mirror glass replacement is
The glass is the reflecting part of the mirror. It sits in the housing on a backing plate. When the glass cracks or falls out, the housing, the motor and the cover are often fine. A glass replacement swaps only the glass.
When we fit new glass we do not stick it on top of the old piece. We remove the old glass completely and fit the new glass into the backing, so it sits like a factory part.
That is why this job is the smallest repair a wing mirror can have, and why it carries the lowest price.
What wing mirror glass costs, in one table
These are the figures we work to. They match our national price guide, which is the single source for what we charge.
| What is replaced | Typical cost | When you need it |
|---|---|---|
| Mirror glass only | From $135 | This guide's job: cracked or missing glass in a sound housing. |
| Cover or housing | $150 – $300 | The coloured shell is damaged, but the glass is whole. |
| Whole mirror, plain | $200 – $350 | The mirror is off the door or hangs by its wiring. |
| Powered mirror | $350 – $500 | The mirror adjusts or folds by motor, or carries an indicator. |
| Blind-spot, camera or auto-dimming | $450 – $600+ | The glass or head holds a sensor, a lamp or a camera. |
The first row is the one this guide is about. For plain glass, a fair price is $135 to $180. If a quote for plain glass is higher, ask what is different about your car.
What is included in a glass price
A fair glass price covers more than the glass. Check that each of these is in the figure you are given.
A price that leaves one of these out is not the same price. Ask what is included before you compare two figures.
Why one wing mirror glass costs more than another
The glass is not a plain square of mirror. Modern wing mirrors can hold electric adjustment, a heating layer to clear the glass on cold mornings, a power-fold motor, and, on some cars, glass that dims to reduce glare [1]. Each of those changes the part.
A blind-spot warning adds another factor. On cars that have it, the warning is often shown in or beside the exterior mirror [3]. That light is part of the glass or the mirror head, so the replacement is not a plain one.
This is the main reason two cars can have different glass prices. It is not the name on the mirror. It is what sits behind the surface.
Plain, heated, dimming and blind-spot glass compared
Use this table to work out which glass you probably have. Look at your mirror in daylight.
| Glass type | What you will notice | How we price it |
|---|---|---|
| Plain glass | No light, no heater switch, no dim at night | From $135 |
| Heated glass | The glass defrosts on a cold morning | Quoted per vehicle |
| Auto-dimming glass | The glass darkens in bright headlights behind you | Quoted per vehicle |
| Blind-spot glass | A small light or symbol sits in the glass | Quoted per vehicle |
If your glass is not plain, send a photo and we confirm the part before we visit. We never order a part we have not matched to your car.
Driver side or passenger side
A car has two wing mirrors, and the glass is not the same. The passenger-side glass is usually curved outward. That gives a wider view, but it distorts the size and distance of what you see [2]. The driver-side glass is usually flatter.
When you ask for a price, name the side that broke. If you are not sure which is which, sit in the driver's seat. The mirror next to you is the driver side.
Some drivers prefer a flat glass on the passenger side because it makes distance easier to judge. We cover that choice on our convex to flat conversion page.
Glass prices on common Australian cars
Here is what glass starts at on the cars we see most, with the typical range for a whole mirror beside it. The whole-mirror figure only matters if the glass is not the only broken part.
| Vehicle | Glass only | Whole mirror |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | From $135 | $220 – $420 |
| Mazda 3 | From $135 | $240 – $450 |
| Hyundai i30 | From $135 | $230 – $430 |
| Nissan X-Trail | From $135 | $250 – $460 |
| Kia Sportage | From $135 | $240 – $470 |
| Toyota HiLux | From $145 | $260 – $480 |
| Ford Ranger | From $145 | $280 – $520 |
| Mitsubishi Triton | From $145 | $260 – $470 |
| VW Golf | From $145 | $260 – $490 |
| BMW, Mercedes or Audi | From $175 | $450 – $800+ |
Your car is not on the list? Glass is still from $135. For a whole mirror on any model not listed, the price is quoted per vehicle, because it follows the exact car, its year and what the mirror carries.
Glass only, or the whole mirror?
A cracked glass does not mean you need a new mirror. If the housing is whole and the mirror still adjusts, the glass alone is the fix. That is the gap between a glass price and a whole-mirror price.
| If this is true | Replace | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Glass cracked, housing whole, mirror adjusts | Glass only | The rest of the mirror works. |
| Cover scuffed or torn, glass fine | Cover only | The shell is a separate part. |
| Mirror hangs by its wires | Whole mirror | The mount or housing is broken. |
| Mirror will not fold or adjust | Motor or mechanism, then glass if needed | The fault is behind the glass. |
Our guide to replacing just the glass or the whole unit walks through this decision step by step.
What a quote should look like
A quote names the part, the side and the price. The Queensland Government describes a quote as a statement of the price at which a business will supply goods or services, and notes that accepting it forms a contract [5]. That is why a vague number is not a quote.
For glass, the quote should say which side, whether it is plain or has extras, and that the visit is included. Anything else is a gap to ask about.
Standards and what "made for your car" means
Rear vision mirrors in Australia are covered by a national design rule, ADR 14/02 [4]. You do not need to read the rule. You can ask whether the glass you are quoted is made for your car and your side.
The glass we supply is cut for the correct side of your car. We use genuine quality parts unless you ask for something else, and where an aftermarket glass exists we explain how it differs before you decide. Our guide on aftermarket versus genuine side mirrors covers the choice.
Should you claim on insurance?
The excess is the part of a claim you pay yourself, and your policy sets the amount [6]. Moneysmart notes that you generally pay an excess on a claim, and that a small repair can cost less than the excess [7].
Glass is the smallest wing mirror repair, so it is often below a typical excess. Check your own policy. We do not bill insurers. We give you an itemised invoice that you can use if you decide to claim.
| Job | Is a claim likely to pay? |
|---|---|
| Glass only | Compare the price with your excess first. A claim may pay nothing. |
| Cover | Compare the price with your excess first. |
| Whole mirror | It is more likely to be worth checking. |
| Blind-spot or camera mirror | It may be worth a call to your insurer. |
Your rights when you pay for a repair
Under the Australian Consumer Law, a service must be carried out with due care and skill [8]. The Queensland Government lists the same guarantees in plain English: due care and skill, a result that suits the purpose, and supply within a reasonable time [9].
On top of that, our work is backed by a written warranty. The terms are on our warranty page.
Fitting the glass yourself
Some people replace the glass themselves. It can be done, and we have a guide to replacing side mirror glass and a longer one on doing the whole job yourself.
Before you buy glass online, check the side, the car, and the extras. A glass that is close is not a glass that fits. A wrong part costs you a second purchase and a second trip.
If you would rather not take the risk, send us a photo. We name the part, give a fixed price and fit it.
Signs that glass alone is not the problem
Sometimes the glass is the only broken part. Sometimes it is a symptom. Look for these.
If any of these apply, tell us when you send the photo. We price the job that matches what is actually wrong. For fold faults, see our guide to power folding mirrors that stop working.
What to send for a glass price
A photo is enough. Here is what helps us name the glass.
One clear photo in daylight, showing the glass, the cover and any light.
One photo of the whole car, so we can see the body and the colour.
Driver or passenger.
It helps us confirm the part.
Send them through our instant quote page or call us. You get a named part and one price.
What happens on the day
Knowing the steps takes the mystery out of the price. A glass replacement follows the same short sequence each time.
Before we leave, we check the side, the car and the extras against your photo.
The glass is cut for your side of your car. We bring it with us.
We remove the old glass completely, including loose pieces. We do not stick new glass over old.
It is fitted into the backing, so it sits flush like a factory part.
We adjust the mirror and check any heating or light before we go.
You receive an itemised invoice. If you plan to claim, keep it.
Why wing mirror glass breaks
Glass rarely fails on its own. Something usually hits it. Knowing the cause helps you decide whether the glass is the whole story.
If someone hit your parked car, our guide on what to do when someone hits your parked car mirror covers the first steps. If the mirror was damaged on purpose, read what to do when a mirror is stolen or vandalised.
In every case, the first question is the same. Is it only the glass? That question sets the price.
Mistakes people make when they buy glass
A cheap glass that does not fit is the dearest glass of all. These are mistakes that cost people a second purchase and a second visit.
Each mistake costs a second purchase and a second visit. A photo to a specialist before you buy removes the risk.
A matching checklist for any glass
Whether you buy glass yourself or ask us to fit it, these are the points that decide whether a glass is right. Check each against your own mirror.
| Check | What to look at | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Side | Driver or passenger | Each side has its own curve. |
| Shape | The outline of the glass in the housing | A shape that is out by a little will not sit in the backing. |
| Heater | A heating switch in the car, or glass that defrosts on a cold morning | A heated glass needs the right connection. |
| Light or symbol | Anything glowing in the corner of the glass | It means a blind-spot or signal part. |
| Dimming | Glass that darkens at night | It is a different layer and a different part. |
| Car and year | Make, model and year | The shape can change between years. |
Take a photo of each point on your own mirror and you have most of a quote already.
Paint colour and glass
Glass has no colour to match. The housing around it does. If your cover is scuffed or cracked as well as the glass, the cover is a separate part with its own price, and it may need to match your paint.
Our guide on side mirror paint matching and colour codes explains how colour is matched. If only the glass is broken, none of this applies, and the job is the smallest one a mirror can have.
Why we price glass from a photo
A phone call tells us what you think is wrong. A photo shows us what is wrong. For glass, that difference is the price.
A photo shows the side, the shape, the extras in the corner and the state of the housing. From those we can name the part and give one price. That is why a glass quote from us is a fixed figure rather than a range of guesses.
If a photo does not settle it, we ask for another. We never order a glass we are not sure of.
What our customers tell us
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Every review quoted on this site is a real, verified customer review. We do not write them and we do not edit them.
Wing mirror pages for your city
If you want to see how we work in your city, these pages cover each one: wing mirror replacement in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide.
We cover five cities within the city limits. Outside them, we can ship the correct glass to you for local fitting.
We come to you in five cities
Every job is mobile. We drive to your home, your work or the car park the car is sitting in, and the mirror is fitted and tested before we leave.
Frequently asked questions
How much does wing mirror glass replacement cost?
Glass starts from $135, fitted. A fair price for plain glass is $135 to $180. Heated, dimming and blind-spot glass cost more and are quoted per vehicle.
Is wing mirror glass the same as side mirror glass?
Yes. Wing mirror, side mirror and door mirror all mean the mirror on the outside of the door, and the glass is the same part.
Can I replace just the glass in my wing mirror?
Often yes. If the housing is whole and the mirror still adjusts, the glass alone is the fix.
Why do two quotes for wing mirror glass differ?
The part can differ. Heating, dimming and a blind-spot light are built into some glass, so a plain quote and a feature quote are not the same part.
Does it matter which side broke?
Yes. The passenger-side glass is curved outward and the driver-side glass is flatter. Each side has its own part.
What should I send for a quote?
A clear photo of the mirror, a photo of the car, the side that broke and the year if you know it.
Do you charge a call-out fee?
No. The visit is part of the price.
Should I claim wing mirror glass on insurance?
Glass is often below a typical excess, so paying directly is common. We do not bill insurers, and we give you an itemised invoice.
Do you use genuine glass?
We supply genuine quality parts unless you ask for something else. Where an aftermarket part exists, we explain the difference first.
Do you replace the interior rear-view mirror?
No. We replace exterior side mirrors only.
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Sources
- SA move (RAA), Looking back at wing mirrors, 18 January 2024 — electric adjustment, defrosting glass, electric folding and auto-dimming glass on modern side mirrors — samove.raa.com.au/looking-back-at-wing-mirrors/
- SA move (RAA), Why objects in mirrors are closer than they appear, 31 March 2022 — why the passenger-side mirror is convex and how it distorts size and distance — samove.raa.com.au/why-objects-appear-closer-in-side-mirrors/
- RACV, Best car safety features and driver assist systems — blind-spot monitoring warns with a light in the driver's exterior side mirror — www.racv.com.au/royalauto/transport/cars/car-safety-features-technology.
- Australian Design Rule 14/02 — Rear Vision Mirrors, Federal Register of Legislation — www.legislation.gov.au/F2006L02663/latest/text
- Queensland Government, Getting quotes and signing contracts — a quote is a statement of the price at which a business will supply goods or services, accepting it forms a contract, and the advice is to get at least three written quotes before an expensive purchase — www.qld.gov.au/community/fair-trading/consumer-rights-complaints-and-sca
- ASIC Moneysmart, Excess (glossary) — the excess is the amount of a claim that you pay yourself, as set out in your policy — moneysmart.gov.au/glossary/excess
- ASIC Moneysmart, Claiming on your car insurance — you generally pay an excess on a claim, and a small repair can cost less than the excess — moneysmart.gov.au/car-insurance/claiming-on-your-car-insurance
- Competition and Consumer Act 2010, Schedule 2 (Australian Consumer Law) — consumer guarantees for goods and services — www.legislation.gov.au/C2010A00068/latest/text
- Queensland Government, Consumer guarantees for services — due care and skill, a result that is fit for purpose, and supply within a reasonable time, which depends on factors such as weather and availability of materials — www.qld.gov.au/community/fair-trading/consumer-rights-complaints-and-sca
Prices and information in this article are indicative only and reflect real quoted jobs at the time of publication. Costs vary with vehicle, part availability and features. Send a photo for an exact fixed price.
