The challenging part in a restoration project is to source the original spare parts for our particular model or it could be mix and match by adapting from other models. If its rare means it is expensive, if its a famous choice among enthusiast, there will be a reproduction series of each spare parts and not so pricey.
In my case, its not rare and not a famous choice either to start a project. There is nothing special about KP30 compare to its cousin i.e Celica or Corolla with more aggressive body lines and powerful engine. KP30 is an entry level car, small and tiny suitable for city use and cheap.
Fender mirrors have various patterns and designs, I literally bought the wrong one in the first place where I thought it was all the same. The first set I received from the seller is a TE37 model. It looks too weird on my car because the stem is long.
TE37 fender mirror
Notice that the fender mirror is too tall. I submitted this picture in the Speedhunters instagram #speedhuntingwknd contest and I won in the first round :)
The winners!that me on the second one, although I never thought about it
The Gift for winning..thanks Speedhunters :)
I bought the second set from a different seller and ask for measurement to confirm I wont get it wrong this time. Its a KE25 fender mirror with a stem much shorter.
Prepared them for a paint job, I chose the grille and headlight housing to be mica black and silver scheme, and volks racing grey for the fender mirror and air vents.
Looks much neater and goes well with the body color
