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30/12/2025 11:50 pm
The Stamp 1949 Buick Roadmaster fastback coupe in black with white interior.
This one is a real honey!
I am patiently waiting for it to come across the pond, but in the mean time, I have a question for the classic Buick experts (Richard Dube?)
The concept model pics show the drivers side door mirror mounted on the door under the drivers door window, but the produced model shows the drivers side mirror mounted on the A pillar.
This was obviously a deliberate change.
Which one is correct?
31/12/2025 12:58 am
I am glad you asked. I did some searching on internet and saw examples of both types of mounting.
Ed Davis
Inverness, Illinois, USA
Christopher Moroni reacted
31/12/2025 8:05 am
According to the http://www...The Stamp 1949 Buick Roadmaster fastback coupe in black with white interior.
This one is a real honey!
I am patiently waiting for it to come across the pond, but in the mean time, I have a question for the classic Buick experts (Richard Dube?)
The concept model pics show the drivers side door mirror mounted on the door under the drivers door window, but the produced model shows the drivers side mirror mounted on the A pillar.
This was obviously a deliberate change.
Which one is correct?
The side view mirror on the 1949 Buick Roadmaster was a dealer-installed accessory, not a standard factory-installed item.
Outside rearview mirrors were generally optional equipment during that era, and the installation was handled by the dealer or even the owner, often using a template provided by the manufacturer for the recommended placement. The driver's side mirror was an option, and the passenger side was even less common. Federal regulations did not mandate an outside driver-side mirror until 1965.
The dealer-installed mirrors often had specific design features, such as grooves in the arm that matched other 1949 Buick trim, identifying them as period-correct "factory accessory" parts rather than generic aftermarket items. The specific placement (e.g., on the door or fender) could vary based on the dealer's or buyer's preference, as well as the specific style of mirror chosen.
John Bono
North Jersey
31/12/2025 9:27 am
Congratulations on paying off the mortgage. That's a great feeling.
Beautiful model.
31/12/2025 9:41 am
Congrats Ben! See John's response - it's spot on. This (your ) Buick is fantastic!
John Bono and Tony Perrone reacted
31/12/2025 12:01 pm
@sizedoesmatter John, your response is right on. I will add that the most used type was the clamp on design that fit on the door edge. The advantage of that design was that it needed no holes to be drilled for installation.
31/12/2025 12:08 pm
@whodeytink Paying off the mortgage is a real milestone. Congratulations! Unfortunately the expenses continue such as property taxes, home owners insurance and maintenance. Well it is a step in the right direction.
31/12/2025 2:48 pm
@bob-jackman You're spot on, Bob. My natural gas is up 25% this year, electric up about 20%, insurance up 10% and now our county is doing reassessments in 2026 for property taxes. It's really out of control.
michaeldetorrice and Christopher Moroni reacted
31/12/2025 2:49 pm
"....the expenses continue such as property taxes, homeowners insurance and maintenance."
Yes, please tell me where to go for free water & electricity and I prefer "guaranteed for life" repairs. My favorite word is "convertible," but my favorite phrases are, "no action required," and "maintenance free." 😊
michaeldetorrice and Tony Perrone reacted
31/12/2025 2:51 pm
I will add that the most used type was the clamp on design that fit on the door edge.
I had a few myself.... that folding rubber protector piece was a Godsend! No damage, no holes, no problem "on & off!"
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31/12/2025 2:58 pm
The original authorized factory accessory outside mirror fort the '49 Buick was mounted on the door by the A pillar. It had trim lines in it to match the trim lines on top of the parking light housings on the front fenders. Here are some photos of instructions, placement and how it is on the car. Any other mirror was just the owners idea.
01/01/2026 12:44 am
The Stamp 1949 Buick Roadmaster fastback coupe in black with white interior.
This one is a real honey!
I am patiently waiting for it to come across the pond, but in the mean time, I have a question for the classic Buick experts (Richard Dube?)
The concept model pics show the drivers side door mirror mounted on the door under the drivers door window, but the produced model shows the drivers side mirror mounted on the A pillar.
This was obviously a deliberate change.
Which one is correct?
01/01/2026 1:18 am
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This specific Buick mirror accessory was used only for the Super and Roadmaster Sedan or Sedanette. It is the correct location. Never below the belt line.The original authorized factory accessory outside mirror fort the '49 Buick was mounted on the door by the A pillar. It had trim lines in it to match the trim lines on top of the parking light housings on the front fenders. Here are some photos of instructions, placement and how it is on the car. Any other mirror was just the owners idea.
The picture below shows a Buick accessory mirror for the Convertible and Riviera models. They were usually mounted higher on the chrome vent window frame. Stamp made a good decision to redesign that part before production.
They kept the same design up to the 1953 model year.
This post was modified 4 months ago 2 times by Richard Dube