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Old 03-03-2021, 01:25 PM
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Headlight lens replacement

Hello. New user here.
I have a 2011 Vantage N420 which has a cracked left headlight lens thanks to an inattentive driver (err, that'd be me!). I have got the lens off the light assembly thanks to an awesome post on here by MarcS and have read the numerous posts about how these things are a silly price and only sold as complete units.
My question is twofold: Has anyone ever managed to source a new (or undamaged used) headlight lens for these cars without replacing the entire assembly? Or, does anyone know if these cracks can be repaired (I'm reaching a bit here but perhaps using a laser)?
Many thanks
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Old 03-04-2021, 06:37 AM
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You're unlikely to be able to repair the crack, without disturbing the light passing through from the headlights, but hopefully someone that has replaced a light because of failing LEDs will be able to help out
 
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Old 03-04-2021, 08:32 AM
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Your best bet is to source some used headlamps and salvage it for parts.
 
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