The rear view mirror of a Mini looks great
when wrapped with a patriotic union jack or a chequered flag
decal. The decals are made from 10 year cast vinyl with a
matching high quality laminate. This type of vinyl can be heated
and stretched to fit the awkward shape of a rear view mirror.
The same vinyl is used to wrap entire vehicles.
Fitting the graphic to a Mini's interior mirror requires
patience. Due to the varying shapes of mirrors the vinyl has to
be trimmed to fit the mirror. The effort is well worth it as the
end result is superb. The trick is to go slowly, stop when the
vinyl might crease, apply heat and stretch the vinyl to remove
the creases. See below for a step by step guide.
Note: We cannot be held responsible for failed attempts to fit
these decals. Take your time so that you don't ruin the decal or
break your mirror.
How To Fit
1. Remove the rear view mirror from the car. Ensure the
mirror is clean, dry and grease free.
2. Carefully remove the mirror from the windscreen holder.
Alternatively to avoid the possibility of breaking the mirror
cut a small slit in the graphic.
3. Remove the decal from the backing paper.
4. Lay the vinyl centrally on the mirror. Use your fingers
to press the decal onto the surface of the rear of the mirror.
Take your time and continue until the decal cannot be fitted
without creasing.
5. Gently warm the vinyl with a hair dryer, do not use too
much heat or the decal could be ruined. Take your time and
proceed slowly. When the vinyl is heated pull it taught and
stretch out any creases. Carry on heating and rubbing the decal
onto the mirror bit by bit.
6. Once the mirror is wrapped, use a craft knife to trim off
the excess vinyl.
