USDM vs EDM Headlight Quality
#1
USDM vs EDM Headlight Quality
When I had my PT Cruiser, a lot of owners felt that the North American headlights were good, but the European headlights were even better. I've sold my PT Cruiser and ordered a Fit.
Seeing members talk about the less-than-impressive Fit headlight quality, it makes me wonder if the Euro Jazz headlights are A) the same physical headlamp as the U.S. models and B) if their reflectors have a better light pattern for LH-drive models compared to what we get here. Apparently Euro spec headlights are legal in Canada, which is one avenue to find them if they're desirable.
Any ideas?
Seeing members talk about the less-than-impressive Fit headlight quality, it makes me wonder if the Euro Jazz headlights are A) the same physical headlamp as the U.S. models and B) if their reflectors have a better light pattern for LH-drive models compared to what we get here. Apparently Euro spec headlights are legal in Canada, which is one avenue to find them if they're desirable.
Any ideas?
#2
IMO, it's not the headlights, but the fact that they tend to be poorly aimed from the factory (my high beams were pointed at the ground in front of the car). A few minutes at night on a level road with a wrench or a screwdriver and I'm quite happy with the headlamps now.
#3
When I had my PT Cruiser, a lot of owners felt that the North American headlights were good, but the European headlights were even better. I've sold my PT Cruiser and ordered a Fit.
Seeing members talk about the less-than-impressive Fit headlight quality, it makes me wonder if the Euro Jazz headlights are A) the same physical headlamp as the U.S. models and B) if their reflectors have a better light pattern for LH-drive models compared to what we get here. Apparently Euro spec headlights are legal in Canada, which is one avenue to find them if they're desirable.
Any ideas?
Seeing members talk about the less-than-impressive Fit headlight quality, it makes me wonder if the Euro Jazz headlights are A) the same physical headlamp as the U.S. models and B) if their reflectors have a better light pattern for LH-drive models compared to what we get here. Apparently Euro spec headlights are legal in Canada, which is one avenue to find them if they're desirable.
Any ideas?
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#6
I found the Fit's headlights to be wonderful, especially for an economy car. My previous car was a 1988, and I was shocked how much better the new technology is. The old car was downright scary at night in the rain.
It would be interesting to know if the Euro market lights are any different.
It would be interesting to know if the Euro market lights are any different.
#8
But they WILL NOT fit on our USDM cars without also buying new hood, fenders, bumper, and also supports I believe.
Lilaznphatboy did it for looks and JDM mystique, no doubt...and yeah, it looks awesome but it is pricey. Not worth it IMO if your only aim is to improve the headlights.
Lilaznphatboy did it for looks and JDM mystique, no doubt...and yeah, it looks awesome but it is pricey. Not worth it IMO if your only aim is to improve the headlights.
#9
But they WILL NOT fit on our USDM cars without also buying new hood, fenders, bumper, and also supports I believe.
Lilaznphatboy did it for looks and JDM mystique, no doubt...and yeah, it looks awesome but it is pricey. Not worth it IMO if your only aim is to improve the headlights.
Lilaznphatboy did it for looks and JDM mystique, no doubt...and yeah, it looks awesome but it is pricey. Not worth it IMO if your only aim is to improve the headlights.
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