Rearview mirror makes objects seem closer?
#1
12-15-2006, 03:48 PM
Rearview mirror makes objects seem closer?
I recently purchased a Fit for my wife. One of the things we both don't like is the way the rearview mirror makes objects seem closer than they really are. Not only that, but it actually gives me a headache looking at it. Are all of the Fit's rearview mirrors' like this?
#2
12-15-2006, 03:49 PM
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I'm not sure, but I did try to use the rear mirror to change lanes, and it's difficult. I think it might be because teh fit's not very good at rear visbility on the sides. When you look straight through the back, you are seeing what is behind through tunnel vision.
#5
12-15-2006, 10:42 PM
Rearview visibility is fair, MUCH better than some of the sub-compacts I looked at. I felt blind in some of them, the Pontiac Vibe being the worst to the point that I was concerned even looking over my shoulder. If visibility is a concern, and you dont typically have adult passengers in the rear, then remove the rear passanger side head rest. It made a huge difference for me when I glance over. And for those of us that dont remember driver's ed, you are supposed to look over your shoulder for lane changes, and not rely on the rear view mirror.
P.S. I see no magnification with mirror, same as all cars I've had. In fact I like it better than some.
P.S. I see no magnification with mirror, same as all cars I've had. In fact I like it better than some.
#6
12-15-2006, 11:43 PM
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Rearview visibility is fair, MUCH better than some of the sub-compacts I looked at. I felt blind in some of them, the Pontiac Vibe being the worst to the point that I was concerned even looking over my shoulder. If visibility is a concern, and you dont typically have adult passengers in the rear, then remove the rear passanger side head rest. It made a huge difference for me when I glance over. And for those of us that dont remember driver's ed, you are supposed to look over your shoulder for lane changes, and not rely on the rear view mirror.
P.S. I see no magnification with mirror, same as all cars I've had. In fact I like it better than some.
P.S. I see no magnification with mirror, same as all cars I've had. In fact I like it better than some.
#7
12-16-2006, 12:04 AM
Sorry my suggestion was little help. Visibility is going to be limited because of the tapering of the vehicle (see mullet). A reach would be what my friend did on another subcompact and that was toss the little convex mirrors (like you would use for towing) on the side mirrors. Its pretty unobtrusive and gives you tremendous range of viewing. Only thing I know of. Otherwise yell back and tell your passengers to duck!
#8
12-16-2006, 12:41 AM
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i don't think it's the mirror. You and your wife might not be used to looking out the rear of a hatchback? maybe
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