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Old May 2, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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I have a 06 GS300 and the headlights have many small scratches on them. I was wondering if there was any where to buy new headlights other than Lexus. I dont care if they are aftermarket. I have heard of some getting them refinished but I'm worried they wouldn't turn out crystal clear.

This is my wife's car. This forum has really got me wanting to upgrade her car.
Just ordered a set of wheels. Should be in this week.

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Thanks ahead for the info.
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Old May 2, 2011 | 06:53 PM
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Maybe if its just foggy yes, you can recondition them but if there cracked yeah your gonna need a new light. Ebay has plenty all the time and there cheaper than any of the other sites we will give you. If you want OEM try mylexparts.com will be cheaper than lexus dealership.
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Old May 4, 2011 | 06:00 AM
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Having the headlights wet sanded & polished is your best bet. I have never done it on a 3GS, but a friend of mine was hit in his Acura MDX (also has completely clear headlights), and one of his headlights needed to be replaced. There was a very noticeable difference between the new and old headlight, but after a body shop wet-sanded and polished the older light they matched perfectly.

If it isn't that bad, there are DIY kits you can buy that are pretty good! Used one on my 2GS and was pretty impressed, not 100% like what a body shop can do, but it made a HUGE difference!
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Old May 4, 2011 | 06:09 AM
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if you want to buy a new light you can get them on ebay for about $300. keep in mind they are a pita to replace. you need to remove the front bumper to swap out lights. all lights are the same from 06 and up.
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Old May 4, 2011 | 06:49 AM
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or junk yard, should be cheaper than the dealer.
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