BLIS retrofit???

[Alloye]

BLIS is alright, but I find the cross-traffic alert that's part of the same system to be far more valuable.

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[Br725]

I really liked BLIS, not a huge fan of the two piece glass mirrors. My first 2015 had BLIS and I preferred it to the two piece at first, but they're starting to grow on me.

 

[PhillMcKraken]

I just cant trust the electronics, when the mirrors work perfectly well. I don't trust it with motorcycles, I am too paranoid to risk switching lanes without being able to physically see for myself.

I also happen to like the look as well.

 

[hawkbox]

The seat mem, and other little options that come with that package are a must have for me - you miss them if not there imo...

 

[Rough Hollow Man]

The BLIS system was not offered on the V-6 vert. So the base convex mirrors reflect the added money remaining in my wallet by not having this option. Had BLIS been offered on the V-6 vert, then I would have it. I have a similar system on a Mazda and it works well. I have gotten used to the simplicity of the two-mirrors though.

 

[TMAN1985]

I love the BLIS. It works perfectly, and picks up, motorcycles, and cars that are traveling much faster than you, it warns you ahead of time.

 

[kaido]

My wife drives my car sometimes, and I think it would be a good tool. Is it possible to retrofit my car with BLIS?

Yes, there's a third-party system for $319 from Goshers. Sonics sells it:

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_70774_GOSHERS-BSDS-003016P.html

It has a nice visible quarter-sized visual indicator on each side:

[ame]

If you're concerned for her safety (and for the car), you can also buy those backup sensor beeping systems for pretty cheap. Here's one for like twenty bucks on Amazon that has an LED distance bar:

http://www.amazon.com/Esky-Display-Vehicle-Reverse-Parking/dp/B00R22TJN8/

There's all kinds of interesting aftermarket safety systems available. Like if you're worried about her scuffing the wheels on curbs, they have piping systems for that, and you can even choose the color:

http://www.rimbladesusa.com/

All depends on how much you want to spend & how much you want to cut up & customize your car

 

[MikeyPee]

Yes, there's a third-party system for $319 from Goshers. Sonics sells it:

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_70774_GOSHERS-BSDS-003016P.html

It has a nice visible quarter-sized visual indicator on each side:



If you're concerned for her safety (and for the car), you can also buy those backup sensor beeping systems for pretty cheap. Here's one for like twenty bucks on Amazon that has an LED distance bar:

http://www.amazon.com/Esky-Display-Vehicle-Reverse-Parking/dp/B00R22TJN8/

There's all kinds of interesting aftermarket safety systems available. Like if you're worried about her scuffing the wheels on curbs, they have piping systems for that, and you can even choose the color:

http://www.rimbladesusa.com/

All depends on how much you want to spend & how much you want to cut up & customize your car

Interesting, but I wanted something integrated into the side mirror.

 

[kaido]

Interesting, but I wanted something integrated into the side mirror.

Hmm. I haven't seen a third-party solution for side-mirror integration. You may be able to go the DIY route by ordering the replacement parts from Ford. That's what I did with my previous car (Kia Soul) - the manual transmission model is only sold in base (with no features) & I really wanted cruise control; the electronics were already there, all it needed was a cord & the plastic button piece for the steering wheel to work.

Depends on where the electronic systems live...in the case of the cruise control, I first ordered the buttons ($35) and then discovered I also needed a special cord ($85) and then everything worked, so it might take some detective work. May be worth contacting your local Ford parts department to see what's available.

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