1968–1979 Mirror to Door Mount Nut – Weld-On Mirror Receptacle – 111857517C - OEM Number(s) (111-857-517-C)
Secure Your Mirror the Right Way—Every Time You Close the Door
This Side View Mirror to Door Mount Nut is the interior anchor that gives your exterior mirror something to grip. If your mirror flops, rattles, or falls off when you shut the door, this nut is probably missing or stripped. Designed to weld—or epoxy—inside the door, it restores a factory-secure mounting point for your mirror’s threaded stem. A must-have for anyone installing new mirrors or repairing door sheet metal.
Features
• Bare metal nut installs inside door skin for mirror thread anchoring
• Accepts standard 10mm x 1.5 threaded mirror stem
• 24mm height x 11mm thickness
• Tri-tab form allows for welding or adhesive installation
• Exact OE-style replacement for lost, rusted, or broken nuts
Fitment
• Fits 1968–1977 Standard Beetle (Sedan and Convertible)
• Fits 1971–1979 Super Beetle
• Fits 1968–1979 Type 2 Bus
• Fits 1968–1974 Type 3 (Notchback, Fastback, Squareback)
• Fits 1969–1974 Karmann Ghia
• Fits 1973–1974 Thing (usable with correct mirror bracket)
Tech Notes
• VW OE Part Number: 111-857-517C
• Accepts 10mm x 1.5 threaded mirrors
• Can be MIG welded or JB Welded for less invasive install
• Install mirror loosely before final bonding to ensure correct angle
Because Details Matter
Exterior mirrors don’t mean much without a solid foundation. This OE-style nut restores proper mirror mounting by providing a secure threaded anchor inside the door. Whether you're restoring or repairing, this small part solves a big problem with one confident fix.
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 111-857-517-C
- 111857517C
- 133-000
- 133000
- 686420271598