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Has anyone put 2012 taillights in a 2010?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Joe-G, Mar 7, 2013.

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  1. Joe-G

    Joe-G Member

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    I like the looks of the 2012 taillights better than the 2010.

    Has anyone swapped them? Is it a direct swap? Any leads on a place to get them at a good price?

    Thanks in advance.
     
    #1 Joe-G, Mar 7, 2013
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    Yes and yes.

    IMO if you're going to bother to upgrade them, it's best to get full LED taillights like Valenti, Spec-D, etc. Really makes your Prius stand out compared to stock lights.
     
    #2 32kcolors, Mar 7, 2013
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    I agree with the above post.
     
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    Being new to the Prius world (but not to the modding world), do you have a link or suggestion? I don't know of these companies. Thanks.:)
     
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    But doesn't the overall build quality suffer with these aftermarket parts? I've read about some folks with these having issues with condensation build-up issues and just the overall impression being that it's a cheap knockoff with full LEDs.
     
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    No reported condensation build-up or other issues with the vast majority of 100+ PriusChat members who've bought Valenti or Spec-D taillights. There have been a few bad apples out of the box with shipping damage, bubbling, etc. (exchangeable under warranty) but that's expected for any products.

    Some of Reiver products did suffer from condensation build-up issues (hence why Panson stopped carrying them). You just need to do your research and select aftermarket parts with near OE quality. The Valenti lights aren't cheap at $400.
     
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    I might be slow, but I cannot find taillights for the prius on the SPEC-D link.
     
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    You probably looked in the Taillight section instead of LED Taillight section.
     
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    I've had my valenti's for almost a year now & haven't had any issues on my 2012
     
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    Those look nice but the website is missing an important piece of information, price and how to order!

    Make it easy to say yes. That is my mantra.
     
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    Good to know
     
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    I know this is an old thread, but does anyone have a price on the OEM replacement taillights for 2012+?
     
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    FWIW, I'm really disappointed with my Spec-D lights. The passenger side brake light is dim to the point that you can't see it.
     
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    I like the look of the stock 2012+ taillights the best.
     
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    The PIP or the classic Prius?

    VS980 4G ?
     
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    I too am considering replacing my 2010 tailights with a stock OEM 2012 tailight. 100% direct fit yes?
     
    #20 nicoj36, Mar 3, 2014
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