[quote=UCGal]What popped out at me from the article was that the dealer charged $250 for a tail-light lense. It seems to be that should pay for the entire assembly.

And… IIRC, you replace the bulb from the inside not by taking the outside plastic lense off. But it’s been a few years since I’ve had to do it.[/quote]

Unfortunately, some of the tailight covers are really close to $200-$250. I know, it’s a ripoff, but that’s what stealers charge. Actually, your best friend is an auto recycler or a third party parts supplier. I wonder though…How did the dude break his cover? It’s pretty sturdy..I guess if you pry it with a screwdriver or something.