3rd Brake Light

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3rd Brake Light

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i'm thinking of adding a 3rd (Centre / high level) Brake Light to the GT.

There looks to be many options, but most seem to fix to the external, which i will not be doing.

I have found one item from a Jag XJ, that looks like it fits internally and at the similar rake for the rear screen. also have been looking round the car-park at work for 'modern' cars that i could use their solution.

so, question is, has anyone else ever fitted a 3rd Brake Light, if so what fits, or any ideas?

Thanks in advance...
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Fitted a universal 3rd brake light to inside of rear window
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That looks great, do you recall the make/model and how did / does it fix ?
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Hi
It is attached by sticky pads onto the rear screen, it was purchased from Ebay a few years ago but I don't know the make.
Best bet would be a search on Ebay or Amazon.
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Hi

Just saw this thread as have just purchased a Jaguar xj third brake light to fit at the top of the rear hatch. It works really well. I bought it new from David manners group - see pic.

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The jag one is what I spotted too, looks to be the correct size have you fitted it yet?
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Hi yes have fitted and does the job well
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One on order !! £25 from Manners...bargin! Thanks for your help...
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