An external mirror includes an indicator light and a case with a
protruding portion whose outer face is arranged more outside than an
outer face of the indicator light. Even when the external mirror hits or
bumps against an obstacle, the protruding portion is the first and likely
only portion which hits or bumps against the obstacle thereby preventing
the indicator light from being damaged. Therefore, the indicator light
will have to be replaced less frequently, thereby reducing a burden on
the user. Typically, the protruding portion is provided below the
indicator light. Accordingly, the indicator light can be strongly
protected with respect to the contact from a lower side of the external
mirror, where there are generally a relatively large number/percentage of
obstacles. Preferably, the indicator light has a convex surface lens
which protrudes toward outside of the external mirror. Preferably, the
protruding portion has a ridge line between an upper face and a lower
face of the protruding portion.