Mitsubishi: 3000GT 1993 Tail Light Sockets

The tail light sockets on my '93 3000GT were badly corroded, and
wouldn't release the bulbs. In getting the bulbs out, I damaged the
sockets themselves. Now I need replacements. The dealer says that the
individual sockets are not available, and I must purchase the entire
tail light assembly for $195! That seems like a lot just to get two
sockets. Does anyone out there have any idea where I can get these
small, gray plastic sockets, other than a junk yard? Local parts
stores don't carry anything I can modify. FYI, Dodge Stealth parts
just might work.

TIA

Alan Fleer, Houston

do not buy the assembly.

Why do you not want to go to the junkyard for a replacement socket?
Thats what makes junkyards great... you can get decent quality products
very cheap. If it doesn't work, they will usually replace it.

An autoparts store should have a generic replacement piece... it is for
a bulb... the piece can't be very unique.