My situation and why it might matter to you..I have a Lexus that came with the notoriously fragile dash. Intense sun will turn it to dust. So, a dash mount is out. A CD player is out as it is too low and most top-mounted windshield mounts just look too gross for Lexus convertible. Beside the mega hassle and destructive option of a vent mount, or the highly dangerous and seriously dumb option of a cupholder-style mount I was left with few options.PROS:The long-length windshield-style mount allows me to set the base of the mount very low on the dash and bend it to be in a perfect position between the steering wheel, radio, and my face. The result is a very EFFECTIVE, SAFE, & HIGH mounting position. Additionally, since the windshield contact is attached by a kind of GLUE and not suction the hold is VERY strong. Being glass there is NO RISK of DAMAGE if it needs to be removed. The result is an ATTRACTIVE mount (as much as it can be I guess).Secondly. If you are concerned with the strength of the steel wire within the mount arm, don't be. It is QUITE stiff and able to handle a phone at length. Note: I did NOT use the additional dash support due to the damage adhesive would cause. Despite that at 14 IN of length my phone is steady and easy to use if I have to do so while driving.In summary, this turned out to be the PERFECT solution as well as being much less expensive than I would have paid for it. I recommend it - you can't go wrong at the current price. I would happily pay at least twice as much.