Way OT: Windshield Replacement?

[Diego Mamani]

$100? Sounds too low. Maybe a recycled windshield?

[JC]

Nah, I don’t think so. I called several shops in the Phoenix area and they all quoted between $105 and $119. The lowest price I have found in San Diego is $198. In both cases, I just called the chain type outfits.

[JC]

Nah, I don’t think so. I called several shops in the Phoenix area and they all quoted between $105 and $119. The lowest price I have found in San Diego is $198. In both cases, I just called the chain type outfits.

[JC]

Nah, I don’t think so. I called several shops in the Phoenix area and they all quoted between $105 and $119. The lowest price I have found in San Diego is $198. In both cases, I just called the chain type outfits.

[JC]

Nah, I don’t think so. I called several shops in the Phoenix area and they all quoted between $105 and $119. The lowest price I have found in San Diego is $198. In both cases, I just called the chain type outfits.

[JC]

Nah, I don’t think so. I called several shops in the Phoenix area and they all quoted between $105 and $119. The lowest price I have found in San Diego is $198. In both cases, I just called the chain type outfits.

[JC]

I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.

[JC]

I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.

[JC]

I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.

[JC]

I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.

[JC]

I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.

[Coronita]

[quote=JC]I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.[/quote]

JC, depending on the type of car, I would not go for the “cheapest windshield you can find”.

First, not all windshields are made alike. If you were to compare them side by side, you can tell some are thinner than others, though still technically meeting spec…

What this means is
1) if you buy a cheap glass (especially the ones from china), it’s very likely a small pebble flying on the freeway will very well end up putting a crack in your new windshield, much easier than your OEM glass. And then you will be cursing you need to shell out another $150 or so to replace that one.

2) Your windshield makes up a good portion of the structural integrity of your car, in the case you happen to flip your car over.

PPG is one of those companies that makes OEM glass and aftermarket, and that’s why it’s highly recommended. (it’s not just because it’s made in the u.s.). Just take a look at most new cars, and see a lot of domestic and import use PPG.

Don’t make the same mistake so many people already have…

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=291625

[Coronita]

[quote=JC]I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.[/quote]

JC, depending on the type of car, I would not go for the “cheapest windshield you can find”.

First, not all windshields are made alike. If you were to compare them side by side, you can tell some are thinner than others, though still technically meeting spec…

What this means is
1) if you buy a cheap glass (especially the ones from china), it’s very likely a small pebble flying on the freeway will very well end up putting a crack in your new windshield, much easier than your OEM glass. And then you will be cursing you need to shell out another $150 or so to replace that one.

2) Your windshield makes up a good portion of the structural integrity of your car, in the case you happen to flip your car over.

PPG is one of those companies that makes OEM glass and aftermarket, and that’s why it’s highly recommended. (it’s not just because it’s made in the u.s.). Just take a look at most new cars, and see a lot of domestic and import use PPG.

Don’t make the same mistake so many people already have…

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=291625

[Coronita]

[quote=JC]I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.[/quote]

JC, depending on the type of car, I would not go for the “cheapest windshield you can find”.

First, not all windshields are made alike. If you were to compare them side by side, you can tell some are thinner than others, though still technically meeting spec…

What this means is
1) if you buy a cheap glass (especially the ones from china), it’s very likely a small pebble flying on the freeway will very well end up putting a crack in your new windshield, much easier than your OEM glass. And then you will be cursing you need to shell out another $150 or so to replace that one.

2) Your windshield makes up a good portion of the structural integrity of your car, in the case you happen to flip your car over.

PPG is one of those companies that makes OEM glass and aftermarket, and that’s why it’s highly recommended. (it’s not just because it’s made in the u.s.). Just take a look at most new cars, and see a lot of domestic and import use PPG.

Don’t make the same mistake so many people already have…

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=291625

[Coronita]

[quote=JC]I found a winner. $146.13 all in. tax and new molding. Oh, and the guy had a sense of humor. Double bonus points.

Its doubtful, but if anyone wants the contact, just let me know.[/quote]

JC, depending on the type of car, I would not go for the “cheapest windshield you can find”.

First, not all windshields are made alike. If you were to compare them side by side, you can tell some are thinner than others, though still technically meeting spec…

What this means is
1) if you buy a cheap glass (especially the ones from china), it’s very likely a small pebble flying on the freeway will very well end up putting a crack in your new windshield, much easier than your OEM glass. And then you will be cursing you need to shell out another $150 or so to replace that one.

2) Your windshield makes up a good portion of the structural integrity of your car, in the case you happen to flip your car over.

PPG is one of those companies that makes OEM glass and aftermarket, and that’s why it’s highly recommended. (it’s not just because it’s made in the u.s.). Just take a look at most new cars, and see a lot of domestic and import use PPG.

Don’t make the same mistake so many people already have…

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=291625

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