Windshield Replacement - which brand?

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mydocz@gmail.com - 25 Jul 2005 20:02 GMT

My 2001 325i sedan was hit but a stone and has a (expanding) long crack

Safelite says they can replace it for $250ish
Novus says they use OEM Windshied (without BMW logo) for $440

Has anyone has any experience with either brands? What to look out for?
is there any grading/ pressure rating/ clarity etc?

ram
Seattle, WA

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fbloogyudsr - 25 Jul 2005 23:04 GMT

<mydocz@gmail.com> wrote

> My 2001 325i sedan was hit but a stone and has a (expanding) long crack
>
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> Has anyone has any experience with either brands? What to look out for?
> is there any grading/ pressure rating/ clarity etc?

I once had a non-oem hatch window replaced (not on a BMW).
It was a piece of crap. It wasn't bent right near the edges and the
rubber/plastic trim wouldn't fit. In addition, it wasn't the same
color as the rest of the windows.

Tell your insurance carrier to use OEM. Or, if you don't have
insurance, spend the extra because you'll regret it.

Floyd (also in Seattle)

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Jack - 26 Jul 2005 07:22 GMT

I had my 318i windshield replaced by Professional Glass on Aurora Ave N. in
Seattle. I was completely satisfied with their work and materials. No
leaks; Tint same as my original. It was on my insurance but I think it was
about $330. They guarantee leak free and the fit.

> My 2001 325i sedan was hit but a stone and has a (expanding) long crack
>
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> ram
> Seattle, WA

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