M3 Windshield Replacement

Troblin · 03-30-2021, 01:39 AM

Does anyone ever do a windshield replacement on a M3? Mine is cracked badly and can't pass inspection in its current condition. In my quest to be a cheap ass, I was thinking of replacing it with the local shop SunTec Auto Glass of Phoenix. Anyone you may recommend for such a replacement shop would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

roastbeef · 03-30-2021, 02:01 AM

call your insurance first. something likely flew up and hit your windshield and you couldn't safely avoid it, right? they'll likely replace it for free.

i got one when i had a crack up by my mirror that started growing. they covered an oem equivalent windshield, and offered an oem replacement if i paid the difference. i opted for the oem equivalent and it was perfect. they took my vin to get the correct windshield (rain sensing wipers).

Ajolives · 03-30-2021, 07:24 AM

Same, insurance covers for free in most states. Just be aware that it will show up as a claim under 1k on your record - found that out when I switched providers late last year.

BP709 · 03-31-2021, 07:26 AM

Be careful about who you decide to go with. A lot of glass companies use sub par quality glass and we see the rearview mirror mounts delaminate from the windshield not to mention sometimes the view through cheap glass can be slightly distorted. Cheap definitely doesn't equal good. If you have a carbon roof the only BMW approved method for removal is a fiber line tool like the WRD spider. That being said it's an easy job and I do them weekly on all BMW models but we're quite pricy at the "stealership" 🤣

ha9981 · 03-31-2021, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BP709

Be careful about who you decide to go with. A lot of glass companies use sub par quality glass and we see the rearview mirror mounts delaminate from the windshield not to mention sometimes the view through cheap glass can be slightly distorted. Cheap definitely doesn't equal good. If you have a carbon roof the only BMW approved method for removal is a fiber line tool like the WRD spider. That being said it's an easy job and I do them weekly on all BMW models but we're quite pricy at the "stealership" 🤣

Which aftermarket glass brand would you recommend?

I cannot seem to find Pilkington or Sekurit in aftermarket supply. I also heard these pit easily.

I was offered Fuyao.

frankherman · 11-22-2022, 12:29 PM

My bad. Insurance company rejected my claim and didn't cover the replacement under the claim.

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Troblin Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: m3 Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Arizona iTrader: (0)	M3 Windshield Replacement Does anyone ever do a windshield replacement on a M3? Mine is cracked badly and can't pass inspection in its current condition. In my quest to be a cheap ass, I was thinking of replacing it with the local shop SunTec Auto Glass of Phoenix. Anyone you may recommend for such a replacement shop would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Last edited by Troblin; 04-09-2021 at 01:26 PM..
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roastbeef Lieutenant General 11586 Rep 12,726 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (4)	call your insurance first. something likely flew up and hit your windshield and you couldn't safely avoid it, right? they'll likely replace it for free. i got one when i had a crack up by my mirror that started growing. they covered an oem equivalent windshield, and offered an oem replacement if i paid the difference. i opted for the oem equivalent and it was perfect. they took my vin to get the correct windshield (rain sensing wipers). __________________ Instagram; @roastbeefmike
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Ajolives Captain 922 Rep 933 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Tampa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 Audi SQ5 [0.00] 2008 BMW M3 [0.00]	Same, insurance covers for free in most states. Just be aware that it will show up as a claim under 1k on your record - found that out when I switched providers late last year.
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BP709 Private First Class 230 Rep 191 Posts Drives: BMW F97 X3m, Harrop E90 M3 Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	Be careful about who you decide to go with. A lot of glass companies use sub par quality glass and we see the rearview mirror mounts delaminate from the windshield not to mention sometimes the view through cheap glass can be slightly distorted. Cheap definitely doesn't equal good. If you have a carbon roof the only BMW approved method for removal is a fiber line tool like the WRD spider. That being said it's an easy job and I do them weekly on all BMW models but we're quite pricy at the "stealership" 🤣
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frankherman New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: ford Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Anaheim iTrader: (0)	My bad. Insurance company rejected my claim and didn't cover the replacement under the claim.
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