Window Tinting

[WOOHOO]

Anybody think about a darker tint on the panaramic roof?

would that even be possible?

[SunDiego]

Originally Posted by WOOHOO

Anybody think about a darker tint on the panaramic roof?

would that even be possible?

I remember that being posted a couple times before. You can't tint it because the top isn't glass, to it would bubble a lot and ruin the tint.

[smartHHO]

Originally Posted by SunDiego

I remember that being posted a couple times before. You can't tint it because the top isn't glass, to it would bubble a lot and ruin the tint.

correct Sun.

I have not tinted mine yet, but I hear 28% is what you can get here in Texas. Not sure how the percent goes. Is lower number darker? Like as in it lets only 28% of the light in? I am looking at ceramic for mine. Was quoted awhile back $400. But I don't think they have looked at a smart yet. They also have a $100 dollar off coupon to help out the economy. So, if the price is right, and it is that much, I will get it done for $300. We shall see.

[gryphon]

Had mine tinted about 5 months ago so got to experience the results in the hotter So. Cal months. It was quite effective at reducing through-the-glass heating, though I found it helped a lot to use a vacuum cup attached sun screen on the panoramic roof (from SmartMadness). Don't need the sun screen in the winter months.

My tint was all ceramic and applied as 30% side and rear windows and 10% front window (entire window). And yes, I am fully aware of CA restrictions on front window tinting...the 10% tint is almost unnoticeable but does knock down the UV quite a bit. I have no problem with reduced visibility, day or night. My installer noted that he has never had a customer come back for a ticketed removal of 10% on the front window and that he has done the same 10% coating on the front windows of numerous private vehicles belonging to local law enforcement. The total cost for my install was $375. He's also been in the same location doing business for 14 years.

[SmartAzz]

Originally Posted by smartHHO

Not sure how the percent goes. Is lower number darker?

Yes, it represents the light transmission coming through - for example 5% would be super dark only letting that percent of light in.

RE: windshield tint, I had considered it for another car but when I spoke to one of the best quality installers locally they said they had stopped doing that - as it turns out that the water used to install the tint can seep down into the dash where a lot of wiring/electronics are and ultimately cause problems. They are super careful, work with high end cars, and I am sure that they were very cautious with the installs but over time found it was not worth the risk if any little bit might result in issues.

[The Rigger]

Originally Posted by NCC1701

Not a factory option Rigger.

Hm. Be that as it may, my cabrio's glass is tinted...

I guess I'll check with the dealer I bought it from.

[Big Panda]

Originally Posted by jetfuel

...hey Panda..was your a dealer's install?

jetfuel

NOPE! My friend in Greenwood has been doing mine for over 10 years. Excellent work, never a problem and he's CHEAP!

Plus he'll do the 20% on the front door glass, which may not be "legal" but looks damn good!

[JimDantin]

There are many companies selling precut DIY tint kits for the smart. Does anyone know of a source for the kits with CERAMIC tint film?

[Henrisc300]

100 buck here in Houston including lifetime warranty. ($40 for front, $40 for back, and $20 for lifetime warranty).