Window Tint
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I am a new owner of a 535xi here in Michigan. After taking delivery of the vehicle, I regret not getting the sunshades although they are really not useful for me as noone is ever in the backseat of my car. However, does anyone know of a manual or mechanical retrofit, especially for the rear? If so, what is the cost?
And for the real question, I want to tint all the windows except the front. Issues I have noticed in other BMWs is the rear window where the dot matrix is outlining it. There appears to be a grey outline where the tint does not appear to be sticking. Is there a way to have the tint appear to cover the entire window as if it was from the factory inside the glass?
Also, anyone have a good tint shop in Michigan? I am located in the metro Detroit area.
I appreciate the time.
And for the real question, I want to tint all the windows except the front. Issues I have noticed in other BMWs is the rear window where the dot matrix is outlining it. There appears to be a grey outline where the tint does not appear to be sticking. Is there a way to have the tint appear to cover the entire window as if it was from the factory inside the glass?
Also, anyone have a good tint shop in Michigan? I am located in the metro Detroit area.
I appreciate the time.
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Dot matrix problem is easily remedied with the right tint shop. Experienced tint shops have no problems tinting around the dot matrix.
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='429649' date='May 29 2007, 05:59 PM
Dot matrix problem is easily remedied with the right tint shop. Experienced tint shops have no problems tinting around the dot matrix.
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My Ride: 2007 E63 AMG | Obsidian Black | Schwarzes Nappa | Black BirdEye Maple | Premium II Package | Electronic Trunk Closer | Parktronic
Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by JVermillo' post='429736' date='May 29 2007, 11:06 PM
Hey Vegastrashed, where did you go to get your tint? I know your from SD right? I just had mine done at 'Terrific Tint' about 10 days ago and noticed bubbling around the dot matrix and the rear defroster lining. I'm going to request a refund this week and go somewhere else.
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='429740' date='May 29 2007, 10:12 PM
I got mine in east coast. I have friends in OC that know of some good shops. I'll ping them tomorrow where they got it done unless that is too far for you to drive. I don't know of any good tint shops in San Diego.
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Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
-----------------------------------------
2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
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Originally Posted by mfreij' post='429632' date='May 29 2007, 09:08 PM
Also, anyone have a good tint shop in Michigan? I am located in the metro Detroit area.
Plan right now is to use Sun Shade in Troy (Kevin) -- very good reputation as well. Several people I work with have recommended them. However, they don't do ceramic so it would have to be dyed film (I don't want to go metallic). They had an opening for tomorrow when I talked to them Tuesday, but I couldn't make it work out with my schedule.
Last place that has been recommended is Detail Express on Orchard Lake in Keego Harbor. Can't remember his name right now, but he does a lot of higher end work.
I would like ceramic, but haven't found any shops (besides Armor) to do it. No Huper Optic dealers anywhere close and the nearest Formula One dealer is in Toledo. My other concern is going too dark and getting tickets (if you don't know it, any tint on the front side windows in illegal in MI). I'm only planning to go with only 50% on the sides and with the beige interior it will look kind of light. However, my friend got stopped 3 times in 3 days during a crack down last summer with what he said was 35% -- but it looked darker to me with his black interior.
Let me know what you decide to do and I will do the same. I am probably looking at week after next now -- too much going on next week with work and a track day at Waterford Hills with the BMW Club on Friday!
Jeff
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Originally Posted by mfreij' post='429632' date='May 30 2007, 03:08 AM
I am a new owner of a 535xi here in Michigan.
And why don't you write it in the "from" field ?
Moderators, I think indicate the location should be obligatory!
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Let me know what you decide to do and I will do the same. I am probably looking at week after next now --
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I'm in the same mode here in Plymouth. Bad experience with my E46, looking for the best film/install, regardless of cost. Please pass along your experiences, recommendations....Thanks
Jeff
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I'm in the same mode here in Plymouth. Bad experience with my E46, looking for the best film/install, regardless of cost. Please pass along your experiences, recommendations....Thanks
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