Member Since: 04 Jul 2021
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 43
D3 Window Tinting
Thinking of getting the rear windows on my D3 tinted to look like factory spec but have a few questions that I hope some of you here can help with;
- what is the factory spec percentage tint on a D3?
- has anyone had a D3 windows tinted recently and could advise on the cost?
- does anyone know/would recommend a really good company to tint D3 windows in the North Notts area or mobile in this area?
Many Thanks
6th Nov 2022 3:44 pm
kajtzu
Member Since: 10 Aug 2017
Location: Helsinki
Posts: 6748
You can’t get them to look factory spec since on those it’s a pigment in the glass while on yours it’ll be a layer on the inside. The difference is that on the cargo compartment windows and the rear window you’ll see orange patterns (antennas, rear window heating) while on factory glass you won’t.
6th Nov 2022 4:04 pm
Shamrock
Member Since: 16 Jun 2022
Location: South Kerry
Posts: 114
I don't know if it's the same on all models, but on my D4 (2011), the factory tinted glasses ("rear privacy glasses") are coated with a kind of varnish on the inside face, that can be accidentally scratched.
6th Nov 2022 4:22 pm
sr4x4
Member Since: 04 Jul 2021
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 43
kajtzu wrote:
You can’t get them to look factory spec since on those it’s a pigment in the glass while on yours it’ll be a layer on the inside. The difference is that on the cargo compartment windows and the rear window you’ll see orange patterns (antennas, rear window heating) while on factory glass you won’t.
I can live with the subtle differences, I just don’t want to go too dark and it looking at gangster lol
6th Nov 2022 4:35 pm
gstuart
Member Since: 21 Oct 2016
Location: kent
Posts: 14120
Hi
Hope u didn’t mind me saying but confess I didn't realise u could get factory rear tinted windows
CVB500300 rear right hand
CVB500310 rear left hand
Plus saw this on eBay where u can buy the tint all pre cut
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6th Nov 2022 4:37 pm
KevinD3
Member Since: 05 Aug 2020
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Posts: 1274
Lol, just came on to add the fact I’ve re-tinted my 2nd row windows today and saw the thread. I went for 5% limo. Son is already complaining too dark
Click image to enlarge
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6th Nov 2022 4:39 pm
kajtzu
Member Since: 10 Aug 2017
Location: Helsinki
Posts: 6748
You can get all windows new if you want
6th Nov 2022 4:39 pm
kajtzu
Member Since: 10 Aug 2017
Location: Helsinki
Posts: 6748
sr4x4 wrote:
kajtzu wrote:
You can’t get them to look factory spec since on those it’s a pigment in the glass while on yours it’ll be a layer on the inside. The difference is that on the cargo compartment windows and the rear window you’ll see orange patterns (antennas, rear window heating) while on factory glass you won’t.
I can live with the subtle differences, I just don’t want to go too dark and it looking at gangster lol
Member Since: 07 Sep 2015
Location: Oxford
Posts: 1107
Shamrock wrote:
I don't know if it's the same on all models, but on my D4 (2011), the factory tinted glasses ("rear privacy glasses") are coated with a kind of varnish on the inside face, that can be accidentally scratched.
Are you sure that isn't bandit film fitted onto the privacy glass? That is quite easy to scratch and would look like that...Jim
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6th Nov 2022 6:34 pm
sr4x4
Member Since: 04 Jul 2021
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 43
KevinD3 wrote:
Lol, just came on to add the fact I’ve re-tinted my 2nd row windows today and saw the thread. I went for 5% limo. Son is already complaining too dark
Click image to enlarge
Is this a DIY kit? If so was it easy to fit without getting lots of air bubbles? Have you got a link for where to purchase?
Many Thanks
6th Nov 2022 6:43 pm
sr4x4
Member Since: 04 Jul 2021
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 43
gstuart wrote:
Hi
Hope u didn’t mind me saying but confess I didn't realise u could get factory rear tinted windows
CVB500300 rear right hand
CVB500310 rear left hand
Plus saw this on eBay where u can buy the tint all pre cut
Has anyone had any experience with the kits from eBay? What’s the quality like? Ease of fitting?
6th Nov 2022 6:51 pm
KevinD3
Member Since: 05 Aug 2020
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Posts: 1274
Hi SR4x4, yes, DIY, got them from these guys as they had been recommended on a few posts on he forum.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291057256493?mk...media=COPY
I didn’t need the full kit so messaged them telling them which windows I wanted, then ordered he full kit and they gave an immediate refund for the windows I didn’t want.
As it’s cold I put a fan heater in the car for a while before I started and gave the windows a quick blow over with a heat gun to help warm the glass up.2008 HSE Stornoway Grey
My Wife thinks the D3 is a hobby, The D3 thinks the wife is 💕
6th Nov 2022 6:52 pm
sr4x4
Member Since: 04 Jul 2021
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 43
I’m in no rush to get it done, so will probably wait until the weather gets warmer!
6th Nov 2022 7:14 pm
Flapper
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