Pre-Cut Window Tint (buy, driver, warranty, 2001)

[Mr.Cat]

Would you buy it or just go to a tint shop?

[drb85650]

I've installed it. The biggie is knowing all the tricks. I didn't. It looked it. That was 30 years ago, but at least I tried.
Now I just pay the shop.

[Mr.Cat]

I have no problem doing the door glass. The rear glass is the one that kicks my a$$.

[drb85650]

probably a section by section deal huh? guess it depends on how nice you want it to look, and longevity. Little bubble end up peeling, etc. How much does the shop want for the job? Most I've ever paid was 200, that for a dark tint on all windows, 2001 Malibu.

[Mr.Cat]

The shop is charging me $200, the pre-cut is $35.

[sunsprit]

Originally Posted by Mr.Cat

The shop is charging me $200, the pre-cut is $35.

If you haven't done this before and have the patience and tools to do it properly ... especially if the rear window has a lot of curvature to it ... then the fellows installing the tint are worth the money.

[cdelena]

I have seen the hack jobs done by owners since it is especially difficult on curved surfaces... I always go to a reputable shop, get a good job, a warranty, and save the frustration.

[xlabel]

go to tintdude.com they have some tips on how to do it. 1 piece back glass can be tricky. If it's curved the proper way to do it is with heat gun and if you use to much heat or hold it on an area to long it can break the window.

[drb85650]

I'd pay the 200. My frustration is worth that much, especially if the car is nice looking, a keeper and a daily driver.

[ShelbyGirl1]

I'm going to the tint guy! I've seen some of those "home" jobs! You pay all that $ for a new car and then your going to skimp on a couple hundred dollars? I want it done right and I get a warranty to boot!