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Tinted Windows W203 Thread - All You want to know about window tinting a C Class
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From: Houston, TX
2010 C300
Originally Posted by SuperQ
Nope I am pretty sure my dealership (parkplace motorcars) in dallas does the Tint onsite. They made this big deal about how getting tint added on later by a non mercedes "qualified" installer would void the warranty on the windows. I don't know if it has moleskins or not. Guess I need to call.
My dealer gave me their recommended guy, who comes to the stealership to do the tint. Cost $179 for my coupe, and was done at the dealership.
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From: Dallas, TX
2010 C300
Originally Posted by SuperQ
Nope I am pretty sure my dealership (parkplace motorcars) in dallas does the Tint onsite. They made this big deal about how getting tint added on later by a non mercedes "qualified" installer would void the warranty on the windows. I don't know if it has moleskins or not. Guess I need to call.
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From: NW Arkansas
05 C230 Sports Sedan, Previously owned an 02 C230 Sports Coupe
This is actually odd. I was going to Dallas for a week recently, and I really didn't need my car once I was there. I called Park Place to get my windows tinted. They stated that they didn't recommend it and wouldn't do it. WTF???
I then went to the Audi dealership close to them and asked who did their tinting. I got the name of two places - one of the places had tinted both of my friends A6's.
Anyway, of these two high profile shops, one wouldn't even consider it, and the other wanted me to sign a waiver, "Not responsible for damage to electronics".
I scrapped the idea of window tint until next summer.
I then went to the Audi dealership close to them and asked who did their tinting. I got the name of two places - one of the places had tinted both of my friends A6's.
Anyway, of these two high profile shops, one wouldn't even consider it, and the other wanted me to sign a waiver, "Not responsible for damage to electronics".
I scrapped the idea of window tint until next summer.
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From: Dallas Texas
06 C230
Originally Posted by underwhirled
This is actually odd. I was going to Dallas for a week recently, and I really didn't need my car once I was there. I called Park Place to get my windows tinted. They stated that they didn't recommend it and wouldn't do it. WTF???
I then went to the Audi dealership close to them and asked who did their tinting. I got the name of two places - one of the places had tinted both of my friends A6's.
Anyway, of these two high profile shops, one wouldn't even consider it, and the other wanted me to sign a waiver, "Not responsible for damage to electronics".
I scrapped the idea of window tint until next summer.
I then went to the Audi dealership close to them and asked who did their tinting. I got the name of two places - one of the places had tinted both of my friends A6's.
Anyway, of these two high profile shops, one wouldn't even consider it, and the other wanted me to sign a waiver, "Not responsible for damage to electronics".
I scrapped the idea of window tint until next summer.
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http://www.tintlaws.com/
I have 16% all around on my Jetta (a violation in Florida for the front windows) for about three years now. Never so much as a question from the fuzz. (Of course I have had the good sense to roll down my window the few times I've been pulled over.)
I'm likely going to get 16% all around on my 230K very soon.
I have 16% all around on my Jetta (a violation in Florida for the front windows) for about three years now. Never so much as a question from the fuzz. (Of course I have had the good sense to roll down my window the few times I've been pulled over.)
I'm likely going to get 16% all around on my 230K very soon.
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Originally Posted by Doombot!
http://www.tintlaws.com/
I have 16% all around on my Jetta (a violation in Florida for the front windows) for about three years now. Never so much as a question from the fuzz. (Of course I have had the good sense to roll down my window the few times I've been pulled over.)
I'm likely going to get 16% all around on my 230K very soon.
I have 16% all around on my Jetta (a violation in Florida for the front windows) for about three years now. Never so much as a question from the fuzz. (Of course I have had the good sense to roll down my window the few times I've been pulled over.)
I'm likely going to get 16% all around on my 230K very soon.
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From: Fort Worth TX
2001 C320
$150 extra to tint window on a benz?
I went to get a price on getting the windows tinted on my 2001 C320 and the tint guy said it was going to be another 150$ because because they've gotta cover the door panels with plastic due to the side curtain air bags. Sounded like a bunch of BS to me. What do yall think?
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From: Burnaby
2002 CL203
Originally Posted by stephen4785
I went to get a price on getting the windows tinted on my 2001 C320 and the tint guy said it was going to be another 150$ because because they've gotta cover the door panels with plastic due to the side curtain air bags. Sounded like a bunch of BS to me. What do yall think?
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/////AMG
tint shop only add moleskin on the strip to prevent scrathing the tint. my 2005 C-Class doesn't have the moleskin, i had to redo my quantum tint all over, wasted nearly 200 bucks.
moleskin should cost no more than 20 bucks per window, 25 if you're unlucky.
moleskin should cost no more than 20 bucks per window, 25 if you're unlucky.
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From: Ridgefield, NJ
C320 Sport Sedan 4MATIC, Cayenne S, Bayliner Capri V8, Subaru STi
Originally Posted by stephen4785
I went to get a price on getting the windows tinted on my 2001 C320 and the tint guy said it was going to be another 150$ because because they've gotta cover the door panels with plastic due to the side curtain air bags. Sounded like a bunch of BS to me. What do yall think?
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From: Atlanta
2015 E350 Sport
Dealer threw in tint for free on my car and no moleskin was used. All the windows look like crap and I've since moved out of the state where I bought the car....but I doubt I'll have them retinted.
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From: So. Oregon Coast
C230 Sport Coup + 2006 W164 ML350 + 99 Ford Escort RIP
Originally Posted by white_w203
really....i spent $120 for five windows with my old car.
I've been looking for a good inexpensive place to get this done in the bay area.
Where did you go?
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A bucket on wheels
Tint shop recommendations in West LA
Hey guys!
I am expecting my new car in less than a month so im looking at tinting it. I searched but most of the threads were for places in the oc or san diego.
1) Any recommendations for places in west LA? Do they do moleskin?
2) How much should I look at spending?
3) What's the best type of tint that doesn't interfere with radio reception and the smartkey?
4) My car is going to be a black on black c230 sports sedan. What % do you guys recommend? I realise anything in the front is illegal in cali however i kind of want the front and back to match. Not really looking for limo but deffinatly do not want anything too light otherwise i'd keep the stock blue hue.
I realise this topic has been beat to deat but maybe we can get a sticky of all the great tint shops in the main areas of the nation?
Thanks in Advance for the help
FixedUp
I am expecting my new car in less than a month so im looking at tinting it. I searched but most of the threads were for places in the oc or san diego.
1) Any recommendations for places in west LA? Do they do moleskin?
2) How much should I look at spending?
3) What's the best type of tint that doesn't interfere with radio reception and the smartkey?
4) My car is going to be a black on black c230 sports sedan. What % do you guys recommend? I realise anything in the front is illegal in cali however i kind of want the front and back to match. Not really looking for limo but deffinatly do not want anything too light otherwise i'd keep the stock blue hue.
I realise this topic has been beat to deat but maybe we can get a sticky of all the great tint shops in the main areas of the nation?
Thanks in Advance for the help
FixedUp
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California Tint in Rosemead on Rosemead Blvd right across the street from the high school
Don't know what moleskin is.
for regular tint (lifetime warranty) should only run about $120
do'nt know about the other questions, but i have dealt with these people and they are awesome. good luck.
Don't know what moleskin is.
for regular tint (lifetime warranty) should only run about $120
do'nt know about the other questions, but i have dealt with these people and they are awesome. good luck.
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From: West Los Angeles
Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
[QUOTE=FIXEDupW209]Hey guys!
I am expecting my new car in less than a month so im looking at tinting it. I searched but most of the threads were for places in the oc or san diego.
- Not in West LA, but it's in Reseda. Ed's Window Tinting. 7003 Canby Ave. 818-344-4831. Does a great job and will replace tint if it scratches. If I do my car, I'm going to go to him.
- There's a place on Van Nuys Blvd., just south of the 101. I can't remember the name of it, but a lot of people go there as well.
- 7 windows total, anywhere from $175 - $350 depending on where you go.
- Can't help on this one.
- 35% all around. If you don't want limo tint, don't want it too light, want it to match, 35% all around would be perfect for your needs.
I am expecting my new car in less than a month so im looking at tinting it. I searched but most of the threads were for places in the oc or san diego.
Originally Posted by FIXEDupW209
1) Any recommendations for places in west LA? Do they do moleskin?
- There's a place on Van Nuys Blvd., just south of the 101. I can't remember the name of it, but a lot of people go there as well.
Originally Posted by FIXEDupW209
2) How much should I look at spending?
Originally Posted by FIXEDupW209
3) What's the best type of tint that doesn't interfere with radio reception and the smartkey?
Originally Posted by FIXEDupW209
4) My car is going to be a black on black c230 sports sedan. What % do you guys recommend? I realise anything in the front is illegal in cali however i kind of want the front and back to match. Not really looking for limo but deffinatly do not want anything too light otherwise i'd keep the stock blue hue.
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From: San Diego
2004 E320
Originally Posted by FIXEDupW209
thanks guys!!! keep them coming...Anyone have pics of Huperoptik ceramic tint?
Pics found here. Huper Optik ceramic tint should run about $300 - $450 installed. One of the best tints you could get.
http://www.hotbimmer.net/forum/showthread.php?t=14264
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From: Tampa, FL
2006 C230 SS
Getting Car Tinted Tomorrow
No, this is not another what tint I should get, but rather WOOO I'M GETTING MY CAR TINTED... I just got off the phone with tint shop... Got an appointment at 10:30 am tomorrow... I'm getting 25% all around (the lowest I can go in FL) and still keep the same tint all around... As of now, I'm leaving the front windshield as is... Finally, my c230 can stay cool in the heat... Anyways, its costing $125 for the 5 windows...
I also did some searching and I read no need for moleskins on the newer models? I have an 2006... Can someone just confirm that for me?
Anyways, I'm happy
... I'll post pictures once its done... 
I also did some searching and I read no need for moleskins on the newer models? I have an 2006... Can someone just confirm that for me?
Anyways, I'm happy
... I'll post pictures once its done...
