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Tinted Windows W203 Thread - All You want to know about window tinting a C Class
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From: Vacouver BC
02 W163
i say stick with the OEM tint .
the really light blue one that should come stock in most mercedes .
those look nice and luxurious..
i have a citron green coupe . and no other color or tint would look better than stock .
the really light blue one that should come stock in most mercedes .
those look nice and luxurious..
i have a citron green coupe . and no other color or tint would look better than stock .
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the blue oem tint is probably at 50% or more because you can only see it at certain angles and bright light. that wasn't enough for me either. it may look cool with a blue tint, but it does not provide the cooling power and privacy of a darker tint film.
the reason i was charged $165 (tax included) for the Llumar film (7 windows) with lifetime warranty was because that was a dealer price. i was referred to that particular tint shop by a friend at the local dealership that sents all their cars there. if it wasn't for that, the normal price for the public was $195 + tax. however, if you went through the dealer to have it tinted, it would've costed around $295.00. not too many local tint shops carry Llumar because it is an expensive film.
the reason i was charged $165 (tax included) for the Llumar film (7 windows) with lifetime warranty was because that was a dealer price. i was referred to that particular tint shop by a friend at the local dealership that sents all their cars there. if it wasn't for that, the normal price for the public was $195 + tax. however, if you went through the dealer to have it tinted, it would've costed around $295.00. not too many local tint shops carry Llumar because it is an expensive film.
Last edited by diamondblak05; May 24, 2006 at 07:28 AM.
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Originally Posted by jan ken po
At what point is a "bad" tint job the fault of the tint or the installer.
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'05 SS Brillant Silver
Originally Posted by diamondblak05
It's a tint defect when it fades, changes color, cracks, or demetalized. It's the installer's fault when the tint peels, bubbles, cut unevenly, dust/dirt/lint in between glass and film, etc.... A lifetime warranty covers the tint defects while a reputable installer/shop reduces the installer's fault.
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2004 E55 AMG
Originally Posted by jan ken po
Scratching?
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Originally Posted by [180]
Almost all tint films have some scratch resistance, but a good tint shop will install something called "moleskin" on the inside edge of your window seals - it's like a very soft felt that prevents the plastic seal from scratching the tint.
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Originally Posted by [180]
Almost all tint films have some scratch resistance, but a good tint shop will install something called "moleskin" on the inside edge of your window seals - it's like a very soft felt that prevents the plastic seal from scratching the tint.
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From: South Florida
SL65
You only have to remove your door panel enough to get the plastic blade out.
It's easy and the instructions have pictures to show you step by step.
Keep your window tint from scratching!
Specifically designed for this application.
Order securely at:
http://www.automoleskin.com
It's easy and the instructions have pictures to show you step by step.
Keep your window tint from scratching!
Specifically designed for this application.
Order securely at:
http://www.automoleskin.com
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Originally Posted by C32AMG
You only have to remove your door panel enough to get the plastic blade out.
It's easy and the instructions have pictures to show you step by step.
Keep your window tint from scratching!
Specifically designed for this application.
Order securely at:
http://www.automoleskin.com
It's easy and the instructions have pictures to show you step by step.
Keep your window tint from scratching!
Specifically designed for this application.
Order securely at:
http://www.automoleskin.com
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Question about factory blueish color on windows
The previous owner tinted the windows and I dont like them... I like the look of the factory blue windows... if i get the tint removed will it harm the blueish color in any way ?
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Originally Posted by white_w203
the blueish tint is built into the window and not a film like regular tint
Actually what they do is go to this Legendary Volcanoe called Smurf and get the LAVA from there so that they can mold these windows.
... Some people say the Lava glows blue!
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Question About C230KWZ 'Blue Tint'
So I'm after collecting all my info [with major thanks to all of you on MBWorld.org], I've decided to upgrade from my rice rocket '94 Honda Accord Sedan [body kit, exhaust, etc.] to an '01-'04 MB C230K SS.
So yesterday, I went test drivin, and aside from bein totally impressed, lol, the one that I did happen to drive, had the blue tint on the windows. No I've seen this on quiet a few diff series of MB cars, however, never paid attention to what particular class it was on [series, edition, etc.]
The [old] guy at the dealership said that the blue tint came on ALL C230K or ALL Kompressor models [I dont remember exactly what was said. Tried to block out most of the salesmen jargon as best I could]
My question is... Is the Blue Tint REALLY standard on ALL C230K / Kompressor Models?
Not that it totally matters, as I'm dead set in my way about getting this car. Its freakin gorgeous and I TOTALLY see myself in it, as well as takin the time to mod it with much detail.
I know its a little pre-emptive of me to 'list' my mods out already. But its what I've seen on this forum site, as well as whats available.
So yesterday, I went test drivin, and aside from bein totally impressed, lol, the one that I did happen to drive, had the blue tint on the windows. No I've seen this on quiet a few diff series of MB cars, however, never paid attention to what particular class it was on [series, edition, etc.]
The [old] guy at the dealership said that the blue tint came on ALL C230K or ALL Kompressor models [I dont remember exactly what was said. Tried to block out most of the salesmen jargon as best I could]
My question is... Is the Blue Tint REALLY standard on ALL C230K / Kompressor Models?
Not that it totally matters, as I'm dead set in my way about getting this car. Its freakin gorgeous and I TOTALLY see myself in it, as well as takin the time to mod it with much detail.
I know its a little pre-emptive of me to 'list' my mods out already. But its what I've seen on this forum site, as well as whats available.
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"Double Stuff" SOLD | Nor*Cals "Pesky Audi"
thanks for the info. test drove it yesterday and played stupid with the salesman ["whats the 0-60 on this?"] lol. burried it in each gear gettin on the freeway, then ducked it in banked turns. damn near made his life flash, with a prequel & sequel, before his eyes.
after that, i was sold. can't wait!
after that, i was sold. can't wait!
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2006 E55 and 2002 E320
I'd hardly call it luxurious. I call it practical. It's got everything you need, nothing you don't. Actually, I don't need the sunroof.
Yes, the C230K SS has blue tint on the windows. Normally, on most Mercedes cars, there's actually a green tint. Most people don't notice this at all.
Good luck, you certainly have given yourself a lot of time to buy a car (you mention a month or two. If you're going to take such a generous amount of time, buy in the winter time, it's usually cheaper.
Yes, the C230K SS has blue tint on the windows. Normally, on most Mercedes cars, there's actually a green tint. Most people don't notice this at all.
Good luck, you certainly have given yourself a lot of time to buy a car (you mention a month or two. If you're going to take such a generous amount of time, buy in the winter time, it's usually cheaper.
