consensus Tint Alternatives
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W204 C180k Blueefficiency
consensus Tint Alternatives
So. I am getting a new c class after driving my beloved W204 foe 13 years. Unfortunately, I got some bad news when the dealer told me that if I tint the windows, my warranty would be voided. Why you ask? See here:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ar-window.html
After speaking with the techs at the dealer, they finally agreed to tint the front and rear drivers and passenger windows by removing the panels to protect the electronics. The rear windshield however was still a no go. I asked if I could make an application to the outside of the windshield which seems agreeable. traditional Tinting the outside, even ceramic will not last very long (weeks, maybe days). So I'm considering two options and looking for some consensus on. Firstly, I'm thinking of a dark perforated vinyl film without graphics to be applied on the outside. Secondly, a simple stick-on/retractable sunshade on the inside that can be moved when the glass needs cleaning.
What do you folks think?
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ar-window.html
After speaking with the techs at the dealer, they finally agreed to tint the front and rear drivers and passenger windows by removing the panels to protect the electronics. The rear windshield however was still a no go. I asked if I could make an application to the outside of the windshield which seems agreeable. traditional Tinting the outside, even ceramic will not last very long (weeks, maybe days). So I'm considering two options and looking for some consensus on. Firstly, I'm thinking of a dark perforated vinyl film without graphics to be applied on the outside. Secondly, a simple stick-on/retractable sunshade on the inside that can be moved when the glass needs cleaning.
What do you folks think?
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So. I am getting a new c class after driving my beloved W204 foe 13 years. Unfortunately, I got some bad news when the dealer told me that if I tint the windows, my warranty would be voided. Why you ask? See here:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ar-window.html
After speaking with the techs at the dealer, they finally agreed to tint the front and rear drivers and passenger windows by removing the panels to protect the electronics. The rear windshield however was still a no go. I asked if I could make an application to the outside of the windshield which seems agreeable. traditional Tinting the outside, even ceramic will not last very long (weeks, maybe days). So I'm considering two options and looking for some consensus on. Firstly, I'm thinking of a dark perforated vinyl film without graphics to be applied on the outside. Secondly, a simple stick-on/retractable sunshade on the inside that can be moved when the glass needs cleaning.
What do you folks think?
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ar-window.html
After speaking with the techs at the dealer, they finally agreed to tint the front and rear drivers and passenger windows by removing the panels to protect the electronics. The rear windshield however was still a no go. I asked if I could make an application to the outside of the windshield which seems agreeable. traditional Tinting the outside, even ceramic will not last very long (weeks, maybe days). So I'm considering two options and looking for some consensus on. Firstly, I'm thinking of a dark perforated vinyl film without graphics to be applied on the outside. Secondly, a simple stick-on/retractable sunshade on the inside that can be moved when the glass needs cleaning.
What do you folks think?
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2023 C Class
I guess you missed this post on the same thread you mentioned. It looks a good solution to me
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post8615786
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post8615786
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From: Trinidad & Tobago
W204 C180k Blueefficiency
I guess you missed this post on the same thread you mentioned. It looks a good solution to me
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post8615786
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post8615786
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From: Houston TX
2023 C Class
You mean the darkened glass from the night package? The window changing out the windows would be ok to switch out. The problem is that you have to switch out the rear windshield which could be costly and possibly create other issues. They have already agreed to tint the side windows, it's the rear windshield that's a problem currently.
