Front windshield cracked due to stone, OEM or other replacement suggestions?
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C63 AMG 2009
Front windshield cracked due to stone, OEM or other replacement suggestions?
First one of my fog lights glass was cracked due to a rock, now my front windshield is cracked. City of Houston, TX the pothole capital of the USA, thank you! If this were a regular run of the mill Camry I would find the cheapest shop to replace it but my 2009 C63 with only 22Kmls is just too nice in my opinion to have just anybody who can handle a hammer and a screwdriver do this. I am thinking OEM at the dealership, unfortunately my technician is on VK this week. Does any one have any idea what this would cost? The crack is a foot long going to the roof behind my mirror so replacement is a must. The insurance company told me they have to verify coverage and I have a $500.00 deductable.
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
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Safelite may well be fine, I've never used them. My last three cars have required window replacements and the first thing I look for is a dealer with an in-house glass tech. That ensures factory materials and procedures are used. Also they have the room to keep your car overnight - my BMW tech wanted to keep a car of mine on the shop floor overnight to ensure the adhesives cured undisturbed. Shop it around...I have surprisingly experienced variances in dealer quotes from a low of 13% to a high of 22% for my replacements.
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DutchC63, I was taken aback when you stated your insurance company will have to verify coverage,now imagine if you needed them for more serious matters. Better look for another company, one that pays out before they start trying to back out of a claim.
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First one of my fog lights glass was cracked due to a rock, now my front windshield is cracked. City of Houston, TX the pothole capital of the USA, thank you! If this were a regular run of the mill Camry I would find the cheapest shop to replace it but my 2009 C63 with only 22Kmls is just too nice in my opinion to have just anybody who can handle a hammer and a screwdriver do this. I am thinking OEM at the dealership, unfortunately my technician is on VK this week. Does any one have any idea what this would cost? The crack is a foot long going to the roof behind my mirror so replacement is a must. The insurance company told me they have to verify coverage and I have a $500.00 deductable.
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
The glass creaks when going over bumps.
I would get OEM glass and get a reputable shop to do it
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Dealer informed that they will have this work contracted out and have it done at the dealership with OEM glass. Cost estimate $1300.00 . One of my friends Lonestar glass, i have not called them, does anybody have any experience with them? Thanks!
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First one of my fog lights glass was cracked due to a rock, now my front windshield is cracked. City of Houston, TX the pothole capital of the USA, thank you! If this were a regular run of the mill Camry I would find the cheapest shop to replace it but my 2009 C63 with only 22Kmls is just too nice in my opinion to have just anybody who can handle a hammer and a screwdriver do this. I am thinking OEM at the dealership, unfortunately my technician is on VK this week. Does any one have any idea what this would cost? The crack is a foot long going to the roof behind my mirror so replacement is a must. The insurance company told me they have to verify coverage and I have a $500.00 deductable.
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
Any suggestions/ideas?
Thanks
E
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If the windshield is chipped- most insurance will not pay for replacement but they might pay for a repair. If there is a full crack and it obstructs the driver's view- it is a safety issue and insurance would normally cover it at no/little charge. A while back, I remember a post in the W204 section regarding a Non-Dealer windshield replacement which led to leaking which caused damage behind the dash.
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My dealer offered me a policy to cover windshields, tires and wheel damage when I purchased the car. Best money I spent as my windshield was hit with a stone today and cracked. MB will replace it with no cost to me.
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Safelite will order original oem glass if you specifically request it. It takes longer, but it is worth the extra wait. If you have a small deductible, there is no harm in requesting the oem glass b/c your insurer is obligated by law to accept it.
