First time G63 owner, seeking advice
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Gl450
First time G63 owner, seeking advice
I have owned other MB vehicles and brands. Took us long time to get to owning this beast. Arrives in about a month.
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
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G63
I have owned other MB vehicles and brands. Took us long time to get to owning this beast. Arrives in about a month.
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
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e63s
I have owned other MB vehicles and brands. Took us long time to get to owning this beast. Arrives in about a month.
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
we took all options with magno black etc…
wondering I’d need some protective film for front end . Also read that windshield is prone to cracking and there is no fix but replacement. Few folks swear by some screen protectors that has saved them from damages.
so if someone could advise me on these two and if any of these films and screen protectors are worth it or should I just enjoy it as is.
it will be driven very little and we plan to keep it for a long time.
also are there any good car covers that I could buy.
thanks
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1998 Land Cruiser, 2003 SL500, 2024 G63
We are purchasing a $2,118 Car Care policy from our dealership, Cavender Auto Group. This covers Windshield repair and replacement if the crack is longer than 6-inches for 84 months. Also includes dent & ding repair, interior/exterior repair and key replacement. Is this sufficient?
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1998 Land Cruiser, 2003 SL500, 2024 G63
Our vehicle is now back from XPEL with a full matte wrap and full ceramic coating. Since you have to paint whole panels if you get a scratch and then it is difficult to match the paint to the other panels, we did full PPF. It is a 5% investment. We just did our first hand wash and it was super easy to wash and wipe down the XPEL. Also ceramic coated the wheel surfaces and this made it easy to wash off the brake dust.
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1998 Land Cruiser, 2003 SL500, 2024 G63
Front Window Film or Insurance, Pro's and Con's?
We installed front window tint on the inside and ceramic coated the windshield on the outside. We're currently debating between taking out additional window replacement insurance vs. putting on an exterior film.
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Gl450
Hello
It is a 4 mil protector. I can’t tell it is there unless you really see close to the edge of windshield. I had them apply ceramic coat during the install and no, wipers don’t drag.
My reason behind exoshield was to protect from small rocks …
My reason behind exoshield was to protect from small rocks …
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1998 Land Cruiser, 2003 SL500, 2024 G63
DIY kit not on website
I see they have the Bronco and Jeep windshield kits online, but not one for the G63. I just spent a mint on full PPF, so I'm thinking I could do the windshield myself. Currently doing PPF of the interior with an XPEL DIY kit.
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2021 G63; 2018 Aston Martin DB11
Clearplex is best for G windshield. Have it on all Gs. No streaks or scuffs. Smooth as glass.
Local tint installer shoud have it or you order it from here...
https://targegard.com/product/5497/
Local tint installer shoud have it or you order it from here...
https://targegard.com/product/5497/
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Joined: Nov 2012
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From: TX & HI
1998 Land Cruiser, 2003 SL500, 2024 G63
Clearplex is best for G windshield. Have it on all Gs. No streaks or scuffs. Smooth as glass.
Local tint installer shoud have it or you order it from here...
https://targegard.com/product/5497/
Local tint installer shoud have it or you order it from here...
https://targegard.com/product/5497/
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w463a g400d, w213 e63, c190 amg gts ed1
exo sheield is "pet" film very good for daily vehicle. The "TPU" windshield is vulnerable to scratches.
Just be careful about spraying water on windows when you wash your car. Unlike other cars, there is no molding on the rim of the window, so if you make a mistake, the film will fall off.
Just be careful about spraying water on windows when you wash your car. Unlike other cars, there is no molding on the rim of the window, so if you make a mistake, the film will fall off.
