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      06-30-2008, 07:02 PM   #1
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Dunno if this is right forum sorry but today while driving on the interstate a rock/pepple must have kicked up and hit my winshield, it knicked it and a crack about 6 inches long formed. Does BMW warranty cover this, (i know that florida insurance covers 1 winshield a year)???
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      06-30-2008, 07:05 PM   #2
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They sold windshield warranty but you had to add it when you bought your car.
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      06-30-2008, 07:17 PM   #3
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Doesn't anybody carry comprehensive insurance any more?
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      06-30-2008, 07:21 PM   #4
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A new windshield: $300.
Zero deductible glass coverage: well... $0.
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A new windshield is going to be a lot more than $300, especially with the rain sensor.
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      06-30-2008, 08:04 PM   #6
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A new windshield is going to be a lot more than $300, especially with the rain sensor.
I don't know how that would be. The installer said that the cost of the windshield is $300.
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I don't know how that would be. The installer said that the cost of the windshield is $300.
How about the rain sensor, you'd need a new one.

I was quoted about 1200 for BMW original parts. I purchased the warranty when I bought the car.
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      06-30-2008, 11:23 PM   #8
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And I was quoted $300.
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      07-01-2008, 06:52 AM   #9
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And I was quoted $300.
$300 - Is that your insurance deductible? Seems a little low unless your insurance picks up the balance.
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      07-01-2008, 08:10 AM   #10
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When the installer states, "The windshield isn't that expensive, it is only $300." He isn't referring to a deductible. Plus, I don't have one.
If it makes you feel better to pay more for the windshield, go right ahead. Bottom line: My OEM winshield was $300.
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When the installer states, "The windshield isn't that expensive, it is only $300." He isn't referring to a deductible. Plus, I don't have one.
If it makes you feel better to pay more for the windshield, go right ahead. Bottom line: My OEM winshield was $300.
Red135 - That is a stinking good price. Do you know the manufacturer of the windshield? If any of the rest of us need to replace a windshield it would be worth knowing that this one is available, because the BMW replacement will be a heck of a lot more. I'm always into saving $$$. I'm amazed that the OEM versions are already on the market since this car is so new.

Also - is it tinted? And do your rain sensors work? (Although in AZ - who would care?)
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      07-01-2008, 03:28 PM   #12
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I just checked with parts, and they are $300.
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      07-01-2008, 03:58 PM   #13
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yeah $300 for the windshield...then labor, seals, adheasive....and all the extras...adds up fast....unless you know how to replace it yourself
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      07-01-2008, 04:41 PM   #14
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Red135 - That is a stinking good price. Do you know the manufacturer of the windshield? If any of the rest of us need to replace a windshield it would be worth knowing that this one is available, because the BMW replacement will be a heck of a lot more. I'm always into saving $$$. I'm amazed that the OEM versions are already on the market since this car is so new.

Also - is it tinted? And do your rain sensors work? (Although in AZ - who would care?)
The manufacturer is Pilkington. It is the same as the windshield that comes from the factory (it has the little Roundel), as that the car is so new there are no other options. We had to wait for a delivery of windshields to arrive. Apparently on the 1-series it is a popular item.
We aren't permitted to tint the windshield in AZ, so no, it isn't tinted.
Everything works.
Also, someone said they had to leave their car at the dealership overnight to let it cure. It took 3 hours.
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