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Originally Posted by BroDoze
It's the lesser of two evils (so far) for me. People don't realize that cars can get damaged while getting a new windshield.
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Yes, because getting cars damaged while replacing windshields is NOT at thing.
I've had windshields replaced in multiple cars over the years (mostly BMWs), pre- and post- glued-on structural windshield era. Former were simpler and cheaper than the latter, but both can be done without any damage to the car itself. When done properly and competently.
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Originally Posted by BroDoze
I've had what is the highest quality windshield shop in town damage the hell out of my roof and A-pillars trying to get an old windshield out. Every car I've owned getting a windshield replaced has gotten damaged in some way - a few quite badly due to the old sealant acting as a permeant adhesive.
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Perhaps you need to look for another glass shop?
Removing windshield that has been urethan-glued is not hard, usually done with a wire, then cleanup. Trim may, or may not, survive. I usually paid for new trim either way.
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Originally Posted by BroDoze
Also, with most windshields costing anywhere from $1,500-$3,000 on mainstream cars now, that means an automatic insurance claim/deducible for most of us.
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This is a bit misleading on two (3) levels:
- Most insurance policies carry separate glass-only coverage with minimum or zero deductibles (frequently state mandated).
- Glass claims are treated as no-fault, thus no premium increases
- Most glass still costs $600-900, unless you have HUD on yours (or you own a Tesla).
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Originally Posted by BroDoze
This is very highly location-specific too. The road gravel and sand year-around in CO is horrendous. They pretty much got rid of street-sweepers after dumping gravel during snowstorms. It'll trash a new windshield in a few days top a few months.
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Fair point.
YMMV,
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