Re: bmw-digest V9 #747 Windshields

[Asmaradezn@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 12/26/98 22:49:26 Pacific Standard Time, owner-bmw-
digest@domain.elided writes:

<< Date: Sat, 26 Dec 1998 17:56:21 PST
 From: "Nikhil Raj" <nik_66@domain.elided>
 Subject: broken windshield - sorry to bring this up again
 
 Sorry for the opening this thread again, but I recently cracked my 
 windshield.  What's the scoop on replacement glass - what's the 
 preferred brands and by whom should I have it installed(dealer, body 
 shop, glass comp.)
 
 Thanks,
 Nik
 '94 325is >>
Nik: I assume that you don't have insurance for this.  Then, be aware that
glass shops use "Sigla" if you let them.  I am told that this is OEM but w/o
the "BMW" logo.  I have used both Sigla and BMW and have not seen a difference
(although there may be one).  If you must have "BMW" go to the dealer.  The
dealer will sometimes work with you on price.  He will probably farm
installation out to a glass shop whose labor rates are about half of his (he
makes his money on the parts, and the glass shop has more installation
expertise).  The glass shop will have to go to the dealer or someone else for
ancillary parts (e.g., plastic trim pieces) anyway.  No, you probably can't
(shouldn't) do it yourself.  Gone are the days when soapy water and a string
can "zip" in a windshield. 
Chas.
"83 633CSi
'85 528e
'88 735i
BMWCCA #44835

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