MINI2

CHRIS27 · Feb 9th, 2008, 04:48 PM

Anyone know if you can retrofit window tints, have a few questions:

1) how?
2) Who can do it?
3) How much will it cost?
4) Are they robust ie won't fall or scrape off?

any help would be much appreciated.

supa-dupa-cooper · Feb 9th, 2008, 04:51 PM

Window tinting from the factory is Darkened Glass.

Aftermarket tinting will be a film that is stick to the glass. Ive got the windows on my MINI ONE done (and had them done on my previous ONE as well) and ive never had a problem with the edges peeling or anything.

As long as its done professionally it will be ok

Mine were done by a local tinting firm.

James · Feb 9th, 2008, 05:24 PM

Just got mine done today for £75 and can't tell the difference from my old mini where they cost me £300!

adam_Randell · Feb 9th, 2008, 05:57 PM

Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price.

ALD0 · Feb 9th, 2008, 06:31 PM

I would always get professionally and see if they have a lifetime warranty against peeling.
Should cost no more than £150 for all windows minus the windscreen of course

James · Feb 9th, 2008, 06:37 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original)

Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price.

a place called shades tints nearby, its just a few people in a garage/shed but they're well-known locally for doing a good job

adam_Randell · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:55 PM

Thats relly good. The cheepest quote i could get by me was over £200

KenL · Feb 11th, 2008, 08:12 PM

Are you talking about just the rears or the front windows too?

If the fronts, is it not illegal now to tint the fronts?

ALD0 · Feb 12th, 2008, 06:04 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by KenL (original)

Are you talking about just the rears or the front windows too?

If the fronts, is it not illegal now to tint the fronts?

It's always been illegal to tint the fron Driver/Pass side, it's at the owners risk I guess.

KenL · Feb 12th, 2008, 06:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by ALD0 (original)

It's always been illegal to tint the fron Driver/Pass side, it's at the owners risk I guess.

...and everyone else on the road

ViscountCharles · Feb 12th, 2008, 07:24 PM

Are the tints one-way, or does it make it harder for the passengers to see out? Only I quite like the look of tints on the MINI, but my kids would object if they can't see out.

KenL · Feb 12th, 2008, 08:31 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by ViscountCharles (original)

Are the tints one-way, or does it make it harder for the passengers to see out? Only I quite like the look of tints on the MINI, but my kids would object if they can't see out.

Tints can not dicriminate, they reduce the amount of light entering the car and therefore your eyes.

They will still be able to see out, during the day at least.

andrewcregan · Feb 13th, 2008, 08:13 AM

I had my old car rear windows tinted and it looked great.
My opinion is
It is difficult to look in - good for security
Helps keep your car cool - along with passengers or pets
Barely affects looking out - just like wearing sunglasses
Will protect your interior from strong sunlight (if we get any this year!)
Always makes a MINI look even better

I paid about £170 for mine, and the job was superb

If you get caught with the front windows tinted, the Police watch you struggle to rip it out, before letting you drive off - with your fine (ask my sister - oops!)

KenL · Feb 15th, 2008, 06:27 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by andrewcregan (original)

Barely affects looking out - just like wearing sunglasses

Yes, but would you wear sunglasses at night!

Not you Andrew, I know you only got the rears done.

Quote: Originally Posted by andrewcregan (original)

If you get caught with the front windows tinted, the Police watch you struggle to rip it out, before letting you drive off - with your fine (ask my sister - oops!)

No offence to your sister, but it is against the law

Mily · Feb 16th, 2008, 04:02 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Crammy (original)

a place called shades tints nearby, its just a few people in a garage/shed but they're well-known locally for doing a good job

Was that Terry? I got mine done there and he did an awesome job, £75 for 3 windows and chucks in a free sun strip.

James · Feb 17th, 2008, 02:06 PM

ummm dno their name, there was about 5 of them though...it was down a dirt track though and had loads of smashed up cars outside? I didnt get a free sun strip

Mily · Feb 17th, 2008, 05:37 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Crammy (original)

ummm dno their name, there was about 5 of them though...it was down a dirt track though and had loads of smashed up cars outside? I didnt get a free sun strip

Was it in Wickford? Could have been the same place as it was down a random dirt track. Perhaps I battered my eyelids and managed to wangle a free sun strip!

J8YMP · Feb 17th, 2008, 08:52 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original)

Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price.

Adam
Midland tinting in Erdington (so not far for you) will tint the whole car for £90 any shades or just the back 3 for £80
Midlands Auto Tinting. For cars, vans, boats, homes and offices

I know 2 people who've had their minis done by them and they come highly recommended. Having mine done in a couple weeks

arvin · Feb 17th, 2008, 09:09 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Mily (original)

Was it in Wickford? Could have been the same place as it was down a random dirt track. Perhaps I battered my eyelids and managed to wangle a free sun strip!

yes it was in wickford near all those garden centres..
crammy batted his eyelids and got the lot for free

andrewcregan · Feb 17th, 2008, 09:17 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by KenL (original)

No offence to your sister, but it is against the law

Yep, it was a fair cop

Feb 9th, 2008, 04:48 PM	#1
CHRIS27 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 31 Offline	window tints Anyone know if you can retrofit window tints, have a few questions: 1) how? 2) Who can do it? 3) How much will it cost? 4) Are they robust ie won't fall or scrape off? any help would be much appreciated.

Feb 9th, 2008, 04:51 PM	#2 (permalink)
supa-dupa-cooper In S Club Heaven!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cloud MINI Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 18,975 Offline	Window tinting from the factory is Darkened Glass. Aftermarket tinting will be a film that is stick to the glass. Ive got the windows on my MINI ONE done (and had them done on my previous ONE as well) and ive never had a problem with the edges peeling or anything. As long as its done professionally it will be ok Mine were done by a local tinting firm. * The Italian Job 2008......Team 50 - Sponsor Us Here!* UNION JACK OWNERS CLUB GB002

Feb 9th, 2008, 05:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
adam_Randell 07' Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Droitwich Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 981 Offline	Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price. ...::HBS::... Heard Before Seen adam_randell www.heardbeforeseen.com

Feb 11th, 2008, 04:55 PM	#7 (permalink)
adam_Randell 07' Cooper My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Droitwich Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 981 Offline	Thats relly good. The cheepest quote i could get by me was over £200 ...::HBS::... Heard Before Seen adam_randell www.heardbeforeseen.com

Feb 11th, 2008, 08:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 5,210 Offline	Are you talking about just the rears or the front windows too? If the fronts, is it not illegal now to tint the fronts? Red/Black R56 Cooper

MINI2

Fuel for your MINI obsession

For all interior and In Car Entertainment discussion

Today
Sponsors	Sponsored Links Registered members do not see Google Ads posts, they can also post messages, pictures, and classified adverts. Register your free account today and become a member of MINI2 - MINI Forum

Feb 9th, 2008, 05:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
James MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 961 Offline	Just got mine done today for £75 and can't tell the difference from my old mini where they cost me £300!

Feb 9th, 2008, 06:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
ALD0 MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chester Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 9,432 Offline	I would always get professionally and see if they have a lifetime warranty against peeling. Should cost no more than £150 for all windows minus the windscreen of course

Feb 9th, 2008, 06:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
James MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 961 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original) Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price. a place called shades tints nearby, its just a few people in a garage/shed but they're well-known locally for doing a good job

Feb 12th, 2008, 06:04 PM	#9 (permalink)
ALD0 MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chester Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 9,432 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by KenL (original) Are you talking about just the rears or the front windows too? If the fronts, is it not illegal now to tint the fronts? It's always been illegal to tint the fron Driver/Pass side, it's at the owners risk I guess.

Feb 12th, 2008, 06:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 5,210 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by ALD0 (original) It's always been illegal to tint the fron Driver/Pass side, it's at the owners risk I guess. ...and everyone else on the road Red/Black R56 Cooper

Feb 12th, 2008, 07:24 PM	#11 (permalink)
ViscountCharles Waiting for Works Clubman Join Date: Feb 2008 Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 191 Offline	Are the tints one-way, or does it make it harder for the passengers to see out? Only I quite like the look of tints on the MINI, but my kids would object if they can't see out.

Feb 12th, 2008, 08:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 5,210 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by ViscountCharles (original) Are the tints one-way, or does it make it harder for the passengers to see out? Only I quite like the look of tints on the MINI, but my kids would object if they can't see out. Tints can not dicriminate, they reduce the amount of light entering the car and therefore your eyes. They will still be able to see out, during the day at least. Red/Black R56 Cooper

Feb 13th, 2008, 08:13 AM	#13 (permalink)
andrewcregan Andrew ATC Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cheshire Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 622 Online	I had my old car rear windows tinted and it looked great. My opinion is It is difficult to look in - good for security Helps keep your car cool - along with passengers or pets Barely affects looking out - just like wearing sunglasses Will protect your interior from strong sunlight (if we get any this year!) Always makes a MINI look even better I paid about £170 for mine, and the job was superb If you get caught with the front windows tinted, the Police watch you struggle to rip it out, before letting you drive off - with your fine (ask my sister - oops!)

Feb 15th, 2008, 06:27 PM	#14 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 5,210 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by andrewcregan (original) Barely affects looking out - just like wearing sunglasses Yes, but would you wear sunglasses at night! Not you Andrew, I know you only got the rears done. Quote: Originally Posted by andrewcregan (original) If you get caught with the front windows tinted, the Police watch you struggle to rip it out, before letting you drive off - with your fine (ask my sister - oops!) No offence to your sister, but it is against the law Red/Black R56 Cooper

Feb 16th, 2008, 04:02 PM	#15 (permalink)
Mily MINI Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 60 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Crammy (original) a place called shades tints nearby, its just a few people in a garage/shed but they're well-known locally for doing a good job Was that Terry? I got mine done there and he did an awesome job, £75 for 3 windows and chucks in a free sun strip.

Feb 17th, 2008, 02:06 PM	#16 (permalink)
James MINI2 Master Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 961 Offline	ummm dno their name, there was about 5 of them though...it was down a dirt track though and had loads of smashed up cars outside? I didnt get a free sun strip

Feb 17th, 2008, 05:37 PM	#17 (permalink)
Mily MINI Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 60 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Crammy (original) ummm dno their name, there was about 5 of them though...it was down a dirt track though and had loads of smashed up cars outside? I didnt get a free sun strip Was it in Wickford? Could have been the same place as it was down a random dirt track. Perhaps I battered my eyelids and managed to wangle a free sun strip!

Feb 17th, 2008, 08:52 PM	#18 (permalink)
J8YMP MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: in a house Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 120 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by adam_Randell (original) Where did you get them done?! Thats a really good price. Adam Midland tinting in Erdington (so not far for you) will tint the whole car for £90 any shades or just the back 3 for £80 Midlands Auto Tinting. For cars, vans, boats, homes and offices I know 2 people who've had their minis done by them and they come highly recommended. Having mine done in a couple weeks

Feb 17th, 2008, 09:09 PM	#19 (permalink)
arvin MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2007 Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 115 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Mily (original) Was it in Wickford? Could have been the same place as it was down a random dirt track. Perhaps I battered my eyelids and managed to wangle a free sun strip! yes it was in wickford near all those garden centres.. crammy batted his eyelids and got the lot for free

Feb 17th, 2008, 09:17 PM	#20 (permalink)
andrewcregan Andrew ATC Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cheshire Local Time: 11:13 AM Posts: 622 Online	Quote: Originally Posted by KenL (original) No offence to your sister, but it is against the law Yep, it was a fair cop

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Window Tints	amalgam786	Exterior	3	Mar 16th, 2005 04:57 PM
Window tints	Irlmin	MINI Cooper	10	Dec 17th, 2004 07:01 PM
Window Tints	GeordieDave	General Discussion	2	Nov 4th, 2004 12:38 PM
how much for window tints	Fizzle	General Discussion	7	Dec 19th, 2003 04:35 PM
Anyone got the same window tints?	cooper7	Exterior	7	Nov 28th, 2002 09:31 AM