windshield replacement shop?

[exVtekGuy]

if anyone has any shop recommendation for windshield replacement, let me know. thanks

[ra2289]

I just recently had to replace my windshield due to a rock and ended up going through my insurance and using Safelite Autoglass.

I was offered OEM or Non-OEM but went with the OEM due to some issues the tech. mentioned he'd seen come up with the non-OEM glass. Mainly the rear view mirror not mounting/aligning properly and interfering with the camera calibrations that need to be run. If you run into calibration issues—which Safelite also does—the dealership won't touch it if it's aftermarket glass, or so I was told. I have HUD and cameras so wanted to make sure everything worked correctly.

Everything was done at my job so that was a plus for my schedule.

[exVtekGuy]

Originally Posted by ra2289

I just recently had to replace my windshield due to a rock and ended up going through my insurance and using Safelite Autoglass.

I was offered OEM or Non-OEM but went with the OEM due to some issues the tech. mentioned he'd seen come up with the non-OEM glass. Mainly the rear view mirror not mounting/aligning properly and interfering with the camera calibrations that need to be run. If you run into calibration issues—which Safelite also does—the dealership won't touch it if it's aftermarket glass, or so I was told. I have HUD and cameras so wanted to make sure everything worked correctly.

Everything was done at my job so that was a plus for my schedule.

thanks for the feedback. any issue with seal or increased nose? I'm a bit paranoid after issues with my Prius windshield was replaced as part of accident repair and had issues with leaks and noise.

[ra2289]

Originally Posted by exVtekGuy

thanks for the feedback. any issue with seal or increased nose? I'm a bit paranoid after issues with my Prius windshield was replaced as part of accident repair and had issues with leaks and noise.

No issues at all. No increase in wind noise. Seals all look good. No leaks. HUD, cameras, and all features that use the cameras work with no issues.

This is with OEM glass. If you choose aftermarket glass then YMMV, I don't have any experience there.

[Crazyprac]

I've use Safelite twice for my Evos windshield. I first replaced with OEM then got dmg by a rock on a road trip. Then got an aftermarket one after and that has lasted me several years. Great customer service at the Bethesda store. U wouldn't have hesitation taking my m3 there.

[alex2364]

I’ve had very good experience here, better than any Safelite. https://www.yelp.com/biz/windshield-city-chantilly