Windscreen Replacement
Discussion
My 530D, now just over 3 years old, has got a scratched windscreen.
If I go through the insurance, it will be a non-branded part, that will be used to replace it. Supposedly, with all the correct sensors, etc.
My insurance company's preferred windscreen company seem to be National Windscreens.
Can anyone who has had similar report whether there were any issues ? Just slightly concerned as none of my previous cars have needed windscreen replacement.
If I go through the insurance, it will be a non-branded part, that will be used to replace it. Supposedly, with all the correct sensors, etc.
My insurance company's preferred windscreen company seem to be National Windscreens.
Can anyone who has had similar report whether there were any issues ? Just slightly concerned as none of my previous cars have needed windscreen replacement.
ThunderSpook said:
Had mine replaced on my 55 plate E61 about a month ago. Light and wiper sensors seem to be working fine. This was done by National Windscreens and it's Pilkington glass that was installed.
Thanks for the vote of confidence.Would this affect BMW AUC Warranty in any way ?
National Windscreens fitted a genuine BMW screen to my E39. I had to specifically request it.
Our Z4 has a non genuine windscreen fitted. When it was under AUC warranty there were lots of issues getting an issue with the wipers sorted because of this non-genuine screen (Which I might add was supplied with the car as an AUC).
Our Z4 has a non genuine windscreen fitted. When it was under AUC warranty there were lots of issues getting an issue with the wipers sorted because of this non-genuine screen (Which I might add was supplied with the car as an AUC).
Fox- said:
National Windscreens fitted a genuine BMW screen to my E39. I had to specifically request it.
Our Z4 has a non genuine windscreen fitted. When it was under AUC warranty there were lots of issues getting an issue with the wipers sorted because of this non-genuine screen (Which I might add was supplied with the car as an AUC).
Did the insurance pay for the genuine screen to be fitted ?Our Z4 has a non genuine windscreen fitted. When it was under AUC warranty there were lots of issues getting an issue with the wipers sorted because of this non-genuine screen (Which I might add was supplied with the car as an AUC).
Fox- said:
sinizter said:
Did the insurance pay for the genuine screen to be fitted ?
Yes.I haven't talked to my insurance yet, but Elephant seem to use National Windscreens. I called National Windscreens up and they said they would use non BMW glass. I would much prefer BMW glass be fitted, even if I have to pay some on top of the normal excess.
I also called Autoglass who said they use non-BMW glass as well.
Part of the concern is that I have BMW AUC Warranty for another 21 months or so and wouldn't want that to be compromised. I also don't have the time for people to try to fit a windscreen 3 times (if they need to) and for more back and forth between BMW and the windscreen company should any warranty work be required, for which they might try to blame the non-BMW glass and sensors.
OP, I understand your concerns.
Brands such as Guardian, Pilkington and Saint Gobain (Sekurit) manufacture OEM glass. They also manufacture aftermarket non OEM branded equivalents. In most cases you wouldn't tell them apart. However, if you look closely, there are some quality differences between the two.
In terms of aftermarket, there are also cheaper 'budget' brands (the most common are from China and more recently, a lesser known Polish brand which, as it happens is only available from the supply 'arm' to the National Windscreens business).
All screens must meet very tough quality and compliance criteria but having said that, there are some which must have scraped in by a whisker!
Several years ago, FuYao was the budget brand which didn't matter if you had a well used old Transit but: Land Rover Freelander 2, BMW Mini Coupe, Subaru and a few Audis are now glazed with FY glass at source; OEM branded. FY has really upped the anti. I fitted a BMW 5 (f10) with an FY windscreen which I have to say, could not be faulted. Nordglass (Polish) is OK, but still very hit and miss for overall quality.
From a consumer POV, why shouldn't you have the choice for OEM glass? There's a chance that if there were issues (in terms of the sensor hardware, or poor fitting) the first 'problem' to be flagged will be a non-BMW screen. Besides, try selling the car back to BMW and the potential for them to 'devalue' the car for non genuine parts is realistic.
Call me if you would like to discuss it further. Happy to help.
Brands such as Guardian, Pilkington and Saint Gobain (Sekurit) manufacture OEM glass. They also manufacture aftermarket non OEM branded equivalents. In most cases you wouldn't tell them apart. However, if you look closely, there are some quality differences between the two.
In terms of aftermarket, there are also cheaper 'budget' brands (the most common are from China and more recently, a lesser known Polish brand which, as it happens is only available from the supply 'arm' to the National Windscreens business).
All screens must meet very tough quality and compliance criteria but having said that, there are some which must have scraped in by a whisker!
Several years ago, FuYao was the budget brand which didn't matter if you had a well used old Transit but: Land Rover Freelander 2, BMW Mini Coupe, Subaru and a few Audis are now glazed with FY glass at source; OEM branded. FY has really upped the anti. I fitted a BMW 5 (f10) with an FY windscreen which I have to say, could not be faulted. Nordglass (Polish) is OK, but still very hit and miss for overall quality.
From a consumer POV, why shouldn't you have the choice for OEM glass? There's a chance that if there were issues (in terms of the sensor hardware, or poor fitting) the first 'problem' to be flagged will be a non-BMW screen. Besides, try selling the car back to BMW and the potential for them to 'devalue' the car for non genuine parts is realistic.
Call me if you would like to discuss it further. Happy to help.
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