window sticker and protective film removal

[DonFresh]

Hi All

Just brought an old fiesta to play around with, trying to bring it back to pristine condition just as a little project.
its got a few stickers on the windscreen and rear window that are pretty well stuck on, what the best way to remove these? any tricks?

Also, while I'm here, on the side panels there is a protective film that comes about half way up the door and covers both sides, giving it a slight colour contrast, it has peeled away in some areas and I think it might look better if I completely remove them as I don't think its something that can be repaired. again, are there any tricks or is there any best way to do this?

Thanks

[paintman]

Hot air gun usually works & that's how I remove stuff from cars, vans & caravans. Don't go mad as if you overdo it it will also do the paint!
Customer of mine uses boiling water to aid in removing signage from vans - but I wouldn't suggest tipping boiling water on the glass

Edited by paintman on Friday 19th February 11:02

[robdcfc]

On glass, use a single edged razor blade to peel them off followed by a quick wipe with a bit of thinner to remove any glue residue.

[Glassman]

robdcfc said:

On glass, use a single edged razor blade to peel them off followed by a quick wipe with a bit of thinner to remove any glue residue.

Not advisable on heated rears, or glass which has an alarm or antenna matrix on it.

[belleair302]

Hair dryer has worked for me in the past. Then a good clean with a decent glass cleaner. WD40 isn't bad on the residue.

[DonFresh]

thanks guys. i got the stickers off fine, just need to sort this out, hope the picture helps. anyone tackled something like this before?

[belleair302]

That may require a heat gun....not something one uses without a little experience. Take to local bodyshop for a chat.