R56 Alternative to window tinting
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From: Across the midwest
Alternative to window tinting
I have always been ambivalent regarding aftermarket window tinting. It looks good, but in my experience over the long haul, there are always issues with color, bubbling, and nowadays concerns with interference with various electronics. Anyway, I ordered a set of the Mini sunshades for the rear side and back windows. There are the same material as the moonroof shade and install very easily. It give the darkened look to the back from the outside and limits the sun to the inside. Albeit there is no shade for the door glass available but I never like those windows darkened anyway. I think it is a good alternative. It is removable and not too expensive (~$180 to my door with BMWCCA discount from the dealer).
any pics?
I have always been ambivalent regarding aftermarket window tinting. It looks good, but in my experience over the long haul, there are always issues with color, bubbling, and nowadays concerns with interference with various electronics. Anyway, I ordered a set of the Mini sunshades for the rear side and back windows. There are the same material as the moonroof shade and install very easily. It give the darkened look to the back from the outside and limits the sun to the inside. Albeit there is no shade for the door glass available but I never like those windows darkened anyway. I think it is a good alternative. It is removable and not too expensive (~$180 to my door with BMWCCA discount from the dealer).
I am fanatic about visability. Anything that limits my ability to see gets addressed quickly. I shy away from dark tinting because it may hamper driving at night.
I still would be intrested in some pics of the product. It may make the grade.
I still would be intrested in some pics of the product. It may make the grade.
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 204
Likes: 3
From: Across the midwest
Here are a couple of quick pictures. It is difficult to tell from the inside picture, but the visibility to the outside is not really affected at all. I like it!






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