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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 05:45 AM
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Tint on the Roadster

Has anyone tinted their windows on their Roadster? I'm wondering if it's smart to tint the side windows and not the rear one. I don't want to end up with scratches on the tint from the roof open and close action. Any thoughts or experience with this? I don't want the car to look weird either if I don't tint the rear window and just the side ones.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 07:08 AM
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Yes. In FL tint is a must. Had the side windows and rear done. No scratches so far on the back.

On the subject of window tint, my son owns a tiny shop and FWIW be sure to find a shop that warranties the work for life and uses Lumaar or SunTek film. Don't let them tell you 3M is best, it's overpriced and really not worth the money.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 07:37 AM
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Tinted as well...3M FX. No scratches. I used 35% on the sides and 50% on the rear. Doing the rear really helps with the headlights in your eyes




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Old Jun 6, 2013 | 10:35 PM
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BlueToy, is there any chance you could give us a few more pics of your Roadster with the top off in daylight? I would like to see how that looks. I am considering a black Roadster myself. Thank you in advance.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2013 | 09:38 AM
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I just had my windows done last weekend, I did 18% on sides and back. No scratches and the top has been up and down a few times.

It's likely I will forget, but i'll try to get some pics. I just washed it last night and it's gorgeous, but I just never get her out for a photoshoot.
 
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