Originally Posted by JohnG
Did you read the other recent BITOG thread on this subject? It is titled "School me on tint". Lot's of additional info on that one, pus pictures.
Word of warning. If you go too dark, you'll not only be in trouble with the law, but you'll be in trouble at night.
Yes.
Thanks for the reminder. I perused that forum and did get my tint just a few days ago. Will update my experience there as well.
I found a really impressive looking shop per website and went by a week later to talk and see about options.
Basically they have 3 tints, mid and top end are both ceramic. I didn't get into much schooling on them and they didn't go hard-sell to the other tints. Can't even tell you the costs but I did get the "CS" tint (lowest tier on pricing) done on my Sportwagen telling them I didn't want to go Gangster Dark, something offering some privacy and good or classy look. Was thinking 30 or 35 % and I think I went 30. Our laws say 27% is the limit. We talked in the shop and I wanted to see tint on cars so we went outside and checked a few out. They did great work and the car looks just as I hoped, looking more sportwagen than station wagon.
The upgrade tints did show a few stats for improved heat and UV rejection but it was not a big jump.
$249 and the teeny triangle window up front was blacked out as they said might be the case since it's a pain to get to from inside.
I added (paid extra) for the headlamp cover that is clear and helps the lens stay clear rather than fog-over, helps with rock or debris cracking or chipping too. It's entirely invisible and does not muddle the headlights at night, still crystal clear.
For me, the tint is just a personal choice in a few To-Do things for this car. I may never go APR tune or much investing in upgrades but plan on replacing OEM wheels / tires when due with something offering a sporty upgrade and appearance. It's the "S" model so no bright work or flashy chrome, keeping it mostly low-key.