[chiefneil]

Originally Posted by JneneJ

Anyone experience this at night with your window tint? I didn't have that in my e46. F30 does with new tint. Doesn't really bother me but just wanted to see if it was normal.

Probably just needs to dry/cure. Give it a month before getting worried. Park the car outside on sunny days to speed things up.

[JneneJ]

Originally Posted by chiefneil

Probably just needs to dry/cure. Give it a month before getting worried. Park the car outside on sunny days to speed things up.

Cool thanks bro! Should start to get hotter here soon in the Bay Area

[chiefneil]

Originally Posted by CoopersF15

Starting to feel like $475 for llumar pinnacle ceramic all round and the Air on the front shield is really steep

Actually sounds pretty reasonable. The front windshield alone can be pretty expensive.

People in really hot, sunny states like me in AZ need every bit of protection we can get so paying top dollar is worth it. For less hot climates, it doesn't necessarily make sense to try to get that last 2% of TSER. On my 335i I paid out the nose for 3M Crystalline but it was worth definitely worth it for Phoenix. Up in NJ or CA, I'd go a bit cheaper but probably stick with a Ceramic of some sort.

CXP is a nice tint, we've had it on our X5 for about 6 years with no issues. It has a bit of a "thick" look (e.g. slightly cloudy) when viewing the glass at a steep angle, but it's not really noticeable unless you're looking for it.

[louielouie]

Originally Posted by CoopersF15

My user name says F15, but I have F31 too which is getting the tint, so it's 3 series sized vehicle of course. It had a slightly larger rear 3/4 window but that's it.

On reflection I've been looking for a while for a reputable shop- and I did choose them based on excellent feedback from another forum member.


I have visited their and their workspace is top notch, which I appreciate costs more than a back alley shed to run, and should impart a better quality job overall.

Dudes who work there seem happy so I feel confident it's money well spent for what I hope is a hassle free experience and if I do have issues I would think they get sorted.

Just thought I'd throw this out there.

I've gone to Pro Tint which is in the SGV for my past 3 cars.

Actually considering going this weekend. Was quoted $270 for 3M Color Stable on my 435i. They usually will haggle a bit also.

[vooonoo]

Originally Posted by CoopersF15

Llumar pinnacle is the name of it, its ceramic. It's not the highest in their range which is the stratos line think.

I probably would have gone CTX myself but wanted balance of maximum heat rejection and price and the Pinnacle film seems to fit that bill.

How is the Formula One Pinnacle compared to the CTX? Got a quote for that for 400 wondering if it's worth it over the ctx

[ZoranTerzic]

Originally Posted by vooonoo

I have a 328 Got a quote for just the back windows and it was a little high, 300 for the back window 75 for the quarter window and 125 for the back passenger window.... those were per window... 600 bucks.... LLumar CTX film... what did you guys get yours tinted for?

Holy shit! What a ripoff.
I paid $200 for my 435i coupe.

[CoopersF15]

Originally Posted by vooonoo

How is the Formula One Pinnacle compared to the CTX? Got a quote for that for 400 wondering if it's worth it over the ctx

I don't recall the exact spec differences, sorry - I figured at the time when talking to the shop that I was willing to pay the difference.

[vooonoo]

Alright I narrowed it down to Formula One Pinnacle, or Huper Optik Ceramic. They're the same price, seem relatively similar in performance... Which would you guys rather have? Do you have any issues with these?

[jmg]

Originally Posted by BlueCrabMafia

That's a ridiculous number for that work. $200-300 should be the range for an F30.

Incorrect. Expect to pay north of $350-400 for good ceramic tint. The cheap stuff is $200.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by vooonoo

How is the Formula One Pinnacle compared to the CTX? Got a quote for that for 400 wondering if it's worth it over the ctx

I've had Formula One Pinnacle and Huper Optic, both were great.

[vooonoo]

Originally Posted by jmg

I've had Formula One Pinnacle and Huper Optic, both were great.

Did you prefer one over the other? I read something about one of them causing interference with the fob reducing the distance but i can't find the thread anymore

[jmg]

Originally Posted by vooonoo

Did you prefer one over the other? I read something about one of them causing interference with the fob reducing the distance but i can't find the thread anymore

None of them caused any interference whatsoever. I didn't notice anything tangibly different either.

[BlueCrabMafia]

Originally Posted by jmg

Incorrect. Expect to pay north of $350-400 for good ceramic tint. The cheap stuff is $200.

Sorry, but it's not incorrect. I worked in a tint shop. If you're paying north of $350-400 for ANY kind of tint, you are being robbed blind.

And I have absolutely no idea how shops in CA get away with charging what's being posted in this thread.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by BlueCrabMafia

Sorry, but it's not incorrect. I worked in a tint shop. If you're paying north of $350-400 for ANY kind of tint, you are being robbed blind.

And I have absolutely no idea how shops in CA get away with charging what's being posted in this thread.

I'd be happy to recant if I could find an example of a premium ceramic brand being installed for $200. In fact, I'd give you my business if you were in Los Angeles.

[vooonoo]

Originally Posted by jmg

I'd be happy to recant if I could find an example of a premium ceramic brand being installed for $200. In fact, I'd give you my business if you were in Los Angeles.

If he was in la he’d charge you 400 tho...

[BlueCrabMafia]

Originally Posted by jmg

I'd be happy to recant if I could find an example of a premium ceramic brand being installed for $200. In fact, I'd give you my business if you were in Los Angeles.

Originally Posted by vooonoo

If he was in la he’d charge you 400 tho...

Window tint purchased from a supplier costs the same no matter where the shop is located. Whether it's Los Angles or Washington D.C., the only difference in price will be shipping charges. A roll of film doesn't cost more for a shop in CA than it does in any other state.

The amount of tint needed for an F30 of premium ceramic film is around $100-$120 depending on the manufacturer of the film. Anything above $120 is pure labor charge by the shop. A good tint shop should be able to do an F30 in 2 hours. So they can make anywhere from $80-$130 if they charge between $200-$250.

So if you're paying $400 for ceramic tint, you're getting raped to the tune of $280-$300 for 2 hours of labor. That's ridiculous.

I paid a shop $220 for 3M Ceramic tint on my F30 in Ohio.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by BlueCrabMafia

Window tint purchased from a supplier costs the same no matter where the shop is located. Whether it's Los Angles or Washington D.C., the only difference in price will be shipping charges. A roll of film doesn't cost more for a shop in CA than it does in any other state.

The amount of tint needed for an F30 of premium ceramic film is around $100-$120 depending on the manufacturer of the film. Anything above $120 is pure labor charge by the shop. A good tint shop should be able to do an F30 in 2 hours. So they can make anywhere from $80-$130 if they charge between $200-$250.

So if you're paying $400 for ceramic tint, you're getting raped to the tune of $280-$300 for 2 hours of labor. That's ridiculous.

I paid a shop $220 for 3M Ceramic tint on my F30 in Ohio.

When we're paying $1.5mil for a home that costs $500k in most other places, the $300 upcharge for tint is the LEAST of my worries!

We do have awesome weather here though and the benefits of tint are actually all year round. So really, we are getting more us out of it than most other places were you guys have "winter" and stuff.

I'm half joking, but I'm also kind of being honest.

[CoopersF15]

[QUOTE=jmg;22816070]

Originally Posted by BlueCrabMafia

Window tint purchased from a supplier costs the same no matter where the shop is located. Whether it's Los Angles or Washington D.C., the only difference in price will be shipping charges. A roll of film doesn't cost more for a shop in CA than it does in any other state.

The amount of tint needed for an F30 of premium ceramic film is around $100-$120 depending on the manufacturer of the film. Anything above $120 is pure labor charge by the shop. A good tint shop should be able to do an F30 in 2 hours. So they can make anywhere from $80-$130 if they charge between $200-$250.

So if you're paying $400 for ceramic tint, you're getting raped to the tune of $280-$300 for 2 hours of labor. That's ridiculous.

I paid a shop $220 for 3M Ceramic tint on my F30 in Ohio.

I think you said you used to work at a tint place...What were you paid hourly at your tint shop and did you get any other employment benefits? Was it a professional outfit with proper premises and insurance etc? Marketing? Tools and equipment etc?

Just curious if you can figure what the true hourly rate cost would be per vehicle when all that is factored in to the equation?

Originally Posted by jmg

When we're paying $1.5mil for a home that costs $500k in most other places, the $300 upcharge for tint is the LEAST of my worries!

We do have awesome weather here though and the benefits of tint are actually all year round. So really, we are getting more us out of it than most other places were you guys have "winter" and stuff.

I'm half joking, but I'm also kind of being honest.

Well, there is that.

[StockLOL]

Originally Posted by jmg

When we're paying $1.5mil for a home that costs $500k in most other places, the $300 upcharge for tint is the LEAST of my worries!

We do have awesome weather here though and the benefits of tint are actually all year round. So really, we are getting more us out of it than most other places were you guys have "winter" and stuff.

I'm half joking, but I'm also kind of being honest.

$1.5 mil gets you 1500 sq ft and 50 years old where I live! So I go to the city of Orange and get all my cars done with Llumar 20% film $125 bucks. Gotta save my pennies to afford the house.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by StockLOL

$1.5 mil gets you 1500 sq ft and 50 years old where I live! So I go to the city of Orange and get all my cars done with Llumar 20% film $125 bucks. Gotta save my pennies to afford the house.

Newport Beach is ridiculous! Llumar ceramic? What shop?

[StockLOL]

Originally Posted by jmg

Newport Beach is ridiculous! Llumar ceramic? What shop?

Yes it is! Mikes Tint in Orange right next to Angel Stadium, that’s for regular I think ceramic would be 225. They’ve tinted I think four cars of mine over the last few years. One time it wasn’t sticking well and they fixed it soon as I called, great service but they’re super busy so even with an appointment they take 3-4 hours to do your car.

[dsc888]

Hey guys,

Any one here for Boston (Southshore area) with a place you recommend? I've seen pricing of around $400 for 35% ceramic tints. Basic tints are around $250. I hate the heat and want something with good IR rejection. Thanks so much!