4GC

jd_perspective · 11-05-2014, 10:20 AM

Just ordered a 4GC and the first thing I must do is get it tinted, however I wanted to inquire on these cars since I'm new to BMW. Any known problems or things to watch out for when getting these cars tinted? I ask because I know these are frame-less windows and that means rubbing on the tint when the doors close. Also, I've had a car in the past that was known for scratching front window tint if you didn't put moleskin over the window guides. (learned that the hard way)

So just was curious if there is anything I should know... thanks!

Jarviiiis · 11-11-2014, 06:52 AM

I have a 2015 435i coupe and the tint shop had an issue with both the framless windows and the dot matrix at the edges of the window.

The frameless window made it so he had to sit in the car with the door closed so he could apply the bottom part of the tint, since every time you open the door the window adjusts down / up when you close it.

The dot-matrix isn't a problem proprietary to any particular make or model.. it is just difficult to deal with since there are small deviations in the texture window which makes it difficult for the film to stick.

I have heard of some instances where people will actually sand/grind the dot-matrix down to provide a smoother surface for the tint to adhere to.

jd_perspective · 11-11-2014, 11:52 AM

Interesting... there must be a way to turn off the window roll-down. I'm guessing just a battery disconnect or something. I'll have to investigate!

reddemon73 · 11-19-2014, 05:39 PM

There is a button you push on the side of the door to keep the window from coming down when the door is open. Most good tint shop should not have a problem with this. All frameless coupe has this option on the car, not just BMW

_Mbition · 12-06-2014, 11:11 PM

While open, Push the door latch down. Tricks the door into thinking it's closed and rolls the window up..

Mike_L · 12-06-2014, 11:17 PM

If you can't find the button to keep them up, just pull the fuse. Easier than disconnecting the battery and having to reinitialize everything.

katsbimmer · 12-07-2014, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Mbition

While open, Push the door latch down. Tricks the door into thinking it's closed and rolls the window up..

Yup thats what my tint shop did...

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jd_perspective Captain 344 Rep 906 Posts Drives: 2016 X3 35i M-Sport Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0)	4GC - Tint issues, warnings, advice? Just ordered a 4GC and the first thing I must do is get it tinted, however I wanted to inquire on these cars since I'm new to BMW. Any known problems or things to watch out for when getting these cars tinted? I ask because I know these are frame-less windows and that means rubbing on the tint when the doors close. Also, I've had a car in the past that was known for scratching front window tint if you didn't put moleskin over the window guides. (learned that the hard way) So just was curious if there is anything I should know... thanks! __________________ 2016 X3 35i M-Sport 2019 440i Coupe M-Sport - Retired 2018 330i Sedan M-Sport - Retired 2015 428i Gran Coupe M-Sport - Retired Last edited by jd_perspective; 11-05-2014 at 10:21 AM.. Reason: formatting... gah!
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Jarviiiis Panda F32 28 Rep 70 Posts Drives: 2015 F32 435i xDrive Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: 614 iTrader: (0)	I have a 2015 435i coupe and the tint shop had an issue with both the framless windows and the dot matrix at the edges of the window. The frameless window made it so he had to sit in the car with the door closed so he could apply the bottom part of the tint, since every time you open the door the window adjusts down / up when you close it. The dot-matrix isn't a problem proprietary to any particular make or model.. it is just difficult to deal with since there are small deviations in the texture window which makes it difficult for the film to stick. I have heard of some instances where people will actually sand/grind the dot-matrix down to provide a smoother surface for the tint to adhere to. Last edited by Jarviiiis; 11-11-2014 at 06:53 AM.. Reason: grind*
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jd_perspective Captain 344 Rep 906 Posts Drives: 2016 X3 35i M-Sport Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0)	Interesting... there must be a way to turn off the window roll-down. I'm guessing just a battery disconnect or something. I'll have to investigate! __________________ 2016 X3 35i M-Sport 2019 440i Coupe M-Sport - Retired 2018 330i Sedan M-Sport - Retired 2015 428i Gran Coupe M-Sport - Retired
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reddemon73 Major 103 Rep 1,392 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW 435 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle iTrader: (1)	There is a button you push on the side of the door to keep the window from coming down when the door is open. Most good tint shop should not have a problem with this. All frameless coupe has this option on the car, not just BMW __________________ 2014 435i M Sport //AW, CR//premium, tech, lightening pkgs//20% tint//full clear bra//ppk//blk grills//20" Vertini wheels//digital gauge//Apple Carplay//MPE with catted DP//VSRF charge pipe//Wagner FMIC//
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_Mbition Private First Class 106 Rep 180 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NYC.&.LA iTrader: (0)	While open, Push the door latch down. Tricks the door into thinking it's closed and rolls the window up.. __________________ PAST LOVES:: 2 E39's, 4 F30's, 1 E92 M, 1 F80 M, 1 F15 e, and an F56. CURRENT:: 2ND E92 M3.
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Mike_L Banned 284 Rep 1,961 Posts Drives: 2015 335xi GT M-Sport MPPK Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: New York City iTrader: (2)	If you can't find the button to keep them up, just pull the fuse. Easier than disconnecting the battery and having to reinitialize everything.
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