Windshield Replacement Recommendation

!LEFTCOAST! · 04-20-2013, 08:59 PM

I got a cracked windshield beyond repair the other day on the freeway. I'm going threw insurance to have replaced (OEM GLASS) but was wondering if anyone can possibly recommend a competent shop that you have dealt with that can perform the replacement for me. I know some say just take it any place because it's just removing the old and installing the new but I have friends/family that have taking it anywhere with very bad results. I Thought about the dealer but I've heard most just out source the work and charge a premium. Any advice would be appreciated.

Eagle1oh7 · 04-20-2013, 09:09 PM

So if you're going through insurance(Paid a deductible right?) why are you worried about dealership prices?

!LEFTCOAST! · 04-20-2013, 09:16 PM

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So if you're going through insurance(Paid a deductible right?) why are you worried about dealership prices?

Because if dealership prices are excessive insurance will only cover so much and the rest will have to come out of pocket. Done some searching online and from what I've read people are quoting around $1000 - $1300 from the dealer which I doubt my insurance will go for. Since most dealers don't even perform work in house I figure why even bother if they're just the middle man.

Eagle1oh7 · 04-20-2013, 09:19 PM

Well the dealer usually has a body shop that is certified by BMW(usually an extension of the dealership located nearby). Who is your insurance provider? I had to go in for body damage and paid for the deductible and there wasn't an issue, especially since the collision center was part of insurer's network of approved shops.

!LEFTCOAST! · 04-20-2013, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Eagle1oh7

Well the dealer usually has a body shop that is certified by BMW(usually an extension of the dealership located nearby). Who is your insurance provider? I had to go in for body damage and paid for the deductible and there wasn't an issue, especially since the collision center was part of insurer's network of approved shops.

Allstate

Eagle1oh7 · 04-20-2013, 09:30 PM

Did you check the bodyshop network to see if BMW's collision center is part of it? I'm with Liberty Mutual so there's never a concern where body damage is concerned.

!LEFTCOAST! · 04-20-2013, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Eagle1oh7

Did you check the bodyshop network to see if BMW's collision center is part of it? I'm with Liberty Mutual so there's never a concern where body damage is concerned.

No, This just happened yesterday evening and spoke with Allstate this morning so I haven't done much yet. I'll have to wait until Monday but I'll look into that. Thanks......

Eagle1oh7 · 04-20-2013, 09:41 PM

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No, This just happened yesterday evening and spoke with Allstate this morning so I haven't done much yet. I'll have to wait until Monday but I'll look into that. Thanks......

Ah, ok. Well as far as the law is concerned, you don't have to get multiple quotes so if they tell you to do it, don't waste your time. You can also pick whatever shop you want as well according to that same law. Good luck!

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!LEFTCOAST! Captain 185 Rep 890 Posts Drives: E92-SG-335i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SO.CAL 91750 iTrader: (21)	Windshield Replacement Recommendation I got a cracked windshield beyond repair the other day on the freeway. I'm going threw insurance to have replaced (OEM GLASS) but was wondering if anyone can possibly recommend a competent shop that you have dealt with that can perform the replacement for me. I know some say just take it any place because it's just removing the old and installing the new but I have friends/family that have taking it anywhere with very bad results. I Thought about the dealer but I've heard most just out source the work and charge a premium. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Eagle1oh7 Lieutenant Colonel 288 Rep 1,710 Posts Drives: '11 328i Sedan Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Chula Vista CA iTrader: (0)	Well the dealer usually has a body shop that is certified by BMW(usually an extension of the dealership located nearby). Who is your insurance provider? I had to go in for body damage and paid for the deductible and there wasn't an issue, especially since the collision center was part of insurer's network of approved shops. __________________ DONE: Seibon CF Hood, M3 Rep, MSport rear w/DD CF Diffuser, M3 Rep Skirts, Seibon CSL trunklid, Forgestar F14 18s w/Michelin PSS, Eisenmann catback, AA Headers, BPC Stage 2, Charcoal Delete+revMotor+AFE Drop In filter FUTURE MODS: LED headlights, CF rooftop, M3 Suspension Conversion, Dinan CAI Mod
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Eagle1oh7 Lieutenant Colonel 288 Rep 1,710 Posts Drives: '11 328i Sedan Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Chula Vista CA iTrader: (0)	Did you check the bodyshop network to see if BMW's collision center is part of it? I'm with Liberty Mutual so there's never a concern where body damage is concerned. __________________ DONE: Seibon CF Hood, M3 Rep, MSport rear w/DD CF Diffuser, M3 Rep Skirts, Seibon CSL trunklid, Forgestar F14 18s w/Michelin PSS, Eisenmann catback, AA Headers, BPC Stage 2, Charcoal Delete+revMotor+AFE Drop In filter FUTURE MODS: LED headlights, CF rooftop, M3 Suspension Conversion, Dinan CAI Mod
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