Originally Posted by manup

Front windows are also illegal in CA....but I guess only if you are caught and have to take it off?

Originally Posted by m1964

the windshield is illegal in NY also.

I had sunroof tinted with Huper Optik Ceramic - installed did not recommend using it on the front windows because it looks very different then factory tint on rear windows - it has the "mirror" shine in it, but for the sunroof it works fine.

http://www.huperoptikusa.com/Automotive-series.cfm

Originally Posted by jrjunior31

Adriang, not sure if you are in SoCal but I had mine done in Costa Mesa... Even if you're not close check his website for some ideas, this guy is the man... Here is my post from after I had the roof and windshield done:


Just had Wincos 20% ceramic installed on the roof today. 90$. It's apparently one of the best heat reflective films on the market, up to 60% solar heat rejection and 95% infrared reflection.

I got it done at Signature Glass Tinting in Costa Mesa, CA. Very professional outfit. Heard about them on here and checked out their website. Lots of info, videos and high res photos on their site. All 5 star customer reviews on Yelp. Owner is super cool and straight shooter. He doesn't try to upsell you on anything. He told me straight up you don't need tint on the back portion of an SUV that already has privacy glass. I forget the exact explanation but his name is David and he guarantees everything for life, and told me any issue whatsoever he'll redo my car.

I had a special clear/ceramic tint installed on the windshield called Air 80 it's on their website. 40% heat rejection and 99% UV block and perfectly clear. Also recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation. After installation I parked for 4 hours in 100 degree heat and dash was warm (naturally) when I got in, but not scalding hot like usual by any means, and the steering wheel was barely warm. Unreal. Stuff is awesome. Highly recommended mod if ur in a hot climate. 180$ for the windshield. That specific film is more pricey. Totally worth it though. Just do some research and find a high quality tint shop. He said the Audi windshields and roofs can be a little tricky.

Originally Posted by jrjunior31

Nice! I went there plugged in to the free wifi for a little bit (they have a comfortable waiting area), then walked next door to a good fish taco place, ate, walked back and the car was waiting out front for me. Couldn't have been happier. And actually I drove all the way from Pasadena. I told the owner on the phone the dealership in Pasadena botched my tint and I didn't even want them to redo it, since they were such hacks. He said we'll take care of you, and that's a long drive I appreciate your business, I'll pull the botched job off at no charge. Good luck!

Originally Posted by theCue

jrjunior31,

You mentioned that you had yours done on a 20%, I lived in SoCal as well, that 20% is good enough to leave the rolling shade open all the time? or should I go with 5%?