pandylin 2 Report post Posted June 25, 2017 So I've recently had a 10x10 area of a crack in my windscreen due to misfortunate events happening but what is the best place to replace the windscreen in auckland? I'm covered by AA comprehensive insurance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted June 29, 2017 Used Smith and Smith recently, dude made a mess and BSd me about screws being missing from the cabin Air filter before he got there, when I knew they were there as I installed em... Id try novus next time. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3317 Report post Posted June 29, 2017 try the search function, this has been discussed recently and there are recommendations for Auckland-based fitters. You can also take it to a BMW dealer, not many people think of that. Do post in the new members thread, Andy. Welcome to the forum. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2313 Report post Posted June 29, 2017 I just posted about this. Smith and Smith seemed to be the worst leading option, Novus not far behind, and you have to go to their workshops! I thought about who to go for and went with AA Autoglass Got a really nice guy from London, Steve it was. He did a good job without any drama. I pre-removed some trims to make it easier for him. Interestingly he said he first worked for Smith and Smith when he moved here, but left finding it not the best company to work for and also mentioned they use the cheapest Chinese glass, XYG or something - he said it wasn't uncommon to find finger prints inside the glass done at the factory! AA autoglass uses FUYAO glass which seems to be a decent OE rated quality compared to other makes. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-130 Hercules 571 Report post Posted August 7, 2018 Need to get the windscreen changed on the e28. Any recommendations / experiences to share? Non-bonded screen, lots of weather strips and mouldings. Wonder if insurance will replace all of these things too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacko 2154 Report post Posted August 7, 2018 These guys did a really nice job on my old corolla, insurance covered all the rubbers and mouldings. Turned up when they said they would, and had the right parts ready to rock.. also didnt have a 3 week booking period! http://www.accurateglass.co.nz/ I doubt E28 mouldings etc are as common as a 90s corolla, so you probably want to give whoever use choose a bit of a heads up 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ace Of Spades 51 Report post Posted August 7, 2018 BMW dealership, Insurance covers it. Try maybe source the trims your self tho... Eg wreakers Nothing beats OEM Glass IMO. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sobanoodle 45 Report post Posted August 8, 2018 On 6/29/2017 at 11:34 PM, Jacko said: Used Smith and Smith recently, dude made a mess and BSd me about screws being missing from the cabin Air filter before he got there, when I knew they were there as I installed em... Id try novus next time. Novus (Penrose) were equally crappy when I had to deal with them... 20 hours ago, Ace Of Spades said: BMW dealership, Insurance covers it Was thinking about it the other day too... I got a windscreen with a connected drive (KAFAS2 so should have heating elements around the camera to prevent fogging) camera behind it, wouldn't want Novus/S&S to touch it. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-130 Hercules 571 Report post Posted August 9, 2018 Thanks all, good advice. At the same time I am contemplating getting the roof re-sprayed. Working out the logistics of this at the moment Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aja540i 1906 Report post Posted September 11, 2018 Have just organised for Continental Cars BMW (Takapuna) to put a new windscreen in the M5 thanks to AMI insurance and a 400mm long crack across the bottom of the screen!! I will pay for new rubber , trim , and wiper blades to be fitted at the same time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C-130 Hercules 571 Report post Posted September 12, 2018 Cool. Waiting for the glass and trim to arrive. I am getting Ian and Professional Glass to do the work. Had several recommendations for him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
