Rock through Windshield

EstebanVerde · 04-05-2016, 09:34 AM

After only two weeks with my car. I took a rock to the windshield right in the center. It is small enough that it can probably be repaired but will still show a little bit. Should I live with the repair or get the whole windshield replaced? What would you do?

drivingagain · 04-05-2016, 10:11 AM

I would repair the windshield for now. If it spiders then replace. It may never spider. Sometimes windows when they are replaced might not seal just right and have to do it over. Just my opinion.

FlightSoftware · 04-05-2016, 11:14 AM

Happened to me last month, but the crack went all the way to the edge (which, as I understand it, requires replacement... they can't fix it).

New, factory windshield: $575 (I have a hud, dunno if it's cheaper without).

Zultain7 · 04-05-2016, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by FlightSoftware

Happened to me last month, but the crack went all the way to the edge (which, as I understand it, requires replacement... they can't fix it).

New, factory windshield: $575 (I have a hud, dunno if it's cheaper without).

Where did you get the windshield for that price? I got quoted over $800 for mine and I have a HUD as well.

Tushar · 04-05-2016, 12:11 PM

I got a quote of $422 from Safelite. I have AAA insurance, but the deductable is $500. So I guess I will be paying for the replacement.

I hope it can be repaired..

Mr Pinchy · 04-05-2016, 12:33 PM

Check with your insurance company about a replacement or repair. Rock damage to a windshield is done for free in my experience. Plus it doesn't effect your rates.

Tushar · 04-05-2016, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Pinchy

Check with your insurance company about a replacement or repair. Rock damage to a windshield is done for free in my experience. Plus it doesn't effect your rates.

Yup....if its repairable its free.
If it has to be replaced then you have to pay.

EstebanVerde · 04-05-2016, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Tushar

Yup....if its repairable its free.
If it has to be replaced then you have to pay.

It's different from state to state. In Florida there's no deductible for replacement or repair

IN10SS · 04-06-2016, 05:55 AM

It's worthwhile to try the repair if it is a star and not a crack. Often the star is virtually invisible after the repair. If it is noticeable, go ahead and replace it. I'm sure you wouldn't want it to show on your new car.

motorhead · 04-06-2016, 06:03 AM

If you have to pay (glad it isn't that way here) why not have it repaired if it can be?

Stex · 04-06-2016, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by EstebanVerde

After only two weeks with my car. I took a rock to the windshield right in the center. It is small enough that it can probably be repaired but will still show a little bit. Should I live with the repair or get the whole windshield replaced? What would you do?

Repair and if it is a bother then replace.

Too replace, talk to ur dealer about cutting you a price break on an OEM windshield. They give shops about 30% discounts, You may get 10-15% off. Then talk to their installer (he will be an independent) about a price. Should be about $75 to $125 for the installer.

I find the OEM glass to be of better quality than aftermarket.

FlightSoftware · 04-06-2016, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Zultain7

Where did you get the windshield for that price? I got quoted over $800 for mine and I have a HUD as well.

From a local car glass repair place (NOT safelite). And that's the installed price, not their cost on the window which is obviously less. I was standing at the desk when she called the parts dept of the local GM dealer when she ordered it, so... GM?

Nor Cal ZL1 · 04-06-2016, 07:19 PM

When you have it fixed, or repaired...... have this installed and you won't lose another windshield unless it is a brick. Most installers will replace the windshield should damage occur with it installed.

http://www.clearplex.com/

motorhead · 04-06-2016, 07:50 PM

Did it anyone or do anyother damage when it went through?

04-05-2016, 09:34 AM	#1
EstebanVerde Drives: 16 2SS Camaro Join Date: May 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 112	Rock through Windshield After only two weeks with my car. I took a rock to the windshield right in the center. It is small enough that it can probably be repaired but will still show a little bit. Should I live with the repair or get the whole windshield replaced? What would you do? Last edited by EstebanVerde; 04-05-2016 at 09:51 AM. Reason: Spelling

04-05-2016, 11:14 AM	#3
FlightSoftware Drives: '95 Corvette, '06 Mustang, 2LT RS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 428	Happened to me last month, but the crack went all the way to the edge (which, as I understand it, requires replacement... they can't fix it). New, factory windshield: $575 (I have a hud, dunno if it's cheaper without). __________________ Mosaic Black 2LT/RS, V6, manual, dual mode exhaust, heavy duty brakes, adrenaline red, lighting and convenience package, black bow ties

04-05-2016, 12:11 PM	#5
Tushar Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 422	I got a quote of $422 from Safelite. I have AAA insurance, but the deductable is $500. So I guess I will be paying for the replacement. I hope it can be repaired.. __________________ Dream Big and Work Hard....cos you never know when your dreams may come true!! 2SS Garnet Red NPP Automatic

04-06-2016, 05:55 AM	#9
IN10SS 18 Camaros in 39 years Drives: Z4M, G37, Camaro6 'vert ordered Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Jamestown, NC Posts: 106	It's worthwhile to try the repair if it is a star and not a crack. Often the star is virtually invisible after the repair. If it is noticeable, go ahead and replace it. I'm sure you wouldn't want it to show on your new car. __________________ 2SS Convertible, black with black ghost stripes, red interior & pads, MRC, NPP, Nav, gray machined wheels. On order -TDKM05. 1/14-1100, 2/1-2000, 2/3-2500, 2/5-3000, 2/8-3300, 2/15-3400. TPW is 2/22/16. Built 3/1.

04-05-2016, 10:11 AM	#2
drivingagain Drives: 2015 Tiger XCX,2016 Camaro 1SS,LBZ! Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Palm Coast, FL Posts: 1,311	I would repair the windshield for now. If it spiders then replace. It may never spider. Sometimes windows when they are replaced might not seal just right and have to do it over. Just my opinion.

04-05-2016, 12:33 PM	#6
Mr Pinchy Drives: 2016 C7, 2016 370Z, Future 1LE Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Central Florida Posts: 80	Check with your insurance company about a replacement or repair. Rock damage to a windshield is done for free in my experience. Plus it doesn't effect your rates.

04-06-2016, 06:03 AM	#10
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,850	If you have to pay (glad it isn't that way here) why not have it repaired if it can be?

04-06-2016, 07:19 PM	#13
Nor Cal ZL1 Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 1,825	When you have it fixed, or repaired...... have this installed and you won't lose another windshield unless it is a brick. Most installers will replace the windshield should damage occur with it installed. http://www.clearplex.com/

04-06-2016, 07:50 PM	#14
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,850	Did it anyone or do anyother damage when it went through?

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