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Embalmer · 03-26-2009, 09:29 AM

So who's getting their Camaro windows tinted?

I'm thinking about it but Michigan has some strict laws regarding the darkness of the tint....

The backseat windows have a thick black band around the window...almost seems like you don't have to tint that one...but I probably would.

Also, I've never got a tint job before. How much does it cost and how does it look? Is it worth it?

Sctrjn21 · 03-26-2009, 09:41 AM

25% all the way around for me. CA has some of the strictest laws about tint. I have never gotten harrased from any of my other cars before. knock on wood. I dont think cops really care unless your acting a fool in your car

joepitt · 03-26-2009, 09:50 AM

I'm in Maryland and they have pretty strict limits too. I think it is 35%. You have to be carefull; the windows have a little tint from the factory. Which means I have to get 30% film to not go over the limit. I really miss the dark tint I had in Florida on my LeSabre. When I moved to MD, I had to have it removed to pass the state inspection, which cost more then having it installed.

CamaroSkooter · 03-26-2009, 10:23 AM

The dealer I'm buying from is going to tint the windows the legal max before it rolls off the lot. I believe the max in Texas is 25% for side windows, and there's no limit for the rear window.

Speed 1 · 03-26-2009, 10:32 AM

Hello,

Ya... tinted windows will add to the muscle car look!

I like the idea!!!!

Factory tint anyone?

Todd

JJ#48Racing · 03-26-2009, 10:58 AM

I'm definitely tinting, it will add to the mean look of the car. I have 35% on my current camaro and I wish I went darker. I'm going 20% with the new one. I'll take my chances on getting a ticket.

ctk1 · 03-26-2009, 11:44 AM

I'm going as dark as I can get it. It will look great.

josh1147 · 03-26-2009, 12:10 PM

Yes, I will be putting 30% tinting on. Legal is 35%, with +/- 3% varience. The DMV does not check for compliance during inspections and the MO State Police are the only ones enforcing it right now. There are several reasons to tint (IMHO):

- looks cool
- protects interior surfaces
- privacy from other drivers when you feel like picking your nose (haha)
- reduces interior glare
- provides some thermal insulation and protection from sun

I'm sure there are other reasons why you might...and I'm sure there are reasons not too.

Regardless, make sure you go to someone reputable. I good tint job may cost a bit more, but you'll be happier with the finished work and avoid peeling, bubbles, etc.... You may also want to get several "bids" to make sure you are getting a good price.

kanakattack · 03-26-2009, 12:21 PM

35% here in Hawai'i, will be doing that the first day I get the car, ceramic tint, looks darker. I don't want to pay $250 per window if I get caught with a darker tint. I can think of better things to do with 1,250 than use it to pay a fine.

Speed 1 · 03-26-2009, 01:28 PM

Kan,

Smart thinkin.....

Sctrjn21 · 03-26-2009, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joepitt

I'm in Maryland and they have pretty strict limits too. I think it is 35%. You have to be carefull; the windows have a little tint from the factory. Which means I have to get 30% film to not go over the limit. I really miss the dark tint I had in Florida on my LeSabre. When I moved to MD, I had to have it removed to pass the state inspection, which cost more then having it installed.

shoot i wish our leagal was 35% CA in the front its like 75% i think.. so pretty much no tint rear though i believe we can tint as dark as we want. But i sit in the fron and that is where i get blasted by all those damn sun rays. So i have had my last 4 cars with 30% or darker all around so i will stick to it

D1BADZ · 03-26-2009, 02:32 PM

5% all the way around

Geno · 03-26-2009, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joepitt

I'm in Maryland and they have pretty strict limits too. I think it is 35%. You have to be carefull; the windows have a little tint from the factory. Which means I have to get 30% film to not go over the limit. I really miss the dark tint I had in Florida on my LeSabre. When I moved to MD, I had to have it removed to pass the state inspection, which cost more then having it installed.

Tint film can be removed with a hair dryer. Heat will make it come loose.
The only car I ever tinted was what ever legal dark was in Indiana. Now, this many not be true for all but that was the last one. Nice in the sun but very limited vision at night, especially in really dark areas. Also, radar detector did not pick up well through back window.

Splitter · 03-26-2009, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D1BADZ

5% all the way around

03-26-2009, 09:29 AM	#1
Embalmer 2G1FT1EWXA9103351 Drives: 2SS RS, SIM, 6pd, 20"Alum Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 607 View My Garage	Tinted Windows? So who's getting their Camaro windows tinted? I'm thinking about it but Michigan has some strict laws regarding the darkness of the tint.... The backseat windows have a thick black band around the window...almost seems like you don't have to tint that one...but I probably would. Also, I've never got a tint job before. How much does it cost and how does it look? Is it worth it?

03-26-2009, 09:50 AM	#3
joepitt Drives: 2016 2SS Camaro, 2017 Acura Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 469	I'm in Maryland and they have pretty strict limits too. I think it is 35%. You have to be carefull; the windows have a little tint from the factory. Which means I have to get 30% film to not go over the limit. I really miss the dark tint I had in Florida on my LeSabre. When I moved to MD, I had to have it removed to pass the state inspection, which cost more then having it installed. __________________ 2016 2SS, Auto, Garnet Red, Black Interior, Magnetic Ride, Performance Exhaust, and Nav. Past highlights: 2013 2LT/RS, 2010 pre-order Camaro 2LT,1969 Chevy Malibu, 1972 Plymouth 'Cuda, 1972 Pontiac GTO, 1979 Turbo Buick Century. 'See the USA in your Chevrolet...' Dinah Shore, 1952: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGZvQoPxhNs

03-26-2009, 10:32 AM	#5
Speed 1 Drives: 2010 LS Camaro 365 days a year Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 458	Adds to the look! Hello, Ya... tinted windows will add to the muscle car look! I like the idea!!!! Factory tint anyone? Todd __________________ Born 5-15-09_LS_Auto_VIN. # 16507

03-26-2009, 01:28 PM	#10
Speed 1 Drives: 2010 LS Camaro 365 days a year Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 458	Kan, Smart thinkin..... __________________ Born 5-15-09_LS_Auto_VIN. # 16507

03-26-2009, 02:32 PM	#12
D1BADZ hmmmmm Drives: 2010 IOM in-n-out 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 1,325 View My Garage	5% all the way around __________________ "Responsibility is a Heavy Responsibilty" (Cheech)

03-26-2009, 09:41 AM	#2
Sctrjn21 Drives: 11 Ford Edge, 09 Lexus Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San diego Posts: 221	25% all the way around for me. CA has some of the strictest laws about tint. I have never gotten harrased from any of my other cars before. knock on wood. I dont think cops really care unless your acting a fool in your car

03-26-2009, 10:23 AM	#4
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	The dealer I'm buying from is going to tint the windows the legal max before it rolls off the lot. I believe the max in Texas is 25% for side windows, and there's no limit for the rear window.

03-26-2009, 10:58 AM	#6
JJ#48Racing Drives: 1998 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,115	I'm definitely tinting, it will add to the mean look of the car. I have 35% on my current camaro and I wish I went darker. I'm going 20% with the new one. I'll take my chances on getting a ticket.

03-26-2009, 11:44 AM	#7
ctk1 Camarofanatic Drives: 1969 SS, 1998 RS, 2010 VR 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gallitzin PA Posts: 1,433	I'm going as dark as I can get it. It will look great.

03-26-2009, 12:10 PM	#8
josh1147 Delivered 29June09 Drives: Early Order Camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 411 View My Garage	Yes, I will be putting 30% tinting on. Legal is 35%, with +/- 3% varience. The DMV does not check for compliance during inspections and the MO State Police are the only ones enforcing it right now. There are several reasons to tint (IMHO): - looks cool - protects interior surfaces - privacy from other drivers when you feel like picking your nose (haha) - reduces interior glare - provides some thermal insulation and protection from sun I'm sure there are other reasons why you might...and I'm sure there are reasons not too. Regardless, make sure you go to someone reputable. I good tint job may cost a bit more, but you'll be happier with the finished work and avoid peeling, bubbles, etc.... You may also want to get several "bids" to make sure you are getting a good price.

03-26-2009, 12:21 PM	#9
kanakattack Drives: wife's xterra Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hawai'i Posts: 99	35% here in Hawai'i, will be doing that the first day I get the car, ceramic tint, looks darker. I don't want to pay $250 per window if I get caught with a darker tint. I can think of better things to do with 1,250 than use it to pay a fine.

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