Who makes Lexus glass?
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Who makes Lexus glass?
My windshield was cracked with about 1000 miles on my 08 350. I put it off for a while out of pure frustration. I got a quote from a windshield replacement company...two quotes actually:
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
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Should've filed a claim through your insurance when it happened. I got a new Lexus windshield replaced no problems. The shop told me that there are only 2 (or 3) companies that make windshields. I told them, "If it doesn't have the "Lexus" stamp in the corner of the windshield, DO NOT put it on...otherwise I won't take the car back." They had no problem doing just that.
But to answer your question, aftermarket windshields do not have the rain sensors.
But to answer your question, aftermarket windshields do not have the rain sensors.
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My windshield was cracked with about 1000 miles on my 08 350. I put it off for a while out of pure frustration. I got a quote from a windshield replacement company...two quotes actually:
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
As for aftermarket glass for Lexus w/the rain sensor, there are no companies that offer it on the 2IS. If you are getting quoted for aftermarket 2IS glass w/sensor, it's possible that it's inferior glass that's imported from Taiwan, China or Mexico. Unfortunately the factory glass is not cheap, but it's built to spec for Lexus. You do get what you pay for. I would file an insurance claim if your deductible is not high. Glass replacement is a comprehensive loss which equates to a 0 fault non chargeable loss.
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Thanks for the replies guys. I asked the dealer who makes Lexus glass, the dude told me "Toyota"...figures. He was prolly guessing. My deductable is $1000, so for $90 bux, it's not worth it. I'll just pay.
I got another quote today from the company that does the work for my local Lexus dealer...about $90 cheaper. I'll go with them.
I got another quote today from the company that does the work for my local Lexus dealer...about $90 cheaper. I'll go with them.
Thanks for the replies guys. I asked the dealer who makes Lexus glass, the dude told me "Toyota"...figures. He was prolly guessing. My deductable is $1000, so for $90 bux, it's not worth it. I'll just pay.
I got another quote today from the company that does the work for my local Lexus dealer...about $90 cheaper. I'll go with them.
I got another quote today from the company that does the work for my local Lexus dealer...about $90 cheaper. I'll go with them.
My windshield was cracked with about 1000 miles on my 08 350. I put it off for a while out of pure frustration. I got a quote from a windshield replacement company...two quotes actually:
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
$260 installed aftermarket
$1090 installed OEM Lexus
Does anyone know who makes the glass for Lexus? Can a windshield replacement company have the rain sensor work properly? Lexus wants ~$1500 to replace it.
Thanks!
Your quotes sound about right, with my OEM quote being in the $1000 range, while my 'aftermarket' replacement was $300 including labor.
My car also has the rain sensor, and you don't have to replace it. The rain sensor is attached to the inside of your glass, just behind the rear view mirror. If I remember, I believe it just slides into a bracket thats adhered to the inner windshield. The glass tech should have prior experience with cars using rain senors, and will be able to detach it, replace the front windshield with an appropriate match, then reattach the sensor.
After having my glass replaced some months ago in 08, its been fine and identical to OEM, minus the Lexus branding, while the rain sensor functions no differently than it did the first day I got the car. You will want to make sure the glass tech seals your windshield properly, though, so that no leaks or wind noise come through...I think those two are the bigger concerns.
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I have a chip on my windshield.
It's not spiderwebbing/cracking, just a small dime size little chip.
I have an 08 is250 9000 miles
questions:
1. lexus warranty doesn't cover this?
2. I don't have auto wipers, so no sensor, right? Therefore, I can get aftermarket?
3. since it's not spreading, should I just wait? It's just a small divet.
It's not spiderwebbing/cracking, just a small dime size little chip.
I have an 08 is250 9000 miles
questions:
1. lexus warranty doesn't cover this?
2. I don't have auto wipers, so no sensor, right? Therefore, I can get aftermarket?
3. since it's not spreading, should I just wait? It's just a small divet.
I have a chip on my windshield.
It's not spiderwebbing/cracking, just a small dime size little chip.
I have an 08 is250 9000 miles
questions:
1. lexus warranty doesn't cover this?
2. I don't have auto wipers, so no sensor, right? Therefore, I can get aftermarket?
3. since it's not spreading, should I just wait? It's just a small divet.
It's not spiderwebbing/cracking, just a small dime size little chip.
I have an 08 is250 9000 miles
questions:
1. lexus warranty doesn't cover this?
2. I don't have auto wipers, so no sensor, right? Therefore, I can get aftermarket?
3. since it's not spreading, should I just wait? It's just a small divet.
Sensor or no sensor, you can get aftermarket...but from what I've learned, its better to consider repairing it, first, before opting for a replacement. As to waiting, sometimes it doesn't spread...other times an overnight temperature drop sends a crack across the windshield. I'd have a more knowledgeable tech look at it, to determine what needs to be done.
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I don't think your claim about comprehensive claims being non-chargeable is entirely true. Though it varies by state and insurance company, an excessive number of comp claims (more than 3 claims in 3 years is typical), can trigger a rate increase or even non-renewal of your policy.