Little E

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My $.02 - Don't go with the 3M carbon. Good call on not going too dark...I think it looks tacky. I got my windows professionally done, in which, I was very happy the outcome of my tint. The guy that did my windows said that certain carbons in the tint could affect the electronics in your car...i.e, electronic tire gage, navigation, rear view camera, ect. I would go with the F1 not to exceed 35%.

INHOCJP

My vote goes with Huper Optik. Here is a link to pics of the install on my E.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=334090

likwid8

I went F1 50% on mine and really like it. I'm not big on tint, but wanted something to keep the heat out and it really does a good job.

mikes rx

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I personally like the 3M BLACK CHROME 40. You might want to check that out, as it may do exactly what you're looking for.

The only con to the said tint is that it's a little thicker/less maliable than most. Therefore, it's a little harder to conform to the windows. But, if the installer knows what he's doing and has done it on the 2IS before, there shouldn't be any issues.

In terms of quality: I've never heard of the other brands you have listed, but anything automotive with the 3M name is pretty much a sure thing.

Here's mine with the sun facing the rear bumper on a bright and sunny day:

mikes rx

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And here it is on a more cloudy day. BTW, I have sterling interior.

Like most tints, sometimes it looks completely shaded out, and other times it's completely see-through.

Lex Law

Let me correct your poll. LLumar does not make a ceramic tint. I specifically requested ceramic to my dealer/installer, and when the salesman told me they used LLumar, I checked with LLumar to make sure the dealer used the right type, since LLumar has many grades of tint. But none at the website said ceramic, so I contacted LLumar.



Then I talked to the dealer's Detail Department manager, who said they used LLumaStar (which has a lifetime warranty), and they only heard of an issue for some folks who listen to AM radio. Therefore, since I had already negotiated tint in my price, and LLumar was a respected manufacturer, I let my dealer install the LLumar, instead of me being too **** and running around for an applicator when the car arrived.

I think 35% all around is perfect. I see easily out the windows, and I can see inside the car as I approach. I like my cashmere interior, and I don't mind being visible inside the car -- I'll even waive to people I recognize. In response to a previous poster, front window tinting is a no-no here, only permitted if it comes from the factory like that, except a header strip.

nabbun

Huper Huper Huper Huper!

The only thing I'd have to say is that the Tint Dude that put them on my car told me because of the curvature of our windows, the ceramic tint might come out with a rainbow effect. It all depends on the skill of the person putting them on your car. It's also gonna take the tinter about 4 hours to do it alone. The only thing that I noticed that was different after I put the tints on was the rear windshield's defroster lines were more visible afterwards. Takes some time getting used to. Otherwise 35% looks great with these tints and it's not too dark or too light. It's the perfect balance and cops haven't looked at my car for more than a split second before pulling my cousin over with the 35% lumars LOL AND his front windows were up too so the cop thought the back windows were too dark with only 35%!!!

anyways, from the outside it's got a nice shine to them and makes the car just that much more classy. If you want I'll send you some pics

Fizzboy7

Good for you for wanting to be safe. I went with the darkest tint my guy offered and I've regretted it since. Once he's available again, I am having it changed lighter. Backing up at night is next to impossible and I know it's only a matter of time before I make a mistake.