Notices
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

tint question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 10:28 AM
  #1  
plusone's Avatar
plusone
Thread Starter
Pole Position
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 336
Likes: 0
From: Houston
Default tint question

I found out that Lexus tinted my windows back in 06, i don't know if it over time or they just did a crappy job but tint is imperfect.

I was wondering if Lexus tint is lifetime warranty or not. Like can i go get my windows retinted.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 10:39 AM
  #2  
darkdream's Avatar
darkdream
Lexus Champion
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 1
From: Socal
Default

How is the tint imperfect? bubbles? installation? ect.? There is probably some lifetime warranty thing with the manufacturer of the tint film for issues like bubbling, discoloration and such, but not scratches, installation issues, ect.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 10:42 AM
  #3  
plusone's Avatar
plusone
Thread Starter
Pole Position
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 336
Likes: 0
From: Houston
Default

there is some bubbles on the windows and i guess over the time period it began to build scratches from rolling them up and down.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 10:44 AM
  #4  
IS-SV's Avatar
IS-SV
Lexus Fanatic
 
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 14,100
Likes: 1
From: tech capital
Default

I don't think tint warranties are transferable, but if you are original owner then check with selling dealer.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 11:14 AM
  #5  
cssnms's Avatar
cssnms
Racer
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 1,548
Likes: 37
From: MD
Default

Likely not but it's worth complaining about - isn't everything
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 12:04 PM
  #6  
Buds's Avatar
Buds
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 1,170
Likes: 0
From: Dallas, TX
Default

Lexus did a crappy job with my tint as well. They've actually re-done it twice and I still have scratches from when I roll down the windows. I'll probably take the car elsewhere in a few months and get a third party to do it.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 12:19 PM
  #7  
ilocke's Avatar
ilocke
Lead Lap
iTrader: (11)
 
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 516
Likes: 1
From: Arizona
Default

On the topic of tint, how many of you have tint that is flawless? I had my car tinted and there are really small (e.g. small crumb size) imperfections in the tint. These imperfections are only visible when you are really close (maybe a couple of feet) from the tint and inspecting it.

They redid the tint on a couple of the windows where the imperfections were most prominent, but even after they redid it, there are still some. Their response: "Well, it's never going to be perfect."

I've had cars with tint before and never noticed any imperfections, but perhaps I wasn't looking for them. Just wondering what others have experienced.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 12:42 PM
  #8  
darkdream's Avatar
darkdream
Lexus Champion
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 1
From: Socal
Default

Originally Posted by ilocke
On the topic of tint, how many of you have tint that is flawless? I had my car tinted and there are really small (e.g. small crumb size) imperfections in the tint. These imperfections are only visible when you are really close (maybe a couple of feet) from the tint and inspecting it.

They redid the tint on a couple of the windows where the imperfections were most prominent, but even after they redid it, there are still some. Their response: "Well, it's never going to be perfect."

I've had cars with tint before and never noticed any imperfections, but perhaps I wasn't looking for them. Just wondering what others have experienced.
My tint is basically perfect to the naked eye. There were no bubbles even right after the tinting process like many others experience. There are no scratches on the film either, but then again I do not roll down my windows often (those who have scratches, are you sure its from rolling down the window and not from cleaning the inside of the window?).
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 02:39 PM
  #9  
Buds's Avatar
Buds
Lexus Test Driver
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 1,170
Likes: 0
From: Dallas, TX
Default

Originally Posted by darkdream
My tint is basically perfect to the naked eye. There were no bubbles even right after the tinting process like many others experience. There are no scratches on the film either, but then again I do not roll down my windows often (those who have scratches, are you sure its from rolling down the window and not from cleaning the inside of the window?).
I'm positive it's from rolling down the windows. If it was done from cleaning it would not be a perfectly straight line in the exact same spot on both rear windows.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 05:51 PM
  #10  
mvlbr's Avatar
mvlbr
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 590
Likes: 0
From: SoCal
Default

These are the reasons why I'd rather not tint my windows.
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 06:13 PM
  #11  
iLexi's Avatar
iLexi
Lead Lap
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 680
Likes: 1
From: Jacksonville
Default

i paid 165 bucks to get my windows tinted! They still look awesome =]
Reply
Old Feb 13, 2009 | 06:46 PM
  #12  
Little E's Avatar
Little E
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 2,502
Likes: 0
From: *661* CA
Default

Depending on what time of year (hot or cold weather), it might take a few days to a few weeks for your tint to settle on your windows. Don't roll down your windows for the first week after getting them tinted to prevent from ruining the film. Also, I try to avoid wiping my windows with tint from the inside (unless they really need to be cleaned). To this day, my windows look fabulous.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2009 | 11:09 AM
  #13  
IS-SV's Avatar
IS-SV
Lexus Fanatic
 
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 14,100
Likes: 1
From: tech capital
Default

Originally Posted by Little E
Depending on what time of year (hot or cold weather), it might take a few days to a few weeks for your tint to settle on your windows. Don't roll down your windows for the first week after getting them tinted to prevent from ruining the film. Also, I try to avoid wiping my windows with tint from the inside (unless they really need to be cleaned). To this day, my windows look fabulous.
Agreed. And expect the tint to look a little cloudy for the first few days.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2009 | 01:15 PM
  #14  
acefalcon2's Avatar
acefalcon2
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (20)
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,347
Likes: 0
From: IN
Default

no rolling down windows for the week... don't expose to water and whatsoever.. keep it in a garage for a week after you have the tint... should be close to perfect..
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2009 | 02:21 PM
  #15  
pBOMB's Avatar
pBOMB
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 47
Likes: 0
From: Tx
Default

i too have had this guy tell me "it's never going to be perfect." this made me angry because i do believe you can have tint free of tiny bubbles and other imperfections. i'm still in the hunt for a good 3rd party tinter...
Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 12:46 AM.