Those who have gotten aftermarket windshield replacements, do you notice a difference

TommyK154 · 05-01-2024, 02:47 PM

I have a giant unfixable crack in my windshield from a random rock and need to get my windshield replaced (the crack is slowly growing too). The problem is the BWM dealer wants $2500 to do it. So I called a reputable mobile service from a mutual friend and he’ll do it for $1100 but using a brand called Fuyao. Any of you who replaced your windshield with an aftermarket one, did you notice any difference in wind noise or HUD quality or anything else?

bocabimmer · 05-01-2024, 02:48 PM

Fuyao is the original supplier, IIRC.

Oldgixxer · 05-01-2024, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bocabimmer

Fuyao is the original supplier, IIRC.

Correct.

FYI-Even though Fuyao is the OEM manufacture,if your vehicle is a lease you may want to consider making sure the Fuyao windshield you get says BMW in the lower left corner instead of Fuyao. Had my X3 windshield replaced by Safelite (

) and they gave me that option,which I was not aware of.

gphin · 05-01-2024, 07:32 PM

Doesn't your insurance cover the cost of a new OEM windshield....minus a deductible?

Raphael X4 · 05-01-2024, 07:43 PM

Aftermarket is okay if you don't care about HUD.

But if you read other posts people had issues with HUD using aftermarket.

Sniperkitty · 05-01-2024, 09:39 PM

I went with aftermarket and have had no problems. OEM was terrible, would chip if a feather hit it. Asked if I wanted oem and I said no way.

jsh139 · 05-02-2024, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gphin

Doesn't your insurance cover the cost of a new OEM windshield....minus a deductible?

This. Glass replacement usually falls under comprehensive, which shouldn't raise your rates.

Scottatah · 05-02-2024, 11:17 PM

No issues with aftermarket. Rocks are abundant on our highways. I think I’m on my fourth windshield. No issues other than they all attract rocks.

TonM3 · 05-03-2024, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Scottatah

No issues with aftermarket. Rocks are abundant on our highways. I think I’m on my fourth windshield. No issues other than they all attract rocks.

That is painful to hear

HeatJoey · 05-03-2024, 07:35 AM

can't speak for the HUD but just replaced my son's m340 windshield... I have progressive and there was no charge... they don't need to raise premiums for this, they are raising them like crazy anyhow so it's the least they can do.

back on subject. used safelite and they did a great job, and calibrated it perfectly, and gave me the print out so I could see it. he also said their brand of NON OEM is the same brand that makes many of the OEM anyhow.

the only concern would be HUD which I don't have in that car so can't speak to that but otherwise the aftermarket glass is perfect

gphin · 05-03-2024, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by HeatJoey

can't speak for the HUD but just replaced my son's m340 windshield... I have progressive and there was no charge... they don't need to raise premiums for this, they are raising them like crazy anyhow so it's the least they can do.

back on subject. used safelite and they did a great job, and calibrated it perfectly, and gave me the print out so I could see it. he also said their brand of NON OEM is the same brand that makes many of the OEM anyhow.

the only concern would be HUD which I don't have in that car so can't speak to that but otherwise the aftermarket glass is perfect

One of the advantages of living in Florida. As long as you have comprehensive coverage, insurance companies are required to replace at no charge.
https://autoglassamerica.com/guide/f...ment-coverage/

bouchy · 05-06-2024, 06:45 AM

Second windshield, albeit installed by an official dealership, will never be of such quality as the original one. I had two experiences, during the first I agreed to mount new windshield outside a dealership (now I know why - the insurance company saved A LOT by convincing me). The windshield didn't have the original (car) manufacturer badge on it, yet it was mounted by a company that specializes on it.
The second time at another car, I insisted on mounting an original part at dealership. The windshield is heated. Never mind the first car, but this second... even though it has the badge, I have quite severe demage from dust under the wipers, I've never seen such thing, except for neglected cars and wipers. My wipers were like 1,5 y.o. and in perfect contact with the windshield.
My summary: The original at factory mounted windshield is of the best quality. It's quite sure someone will break it especially out of missing rear skirts, take it as certain. Have your car insured for this case and insist on mounting an original part (which will still be inferior).

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TommyK154 Private 63 Rep 81 Posts Drives: BMW X3, Mini Cooper R56 Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: ATX iTrader: (0)	Those who have gotten aftermarket windshield replacements, do you notice a difference I have a giant unfixable crack in my windshield from a random rock and need to get my windshield replaced (the crack is slowly growing too). The problem is the BWM dealer wants $2500 to do it. So I called a reputable mobile service from a mutual friend and he’ll do it for $1100 but using a brand called Fuyao. Any of you who replaced your windshield with an aftermarket one, did you notice any difference in wind noise or HUD quality or anything else?
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bocabimmer Found the Search Button 1639 Rep 1,205 Posts Drives: 2022 X3 30i xDrive Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: South Carolina iTrader: (1) Garage List 2022 BMW X3 30i xDrive [10.00]	Fuyao is the original supplier, IIRC. __________________ 2022 X3 xDrive 30i M Sport, Brooklyn Grey / Cognac Previous BMWs: 2018 330i (F30), 2014 i3 BEV, 2007 328i (E92), 2013 X5 35i (E70), 2014 i3 BEV, 2006 325i (E90)
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gphin Second Lieutenant 207 Rep 282 Posts Drives: 2019 X3 xDrive30i, 2021 X3 M40 Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Philly/Bucks County, PA / Naples, FL iTrader: (0)	Doesn't your insurance cover the cost of a new OEM windshield....minus a deductible? __________________ Present: 2019 X3 xDrive30i, Mineral White/ Mocha Vernasca / 21" 701M and 20" Savini Black wheels / RaceChip Present: 2021 X3 M40i, Alpine White / Oyster Vernasca / 20" 699M Former: 2006 Z4, 1981 320i, 1973 2002, Jag XKE, SS396 Chevelle, 440 Dodge RT, 40+ others
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Raphael X4 Private 30 Rep 99 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X4 Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Aftermarket is okay if you don't care about HUD. But if you read other posts people had issues with HUD using aftermarket.
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Sniperkitty Registered 3 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW x3 Join Date: May 2022 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (0)	I went with aftermarket and have had no problems. OEM was terrible, would chip if a feather hit it. Asked if I wanted oem and I said no way.
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Scottatah Second Lieutenant 151 Rep 258 Posts Drives: 2018 M40i Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Edmonton iTrader: (0)	No issues with aftermarket. Rocks are abundant on our highways. I think I’m on my fourth windshield. No issues other than they all attract rocks.
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HeatJoey Major 1224 Rep 1,327 Posts Drives: '23 X3 M40i Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL iTrader: (0)	can't speak for the HUD but just replaced my son's m340 windshield... I have progressive and there was no charge... they don't need to raise premiums for this, they are raising them like crazy anyhow so it's the least they can do. back on subject. used safelite and they did a great job, and calibrated it perfectly, and gave me the print out so I could see it. he also said their brand of NON OEM is the same brand that makes many of the OEM anyhow. the only concern would be HUD which I don't have in that car so can't speak to that but otherwise the aftermarket glass is perfect __________________ Current: '23 BMW X3 M40i (Also have a '22 M340i) Previous rides '23 MBW X3 30i, '22 Charger Hellcat Triple Nickel, '21 Charger Widebody Scat Pack F8, '21 DD R/T White, '19 Challenger Widebody Scat Pack B5; '19 Scat Pack F8, '18 Audi SQ5, '18 Daytona 392, '16 Scat Pack Granite, '15 Durango R/T Blacktop, '14 Volvo S60R Rebel Blue, '12 Audi Q5, '10 Mustang, '08 BMW E90 M3, '07 BMW 335I Active Autowerks
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bouchy Second Lieutenant 83 Rep 265 Posts Drives: X3 (G01) Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Czech Republic iTrader: (0)	Second windshield, albeit installed by an official dealership, will never be of such quality as the original one. I had two experiences, during the first I agreed to mount new windshield outside a dealership (now I know why - the insurance company saved A LOT by convincing me). The windshield didn't have the original (car) manufacturer badge on it, yet it was mounted by a company that specializes on it. The second time at another car, I insisted on mounting an original part at dealership. The windshield is heated. Never mind the first car, but this second... even though it has the badge, I have quite severe demage from dust under the wipers, I've never seen such thing, except for neglected cars and wipers. My wipers were like 1,5 y.o. and in perfect contact with the windshield. My summary: The original at factory mounted windshield is of the best quality. It's quite sure someone will break it especially out of missing rear skirts, take it as certain. Have your car insured for this case and insist on mounting an original part (which will still be inferior).
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