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      05-14-2013, 11:58 PM   #1
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Window Tinting and Paint Protection (Australia)

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My car is due to arrive in early June. I have been quoted by my dealer for window tinting and paint/interior protection for a ridiculous $3700. Whereas tint a car quoted me just $2000. Is the BMW products any superior to the companies outside to be charging such a premium price?

I was also quoted $2700 for the BMW insurance which to me is rubbish as well

Anyone in Australia have recommendations for insurance companies and window tinting/paint/interior protection companies worth using? I am Brisbane

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      05-15-2013, 12:45 AM   #2
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Don't bother with the paint protection! Buy the Nanolex treatment and do it yourself. I cannot believe how much they are quoting you for window tint! Tell them its a rip off! Window tint should not cost more than $600 bucks. As far as the insurance is concerned, that depends on age and driving record. If you have a good record and over the age of 35 you should be paying around $1700.00 full comprehensive with replacement vehicle if the car is a right off due to an accident through BMW insurance.
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      05-15-2013, 12:58 AM   #3
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I did not go for the paint protection as it was ridiculously expensive and there are several very good paint protection products that you can use to keep your cars paint in top condition.
After I collected it from the dealer, I got my car professionally cleaned, polished and waxed. It was around $400.00. My paintworks still looks great.
I got the windows tinted by a professional window tint guy here in Brisbane (near to) for under $400.00
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      05-15-2013, 01:07 AM   #4
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Good grief -- some rip-off prices being quoted to you, kenji!

First, tinting -- this was arranged by my dealer before delivery, and cost me $299!

As Active says, don't bother with paint protection. Get someone like Waxit Car Care to CQuartz or Nanolex it, if you don't wish to do so yourself.

Insurance. Depends on age/risk, and I think BMW Insurance will be quoting you a full replacement. Other companies do that, too. I'm with NRMA, and that costs me under $1,200 -- but I'm old and have a full ncb
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Thanks guys for the info. When I got the quote through email I was not impressed.

I've been speaking to a professional car dealer that quoted me $700 for inside and outside protection with Opti-Guard. Anyone have any comment on the product over Nanolex or CQuartz?
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Thanks guys for the info. When I got the quote through email I was not impressed.

I've been speaking to a professional car dealer that quoted me $700 for inside and outside protection with Opti-Guard. Anyone have any comment on the product over Nanolex or CQuartz?
I prefer Nanolex as I have seen the results on my vehicles. DR Beasley is another good range.
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Where's the best place close to Prahran to get a good coat of wax put on?
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I've been speaking to a professional car dealer that quoted me $700 for inside and outside protection with Opti-Guard. Anyone have any comment on the product over Nanolex or CQuartz?
There a number of these products, also 22ple liquid glass. If you're getting someone to do it, be guided by him; if its DIY, I'd look for something within my capabilities
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Where's the best place close to Prahran to get a good coat of wax put on?
Go see Damien at final inspection, it's worth the drive
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Yup Damien is the man. I will take you. Also, got my tint put on today. It's free haha. Looks nice with dark tint.
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For the insurance, I'm with Allianz as they were the cheapest and after the first year, give you free roadside assistance!

Window tinting, I paid $250 for the whole car! And that was for 20% transparency.

Didn't bother with the dealer paint protection (couldn't justify paying like $2500 for something that was only going to last 12 Months!) so I just do it the old fashioned way; wash once a week, wax every fortnight and polish every three months and my car still looks brand new! also, I know you can get the fabric/carpet impregnating stuff from BMW which is like scotch guard for your interior.
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Go see Damien at final inspection, it's worth the drive
Does anyone know someone in Brisbane good for this?
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For the insurance, I'm with Allianz as they were the cheapest and after the first year, give you free roadside assistance!

Window tinting, I paid $250 for the whole car! And that was for 20% transparency.

Didn't bother with the dealer paint protection (couldn't justify paying like $2500 for something that was only going to last 12 Months!) so I just do it the old fashioned way; wash once a week, wax every fortnight and polish every three months and my car still looks brand new! also, I know you can get the fabric/carpet impregnating stuff from BMW which is like scotch guard for your interior.
Would you mind PM'ing me the details for your tinting? Great price...
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Had my windows done by Tint a Car - $325. Their Sirius paint protection is around $650
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I did not go for the paint protection as it was ridiculously expensive and there are several very good paint protection products that you can use to keep your cars paint in top condition.
After I collected it from the dealer, I got my car professionally cleaned, polished and waxed. It was around $400.00. My paintworks still looks great.
I got the windows tinted by a professional window tint guy here in Brisbane (near to) for under $400.00
Hi,

Who did you use for the tint. About to pickup up an F20 for my wife and want to get windows tinted - can you tell me who you used and are you happy with the result. I'm also in brisbane.

Cheers..
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I got mine throw in for free (windows tint only)
Apparently it was 'worth' $600...
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Hi,

Who did you use for the tint. About to pickup up an F20 for my wife and want to get windows tinted - can you tell me who you used and are you happy with the result. I'm also in brisbane.

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Hi
I have sent you a private reply


Yes I was very happy with the work and the price
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Yes I was very happy with the work and the price
Another Westside BMW pick-up I see

I got my windows done at Express Tinting Underwood - 3M for <$300... Had my last 3 cars tinted there with no issues on any of them, the owner is a great guy!!


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Had mine paint corrected and opticoated by Dan's Garage in Melbourne. Top bloke and top quality work!


http://www.detailparadise.com.au/sho...White-Opticoat



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Thanks Spree - Dan has been very helpful and knows his stuff - considering getting both our M135i and X5 done as we need to park on street most the time
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I was also quoted $2700 for the BMW insurance which to me is rubbish as well

Anyone in Australia have recommendations for insurance companies and window tinting/paint/interior protection companies worth using? I am Brisbane

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Hey mate; I use an insurance broker - $1300/yr for a m135i for under 30yo.
He was half the price of insuring my last car vs AAMI or Allianz
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Thanks Spree - Dan has been very helpful and knows his stuff - considering getting both our M135i and X5 done as we need to park on street most the time
Yes. He does know his stuff. He understands car enthusiasts, as a car enthusiast himself. The car looked better than the day it was picked up.
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