RoninS2k

I purchased a soft top and need it tinted same as my windows.

I went to get a quote and the guy said 70-120$ depending on the film for the soft top window that's not on the car, was he trying to rip me off because it seems like a 30 minute job?? What might another shop charge?

1. How can i determine what % tint I have on there now to match my windows?
2. I've seen people with self-tinted windows and they look purple and disgusting, is the good film available in small amounts?
3. I heard the professional tint is hard to work with, but my top is not installed and it's a small flat surface?

TIA

civichx97

that seems like a lot but it might be worth it, they could match the tint to your existing tint (as long as it's not badly faded) and it should last a long time. DIY tint tends to look crappy and does fade purple from what I've seen. Maybe shop around at different places?

mattstryfe

70-120 for just the back window? That's incredibly high in my area. Self-tint can be done, I am no expert - and I have never had any, heard of any, or seen any self-tint jobs going well.

My advice... Get another quote. I got mine done last week; all windows and a front strip for 70 bucks.

Good luck,

Matt

dc2-2-ap1

go somewhere else- i got my two windows and oem hardtop tinted for 150 by a shop that does amazing work- one of the more pricey shops in my area. the oem hardtop looks like a pain to do so I could justify the price. I would think most places would charge about 40 max to do it seeing as it is not installed so it would be easy to work on.

k1ng124

EBAY!!!!!! They sell pre-cut tint for our cars. You can purchase the back window film separately.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda...Q5fAccessories
I have purchased several times from this seller. Tint DOES NOT fade, is NOT purple. fast shipping, good stuff. I HIGHLY encourage you to buy this. Being that your top is uninstalled this would literally take you 5 mins. to apply. EASY EASY EASY!! As far as matching the tint goes, this shouldn't be a big deal. Just look at the selection and see which looks closest to yours.

Materials needed:
- Rear window film(ebay)$17
- Squeegee and "Tint on" spray applicator.(Wal-mart or auto parts store)$9

RoninS2k

I love this site, thanks a lot guys.