[drdavidge]

So I was changing my windshield wipers and somehow the bare arm, 2 inches away, smacked down on my windshield and cracked it. I can't believe that happened from such a short distance. Anyway, any recommendations on a local shop to replace it around North / Central NJ? Safelite quote online was $465, but I'm really not sure how their work is. I don't think insurance will cover it deductible free (mine is $500) but I will call them tomorrow and ask. Hoping to just get it fixed quick and be done with it. Thanks

[MrSteak]

Don't know a local NJ shop...

But I did just have my windshield replaced through Safelite (through insurance glass coverage). Here's what I took away:

1. Make sure to choose your glass. Ideally you want OEM BMW glass (stamped) but that will likely be the most expensive (But it's the best in terms of quality, and may help resale). So if that's not viable, then go with OE glass from Saint-Gobain or Pilkington. I personally would avoid Chinese glass (Fuyao).
   
2. Make sure the work is warrantied. This is the only reason I went with Safelite. (They're everywhere, easy, and if they mess up, I can have it re-done.)

Other than that, Safelite did a decent job. Not perfect, but then again I don't have anything to compare it to.... So I couldn't say if a dealer or indy would do a better job.