What tint to stay away from?

KWS335i · 11-14-2007, 03:58 PM

Iv heard alot of stories about people getting tint done, specifically metallic that screws with their GPS signal, and that Ceramic tint is the way to go, and that it doesnt disrupt AM/FM/GPS signals. I just wanted to confirm this because many people have said that both work for them, but i rather not take any chances

Thanks in advance.

EastCoast335i · 11-14-2007, 04:20 PM

+1

A friend of mine had tints put on his 5-series and now he had to practically put the key fob next to the window to open his doors. Not sure what kind of tints he used.

Anyone know what type of tint to avoid, or which tints are safe?

BoostedBMW · 11-14-2007, 06:44 PM

Most people on here have had better results with their CA with using Formula 1 Pinnacle tint. Its ceramic tint also.

Alex@AKMotorwerk · 11-14-2007, 08:50 PM

used regular ol Lumar metallic tint and my FM/Sat/Nav and CA work the same as it did before i got tint. My tint is really light, only 50% tint, i'm not sure if it has anything to do with it tho.

Meats · 11-15-2007, 11:18 AM

I have 35% Carbon Stable tints from 3M. They look great, more like 20% and havent had any issues with GPS, Phone, or Comfort Access.

GregL · 11-15-2007, 11:29 AM

Stay away from reflective tints too, they're usually not legal and will make the windows look greenish from the glass.

wuufer001 · 11-17-2007, 08:35 AM

my dealer got mine tinted so i don't know what kind they are. but surely works with my CA. not a problem

Rodrigo · 11-17-2007, 11:40 AM

I've had no problems with my Formula One Pinnacle tint. I did quite a bit of research before getting my window tinted and this seemed like the best choice.

royz86 · 12-05-2007, 12:25 AM

I've also had no problem with Madico Onyx 50%, although it is metallic tint, no AM/FM/GPS reception problem. The tint shop was recommended by Weatherford BMW.

pacman · 12-05-2007, 03:14 PM

i have the 35% 3M tint.... CA/nav/radio works just like before

!Xoible · 12-05-2007, 03:15 PM

stay away from SunGuard tint

OC Guy · 12-05-2007, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BoostedBMW

Most people on here have had better results with their CA with using Formula 1 Pinnacle tint. Its ceramic tint also.

I can vouch for that.

orientblue3 · 12-05-2007, 05:18 PM

My BMW dealer used a shop that used a non-metallic tint. It works great. They use it on all their cars. The tint guy said they've been using it on BMW's for 5 years with no issues. I haven't heard too many people suggest a non-metallic tint so I was surprised when they installed it. But so far, so good.

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EastCoast335i Colonel 97 Rep 2,160 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 \| 2008 335i Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NJ iTrader: (4)	+1 A friend of mine had tints put on his 5-series and now he had to practically put the key fob next to the window to open his doors. Not sure what kind of tints he used. Anyone know what type of tint to avoid, or which tints are safe?
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Alex@AKMotorwerk 209 Rep 9,339 Posts Drives: 2012 AW F10 535i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hillsborough, NJ iTrader: (7)	used regular ol Lumar metallic tint and my FM/Sat/Nav and CA work the same as it did before i got tint. My tint is really light, only 50% tint, i'm not sure if it has anything to do with it tho.
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Meats Silky Johnson 12 Rep 105 Posts Drives: 2008 Jet Black 328xi Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 328xi [0.00]	I have 35% Carbon Stable tints from 3M. They look great, more like 20% and havent had any issues with GPS, Phone, or Comfort Access. __________________ 2008 Jet Black 328xi \| 189 Wheels \| Nav \| Steptronic \| Sport Package \| Logic 7 \| Xenon \| BMW Assist \| Comfort Access \| Fold Down Seats \| iPod/USB \| HD Radio \| 35% CS Tints \| Happy Robot \| V1 Hardwire \| Homelink Retrofit \| Depo Blacklines \|
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GregL Brigadier General 107 Rep 3,618 Posts Drives: 2016 CLA45 AMG Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: GTA iTrader: (4)	Stay away from reflective tints too, they're usually not legal and will make the windows look greenish from the glass. __________________ 2016 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 2013 Mercedes-Benz B250 - Gone 2010 Mercedes-Benz C350 4Matic - Gone 2006 BMW 330xi - Gone 2001 Infiniti QX4 - Gone
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wuufer001 Colonel 413 Rep 2,348 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 M/T Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: DFW, TX//Taiwan//South Africa iTrader: (5) Garage List 2006 325i [9.34]	my dealer got mine tinted so i don't know what kind they are. but surely works with my CA. not a problem __________________
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Rodrigo First Lieutenant 15 Rep 311 Posts Drives: 335i Convertible Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Miami, FL (Kendall) iTrader: (1)	I've had no problems with my Formula One Pinnacle tint. I did quite a bit of research before getting my window tinted and this seemed like the best choice. __________________ 2007 BMW 335i Convertible Black Sapphire Metallic / Coral Red / Gray Poplar
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royz86 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 42 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 530i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	I've also had no problem with Madico Onyx 50%, although it is metallic tint, no AM/FM/GPS reception problem. The tint shop was recommended by Weatherford BMW.
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pacman Lieutenant Colonel 40 Rep 1,913 Posts Drives: 325i Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bay Area,CA iTrader: (4)	i have the 35% 3M tint.... CA/nav/radio works just like before __________________
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orientblue3 Captain 30 Rep 864 Posts Drives: RIP 335, Now P30 C63 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: DFW iTrader: (2)	My BMW dealer used a shop that used a non-metallic tint. It works great. They use it on all their cars. The tint guy said they've been using it on BMW's for 5 years with no issues. I haven't heard too many people suggest a non-metallic tint so I was surprised when they installed it. But so far, so good.
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