Ford Fest Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 I'm looking for opinions to help me decide if I should tint the windows. I've had the windows tinted on every car I've owned except this one. IMO tinted windows always make a car look better. So, I'm not sure exactly why I have held off. I do like being able to see the gauge cluster on the dash from the outside of the car as it is one of my favorite features of the car. So what do you think, tint or no tint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grsybtch Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 Tint 'em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08KR525 Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 Tint 'em +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007red40thGT500 Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 i'm amazed you lasted this long. tinting also protects the interior from UV rays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 The dragstrip won't let you race with tint. Not sure if autocross tracks are the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark.barton Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 (edited) Road courses require you run with the driver and passenger windows down, so having tinted windows is not a problem. I say tint 'em. Mark PS. IMHO, I think the tinted windows make these cars look even more menacing......... Edited May 11, 2015 by mark.barton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch40 Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 A vote for no tint. The car looks sweet as is. I'm the opposite, I've never tinted windows on any car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITHERTZ66 Posted May 11, 2015 Report Share Posted May 11, 2015 (edited) Tint them, especially on black cars. Love my tint! This is 30% Edited May 11, 2015 by ITHERTZ66 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr07shelby Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 Had same dilemna with making same decision on my shelby. Glad I went ahead and had it done. Go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford Fest Posted May 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 Thanks for the feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyKR664 Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 I say no tint only because tint eventually fades, bubbles, scratches etc. If I lived in the lower south, I would consider it. You can always have it taken off if you did not like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert OHara Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 Oh get you some Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITHERTZ66 Posted May 12, 2015 Report Share Posted May 12, 2015 Guys, this is important: If you have a pre 2008 car, you MUST either upgrade/swap your front window channel guides with the later 2008 part or line your current ones with moleskin PRIOR to having your windows tinted. The rubber on the earlier cars will collect fine dirt particles and SCRATCH the insides of your window tint very badly and you will have to have everything re-done in short order. Ford fixed this problem with the 2008+ cars. https://shelbygth.wordpress.com/2014/04/18/window-tinting/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford Fest Posted May 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2015 (edited) Guys, this is important: If you have a pre 2008 car, you MUST either upgrade/swap your front window channel guides with the later 2008 part or line your current ones with moleskin PRIOR to having your windows tinted. The rubber on the earlier cars will collect fine dirt particles and SCRATCH the insides of your window tint very badly and you will have to have everything re-done in short order. Ford fixed this problem with the 2008+ cars. https://shelbygth.wordpress.com/2014/04/18/window-tinting/ I'll need to order new guides. I've wondered what was making the windows look so bad. Thanks for the tip! I'm thinking I should replace after I have the windows tinted. When they install tint I can see the felt getting soaked from using water and a couple of drops of soap to help the tint slide. Thoughts? Edited May 13, 2015 by Ford Fest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITHERTZ66 Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 BEFORE! It will only take one activation to scratch your new tint. Do it first! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_GT350 Posted May 14, 2015 Report Share Posted May 14, 2015 Guys, this is important: If you have a pre 2008 car, you MUST either upgrade/swap your front window channel guides with the later 2008 part or line your current ones with moleskin PRIOR to having your windows tinted. The rubber on the earlier cars will collect fine dirt particles and SCRATCH the insides of your window tint very badly and you will have to have everything re-done in short order. Ford fixed this problem with the 2008+ cars. https://shelbygth.wordpress.com/2014/04/18/window-tinting/ Ah Ha.... an informative post.... the wife wants me to get mine tinted but I have noticed the scratches on the glass already... now I know why.... thanks Troy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chucks07 Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Thanks for the info. My 07 has tinted windows and are scratched. Looks like I will have to get new guides and have the windows redone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Johnston Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Two recommendations (from experience): 1) Check DMV rules for the State and county as to total tint (window glass and film) amount allowed. Many States only allow limited additional tinting over the already factory tint in the glass. If the windows are too dark for law enforcement to see the driver, it may have to be removed and that can be costly. Or it may affect driver vision at night because of too dark a tint. This regulation varies from State to State and can impede a later sale to a buyer in another State or county. 2) You can try a DIY job, but the reputable professionals who do this on a daily basis usually have far better skills, knowledge and proper materials. I have never had a professionally installed tint scratch on my windows on any pre-2007 vehicle, even classics from the sixties. The tint is still problem free after dozens of years with no scratches, fade or peal due to hot summer weather and long sunny days in Hawaii sitting in the driveway (not garaged). I have seen scores of poor work on cars from DIY and cheap jobs with tint that pealed, scratched or was cut poorly just to save a buck. You will enjoy a cooler car with less sun glare once it is done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 A vote for no tint. The car looks sweet as is. I'm the opposite, I've never tinted windows on any car I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Horse Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 I agree. No tint ,your ride looks awesome as is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlesnake Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 No "Tint"... just wear some great sunglasses. But then mine is a vert., and I like the top down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slabo Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 I'm in the no tint group as well. I think it looks sweet as is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shel-b001 Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Nope I won`t tint her . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIKEBOY Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 No tint... Looks classier with see thru glass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford Fest Posted May 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 Thank you for the feedback! It's weird not having tint on this one with all of the other cars I've owned over the years getting the full treatment with 20% tint, not limo dark; but dark enough. Having to replace the window guides has definitely made me think even more if I want to tint the windows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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