Window Tinting MG5

[Mr C]

I have had my windows tinted (see pics), all windows behind the front driver and front passengers windows are dark, I had this done at the dealer prior to collection, this was £250.

Two weeks later I decided I wanted more windows tinting, I looked for a local tinting business and they came to me, I had the front side windows done, they are lightly tinted allowing 70% of light transfer. I also had a sun strip fitted at the top of the windscreen £130.

It might be more cost effective to look for a tinting business near you rather than the dealer.

There are many reasons for tinting, I wanted glare reduction, UV protection and something to help keep the cabin cooler in summer, some tinting films also provide heat rejection.

As you can see from the outside its dark but inside visibility is really good.

Always check that your tints are legal, I was issued with a warranty card with details of the tint film used.

Hope this helps

 

[Mark Holmes]

I have had my windows tinted (see pics), all windows behind the front driver and front passengers windows are dark, I had this done at the dealer prior to collection, this was £250.

Two weeks later I decided I wanted more windows tinting, I looked for a local tinting business and they came to me, I had the front side windows done, they are lightly tinted allowing 70% of light transfer. I also had a sun strip fitted at the top of the windscreen £130.

It might be more cost effective to look for a tinting business near you rather than the dealer.

There are many reasons for tinting, I wanted glare reduction, UV protection and something to help keep the cabin cooler in summer, some tinting films also provide heat rejection.

As you can see from the outside its dark but inside visibility is really good.

Always check that your tints are legal, I was issued with a warranty card with details of the tint film used.

Hope this helps

I used global tint for mine, but didn’t think about the top edge of the front screen, that’s a good idea..

 

[Cocijo]

I’m looking at global - waiting for warmer and safer times

 

[Mark Holmes]

I’m looking at global - waiting for warmer and safer times

They were good and they offer you a lifetime warranty

 

[Mr C]

I used global tint for mine, but didn’t think about the top edge of the front screen, that’s a good idea..

Should help keep some heat off the dash in Summer, if we get one,

 

[Cocijo]

They were good and they offer you a lifetime warranty

That’s good. I’m thinking all glass excluding - darker on rear glass but obviously lighter on front 2 - windscreen i would like a top tint. Any recommendations on shades etc? I’ve looked on their website

 

[Mr C]

That’s good. I’m thinking all glass excluding - darker on rear glass but obviously lighter on front 2 - windscreen i would like a top tint. Any recommendations on shades etc? I’ve looked on their website

Film used on the front was Luna and it was Global tint that did mine, the sun strip was dark, the rules for the sun strip is that it must not cover the swiping area of your wiper blade.

 

[Lovemyev]

I have had my windows tinted (see pics), all windows behind the front driver and front passengers windows are dark, I had this done at the dealer prior to collection, this was £250.

Two weeks later I decided I wanted more windows tinting, I looked for a local tinting business and they came to me, I had the front side windows done, they are lightly tinted allowing 70% of light transfer. I also had a sun strip fitted at the top of the windscreen £130.

It might be more cost effective to look for a tinting business near you rather than the dealer.

There are many reasons for tinting, I wanted glare reduction, UV protection and something to help keep the cabin cooler in summer, some tinting films also provide heat rejection.

As you can see from the outside its dark but inside visibility is really good.

Always check that your tints are legal, I was issued with a warranty card with details of the tint film used.

Hope this helps

Your black tints are a great contrast to the white paint work of the car !.
( P.S. - Check if your insurance has an interest. I informed my insurance and it shown on the modifications page of my policy, no increase in premium O.B.T.W. ).
I just have the windows done from the "B" pillar back, it looks great against the Dynamic red paintwork.

 

[Mr C]

Your black tints are a great contrast to the white paint work of the car !.
( P.S. - Check if your insurance has an interest. I informed my insurance and it shown on the modifications page of my policy, no increase in premium O.B.T.W. ).
I just have the windows done from the "B" pillar back, it looks great against the Dynamic red paintwork.

Good point I forgot to mention that, really important to notify your insurance, I did!

 

[Stuwit46]

I have had my windows tinted (see pics), all windows behind the front driver and front passengers windows are dark, I had this done at the dealer prior to collection, this was £250.

Two weeks later I decided I wanted more windows tinting, I looked for a local tinting business and they came to me, I had the front side windows done, they are lightly tinted allowing 70% of light transfer. I also had a sun strip fitted at the top of the windscreen £130.

It might be more cost effective to look for a tinting business near you rather than the dealer.

There are many reasons for tinting, I wanted glare reduction, UV protection and something to help keep the cabin cooler in summer, some tinting films also provide heat rejection.

As you can see from the outside its dark but inside visibility is really good.

Always check that your tints are legal, I was issued with a warranty card with details of the tint film used.

Hope this helps

Thanks for this, I’m looking at getting mine done soon

 

[Mr C]

Thanks for this, I’m looking at getting mine done soon

Stu,
I got rid of my Merc and A6 ICE to get this car, I'm surprised what you get for the money and I'm happy with it.

This car is big enough for what I need, get in the whole family and dog, there is a lot of glass in this car and it felt a bit exposed and I expect it will be hot in summer, with the UV and heat reflecting properties it should help keep the cabin temp cooler, benefits less energy for the HVAC to cool the car, less impact on range.

It also sets the car off better and completes the look, glad I had mine done and it should look nice with your paint too. Lots of reasons to tint, security and privacy is another.

The Forum podcast is really good and is starting to include more MG5 chat, I have had my car 2 weeks, getting some experience with it now. If you look at my threads I have identified a lot of accessories I'm using on my 5.

Let me know how the tinting goes, look forward to the pics.

Regards Mark C.

 

[Stuwit46]

Stu,
I got rid of my Merc and A6 ICE to get this car, I'm surprised what you get for the money and I'm happy with it.

This car is big enough for what I need, get in the whole family and dog, there is a lot of glass in this car and it felt a bit exposed and I expect it will be hot in summer, with the UV and heat reflecting properties it should help keep the cabin temp cooler, benefits less energy for the HVAC to cool the car, less impact on range.

It also sets the car off better and completes the look, glad I had mine done and it should look nice with your paint too. Lots of reasons to tint, security and privacy is another.

The Forum podcast is really good and is starting to include more MG5 chat, I have had my car 2 weeks, getting some experience with it now. If you look at my threads I have identified a lot of accessories I'm using on my 5.

Let me know how the tinting goes, look forward to the pics.

Regards Mark C.

Will do, I’ve been representing the 5 owners on the podcast. Now I’m over the “loss” of a Mercedes I don’t know what I was keeping me from changing brand. I am really enjoying the car, as you say so much for the money. I’ve just bought a private plate for it too, so it’s a keeper

 

[TerryYa]

I've been planning on getting mine done (zsev) and this has given me the nudge to get it sorted. Mine is white so thinking as dark as legally possible. What is the deal with getting the windscreen tinted? Do companies do it (to legal limits)? I'm wondering as globaltint only quotes for half car online.

 

[Jocko]

Vehicles first used on 1 April 1985 or later​

The front windscreen must let at least 75% of light through and the front side windows must let at least 70% of light through.

75% is barely noticeable.

 

[TerryYa]

So on a cost/ benefit scale it's not really worth it.

 

[Davemac278]

Being Scottish I fitted a sunstrip

Simply FAD01 Fade In Sun Strip Amazon product

Ordered 6m 70% vlt tint for front driver/passenger

6 m 15% for rear windows

Cost under £17 for it and will have a stab at fitting when warmer. I like a challenge.

 

[nayake]

I have had my windows tinted (see pics), all windows behind the front driver and front passengers windows are dark, I had this done at the dealer prior to collection, this was £250.

Two weeks later I decided I wanted more windows tinting, I looked for a local tinting business and they came to me, I had the front side windows done, they are lightly tinted allowing 70% of light transfer. I also had a sun strip fitted at the top of the windscreen £130.

It might be more cost effective to look for a tinting business near you rather than the dealer.

There are many reasons for tinting, I wanted glare reduction, UV protection and something to help keep the cabin cooler in summer, some tinting films also provide heat rejection.

As you can see from the outside its dark but inside visibility is really good.

Always check that your tints are legal, I was issued with a warranty card with details of the tint film used.

Hope this helps

 

[Stuwit46]

Had mine done today...

 

[nayake]

Had mine done today...

Very nice mate. I’m might get mine done over the weekend. Front windows look darker than windscreen. Is it 70% ?

 

[Mr C]

Had mine done today...

Very nice, great privacy from outside and really good visibility inside. This transforms the look of the car for not much money. Like the number plate