mdonline

Need some help from you regarding tinting.

I am going to tint my P. The question isn't about whether to tint or not.

I am torn about going with the lightest tint all around or a more darker shade. The darker shade is more likely to get in trouble with the cops since tinting the driver's side is not allowed in California.

I can go with the darker shade for the back windows and rear window, and a lighter shade for the front windows. The cops probably can't tell that the front windows are tinted. Would that look good with two different shades? Or am I better off tinting the whole car with the same color?

Anyone has their car tinted with two different shades for front and back? How does that look on the 997?

woodranch

I tinted the back 3 windows medium and it looks good.If I did it again I might go darker.I didn't screw with the front windows cause I really don't feel like getting pulled over just for that.CHP are dicks anyway.

zumaron

I think all windows be the same shade or no tint at all -- looks cleaner and more uniform. Choosing the right shade depends on the color of the car and your personal preference -- perfer lighter myself. I'm choosing the no-tint option this time around. Never had an issue with the CHP for tint -- only speeding. :-)

Stephenkng

Personally, can't agree more

Edgy01

This brings up a good question. Years ago it was very common to order "tinted glass." It's not really a public option on the Porsche site. What's the deal with the factory delivered glass? Is it shaded a little to start with? When you say that you're going to tint it, are you referring to that plastic stuff that you apply with a LOT of water?

Thanks for the clarification.

dan

mdonline

I am not sure what plastic stuff is, but it is a firm that they apply, I guess with water. Is there some other kind of tinting that I should be considered. I don't want them to spit and apply some cheap stuff to my Baby.

OCBen

You guys might find some useful info here:

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/232180-tint.html

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/230552-window-tint-brand-and.html

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/243129-to-tint-or-not.html

https://rennlist.com/forums/997-forum/183697-anyone-tint-windows-yet-how-much.html

Paul523

I did 50% tint, same on all five windows. Just my opinion, any darker doesn't look right on a 911. With 50% you still filter some heat on hottest days + parked at night it is difficult for thugs to see into the car.

mr997

I'd say go light all around. That way you will get the heat reduction and maintain the aesthetics of your car without looking too pimpish.