2011 coupe - TINTS - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 09:49 AM

Ladies and gents.

Mostly for those who have a 2011 e92... I was thinking of putting tints in a few weeks and wanted to know who here already have tints and their experience with them. The reason why I ask is because I had a 09 E90 with tints and after putting the windows down and up a few times the tints got all scratched. I had them replaced twice and with the same results. I took it to the dealer and was told that the tints were too thick but every other person I meet had the same problem, regardless of the film they used.

My question then is, has anyone experience this issue on the new 2011 coupes? I would hate to put tints to have the same problem. Its extremely annoying have a $40k+ car with scratches on the tints..

Also anyone with a white e92 and limo tints? can you post pics?

Thanks!

doubleIN · 03-13-2012, 10:05 AM

I got a two light scratches early on when I first got the tints done but haven't had any more since then and they are not really noticeable unless you really focus on looking for them. I know there's an aftermarket moleskin liner you can have installed to prevent the scratching. When I mentioned this problem to my SA he said there's an OEM solution too, and it's covered under warranty. I didn't pursue that any further after asking him because I don't like having my car in the shop unnecessarily and the 2 light scratches aren't a big deal for me

EngineCo52 · 03-13-2012, 10:10 AM

i believe this has been a well known problem that BMW is aware of, and have been for several years

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doubleIN

I got a two light scratches early on when I first got the tints done but haven't had any more since then and they are not really noticeable unless you really focus on looking for them. I know there's an aftermarket moleskin liner you can have installed to prevent the scratching. When I mentioned this problem to my SA he said there's an OEM solution too, and it's covered under warranty. I didn't pursue that any further after asking him because I don't like having my car in the shop unnecessarily and the 2 light scratches aren't a big deal for me

I've heard of that but the majority of the tints shops I've been to have no idea what that is.

Does anyone have the moleskin liner install? does it work?

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 10:35 AM

I've been reading several threads for days now and I get all sort of mix reviews. People are saying that its only on the e90 and not the e92 but the others are saying that some e92s have the same problem.

can anyone confirm of a recent tint install on a 2011 e92 without the felts? any scratches?

also while on the subject, whats up with the "dot Matrix" I'm confuse, can some elaborate?

Thanks

mashimarho · 03-13-2012, 10:38 AM

Never had a problem personally. Just get it done well the first time and take a week to let it dry without rolling em down.
After, that its great!

wrickem · 03-13-2012, 10:42 AM

I thought this was only an E90 problem. Neither of my E92's had their tints scratched and I know my tinter didn't apply felt.

Dark_Knight_335 · 03-13-2012, 10:45 AM

Get some Huper Optic ceramic tint, not that cheap dyed shit. Nary a scratch here!

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SDeFranco1

Get some Huper Optic ceramic tint, not that cheap dyed shit. Nary a scratch here!

how much did that run you? did you install them on a e92?

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrickem

I thought this was only an E90 problem. Neither of my E92's had their tints scratched and I know my tinter didn't apply felt.

I'm thinking of just taking the risk. but now that i do not have any tints when i roll the windows up and down i notice streaks when the window is dirty. not so sure if then when i do get the tints they will get all scratched

reddemon73 · 03-13-2012, 11:17 AM

I had my ceramic tint on my e92 for over a year now. No scratching at all. Make sure you take your car to a reputable shop. The e92 has a lot of dot matrix area on the windows.

Dark_Knight_335 · 03-13-2012, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkick08

how much did that run you? did you install them on a e92?

Yes sir, on an E93 actually. About 400$ but you won't find a better tint- and it's guaranteed for LIFE.

nichojo · 03-13-2012, 12:03 PM

Mine has tint all around - no problem at all. Had the rear dot matrix spray painted as well.

doubleIN · 03-13-2012, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkick08

I've heard of that but the majority of the tints shops I've been to have no idea what that is.

Does anyone have the moleskin liner install? does it work?

here's the product I was gonna buy:
http://www.tintprotector.com/bmw/index.htm

ended up not buying it after i observed that I was not getting more scratches over time

You may want to ask your SA about this. My SA said it's a known issue and they have a fix for it

rusn007 · 03-13-2012, 12:51 PM

I'm also in the same boat - have an '11 E92 and really want to put some tints on. I have always tinted my previous cars and never had any issues - but after reading some posts here, I'm a little bit concern.

I'm waiting for the weather to get a little bit warmer before I do it. Anybody that has '11 E92 and had any problems?

dawiyo · 03-13-2012, 02:19 PM

DEM TINTZ

rkick08 · 03-13-2012, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusn007

I'm also in the same boat - have an '11 E92 and really want to put some tints on. I have always tinted my previous cars and never had any issues - but after reading some posts here, I'm a little bit concern.

I'm waiting for the weather to get a little bit warmer before I do it. Anybody that has '11 E92 and had any problems?

that's what i'm doing waiting for the weather. frustrating. this shouldn't even be a topic of concern for a BMW owner. shameful!!

Louchie · 03-13-2012, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkick08

that's what i'm doing waiting for the weather. frustrating. this shouldn't even be a topic of concern for a BMW owner. shameful!!

I've had my 2009 E90 tinted for almost a year now with absolutely no scratches. My tinter installed the moleskin without even asking me, so I would say it works

Myriad · 03-13-2012, 03:42 PM

My 08 coupe had moleskin already inside the door ( I told the tintshop about how it would need it). No scratches or issues after 10 months.

Taipei-TT · 03-13-2012, 07:12 PM

2011 E92 3m tint (nothing special) and no scratches after 1.5 years.

edirtaynine · 03-13-2012, 07:19 PM

2008 e92 with no problem on tints too. (other than the stupid million dot matrix thing on the back windshield)

PKizzle · 03-13-2012, 09:55 PM

No scratches on an E92 2011 with 50% 3M tint. Only complain is that the shop that did it had no idea how to do the 'dot matrix' area on the rear glass and it looks like it's peeling off at the top. I might get the rear glass redone at some point. May want to talk to the installer and make sure that they know how to do the dot matrix part.

03-13-2012, 09:49 AM	#1
rkick08 Major Drives: 2011 e92 coupe Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 1,418 iTrader: (1)	2011 coupe - TINTS Ladies and gents. Mostly for those who have a 2011 e92... I was thinking of putting tints in a few weeks and wanted to know who here already have tints and their experience with them. The reason why I ask is because I had a 09 E90 with tints and after putting the windows down and up a few times the tints got all scratched. I had them replaced twice and with the same results. I took it to the dealer and was told that the tints were too thick but every other person I meet had the same problem, regardless of the film they used. My question then is, has anyone experience this issue on the new 2011 coupes? I would hate to put tints to have the same problem. Its extremely annoying have a $40k+ car with scratches on the tints.. Also anyone with a white e92 and limo tints? can you post pics? Thanks!
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03-13-2012, 10:05 AM	#2
doubleIN atlien Drives: '11 e90 335i Join Date: May 2011 Location: atlanta Posts: 370 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335i [4.25]	I got a two light scratches early on when I first got the tints done but haven't had any more since then and they are not really noticeable unless you really focus on looking for them. I know there's an aftermarket moleskin liner you can have installed to prevent the scratching. When I mentioned this problem to my SA he said there's an OEM solution too, and it's covered under warranty. I didn't pursue that any further after asking him because I don't like having my car in the shop unnecessarily and the 2 light scratches aren't a big deal for me __________________ 2011 e90 335i: AW/Oyster \| M Sport \| BMW Performance (Power Kit v1, Exhaust, Suspension, rear and side aero kit, 19" 313s)

03-13-2012, 10:10 AM	#3
EngineCo52 Major Drives: 2007 Montego 328xi CPE Join Date: May 2011 Location: Havre de Grace, MD Posts: 1,458 iTrader: (2)	i believe this has been a well known problem that BMW is aware of, and have been for several years __________________ E92 328xi Mods-KW V1-BMW Performance Exhaust-Matte Black Grill-CF Mirror Covers-CF B-Pillars-20% Tint-Coming soon:AG M310's, M3 Rep Front, Black Roof, Vinyl Window Trim E9x Picture Game-8 Points-Roundabout, Something Remarkable(stack of 50 g's), Cruise Memorabilia, Dirt Road w/ Trees, Michael Jackson, Police Station ,Dress-Up Funny, TPMS

03-13-2012, 10:38 AM	#6
mashimarho Boss Drives: e92 LCI 335i xDrive™ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Grand Rapids, michigan Posts: 5,818 iTrader: (27) Garage List 2012 BMW 335i xDrive [5.00]	Never had a problem personally. Just get it done well the first time and take a week to let it dry without rolling em down. After, that its great! __________________ -Sean. 360 FORGED///DynamikiLLu51ions///ER///BMS///KW///VRSF///ARKYM///DD///CYBA///STOPTECH///BMW Performance /// My Progress: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=770326

03-13-2012, 10:42 AM	#7
wrickem doesn't really care Drives: what he wants to Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: lambertville nj Posts: 2,159 iTrader: (0)	I thought this was only an E90 problem. Neither of my E92's had their tints scratched and I know my tinter didn't apply felt. __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ '11 e92 335-xi m-sport - daily driver/winter beater, '06 Boxster - for fun, '07 M6- for even more fun.

03-13-2012, 10:35 AM	#5
rkick08 Major Drives: 2011 e92 coupe Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 1,418 iTrader: (1)	I've been reading several threads for days now and I get all sort of mix reviews. People are saying that its only on the e90 and not the e92 but the others are saying that some e92s have the same problem. can anyone confirm of a recent tint install on a 2011 e92 without the felts? any scratches? also while on the subject, whats up with the "dot Matrix" I'm confuse, can some elaborate? Thanks

03-13-2012, 10:45 AM	#8
Dark_Knight_335 Came to the N55 Darkside Drives: 2011 335 E93 M-Sport Join Date: May 2010 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 5,789 iTrader: (17)	Get some Huper Optic ceramic tint, not that cheap dyed shit. Nary a scratch here!

03-13-2012, 11:17 AM	#11
reddemon73 Captain Drives: 2011 E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 822 iTrader: (1)	I had my ceramic tint on my e92 for over a year now. No scratching at all. Make sure you take your car to a reputable shop. The e92 has a lot of dot matrix area on the windows. __________________ 2011 E92, mineral white/red interior, sport, navi, premium, CA. Current mods: 15% ceramic tint, black grills, painted reflectors, wrapped side mirrors and front blades, HID fogs, HRE 545R, and spacers with stud conversion to come

03-13-2012, 12:03 PM	#13
nichojo Lieutenant Drives: 2011 328i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 403 iTrader: (1)	Mine has tint all around - no problem at all. Had the rear dot matrix spray painted as well.

03-13-2012, 12:51 PM	#15
rusn007 Private First Class Drives: 2011 E92 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 102 iTrader: (0)	I'm also in the same boat - have an '11 E92 and really want to put some tints on. I have always tinted my previous cars and never had any issues - but after reading some posts here, I'm a little bit concern. I'm waiting for the weather to get a little bit warmer before I do it. Anybody that has '11 E92 and had any problems?

03-13-2012, 02:19 PM	#16
dawiyo Private First Class Drives: 2007 335i Sedan - Graphite Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 125 iTrader: (0)	DEM TINTZ

03-13-2012, 03:42 PM	#19
Myriad Lieutenant Drives: E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 560 iTrader: (1)	My 08 coupe had moleskin already inside the door ( I told the tintshop about how it would need it). No scratches or issues after 10 months. __________________ ZPP / ZSP / Navi

03-13-2012, 07:12 PM	#20
Taipei-TT Captain Drives: 2011 E92 325i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Canadian in Taipei Posts: 604 iTrader: (0)	2011 E92 3m tint (nothing special) and no scratches after 1.5 years.

03-13-2012, 07:19 PM	#21
edirtaynine Major General Drives: e92 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 5,232 iTrader: (0)	2008 e92 with no problem on tints too. (other than the stupid million dot matrix thing on the back windshield)

03-13-2012, 09:55 PM	#22
PKizzle Private First Class Drives: '11 335is, '99 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 177 iTrader: (0)	No scratches on an E92 2011 with 50% 3M tint. Only complain is that the shop that did it had no idea how to do the 'dot matrix' area on the rear glass and it looks like it's peeling off at the top. I might get the rear glass redone at some point. May want to talk to the installer and make sure that they know how to do the dot matrix part.

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