Tinting the Prius c

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by -y0-, Aug 3, 2013.

Page 1 of 3
  1. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    I got my windows tinted and noticed the small quarter windows weren't done that well. For those that have their Prius c's tinted, how'd your quarter windows come out? I'm debating taking all 4 windows out so they can tint them again with better results.
     
    #1 -y0-, Aug 3, 2013
  2. TheyCmeNow

    TheyCmeNow Junior Member

    Joined:
    Jun 7, 2013
    77
    25
    0
    Location:
    California
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    One
    The tint shop I visited had computer-cut tint. No bubbling, fading, etc etc..

    If the workmanship is poor, have it redone.
     
    #2 TheyCmeNow, Aug 4, 2013
  3. B2FiNiTY

    B2FiNiTY Active Member

    Joined:
    Dec 17, 2012
    979
    227
    0
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Two
    Yep, no issues with mine!
     
    #3 B2FiNiTY, Aug 4, 2013
  4. CraigB

    CraigB Member

    Joined:
    Jun 2, 2013
    205
    96
    0
    Location:
    SF Bay Area, CA
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    I had mine done twice only because I went darker. Both times they came out flawless. Any reputable shop will redo them if their work is subpar. Mine were also digitally cut at the shop I use.

    You didn't say what the problem was so not sure if you're talking about bubbles; foreign object debris trapped between the film and glass; or something else. Bubbles are normal and could take 30 days to disappear as the film cures. But definatley take it back to have them assess the concerns you have. You should not have to remove windows for "better results".
     
    #4 CraigB, Aug 4, 2013
  5. los panda

    los panda Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2013
    155
    23
    0
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Two
    find a shop that offers a lifetime guarantee. yelp is a great tool to get started, especially the mapping feature.

    i found about 6 shops in my area worth considering > dropped 4 of them because they didn't offer me a lifetime guarantee > chose the winner based on price and because they tinted tail lights
     
    #5 los panda, Aug 4, 2013
    TheyCmeNow likes this.
  6. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    The issues are gaps on all 4 quarter windows along with specs. The rear window was cut barely enough to cover the visible glass almost leaving a gap in the corner. The rear windows have visible gaps on the sides that faces front especially visible when the windows are rolled down half way.
     
    #6 -y0-, Aug 4, 2013
  7. SwhitePC

    SwhitePC Active Member

    Joined:
    Apr 11, 2013
    495
    214
    0
    Location:
    ca
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    you shouldn't have paid them until they did it right
     
    #7 SwhitePC, Aug 4, 2013
    steveoknievo, TheyCmeNow and ztanos like this.
  8. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    I just trusted them because I had 2 other cars done there. I guess I'll just have to ask them to remove the tint and a refund. Seems like their workmanship has fallen off in a year.
     
    #8 -y0-, Aug 4, 2013
  9. los panda

    los panda Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2013
    155
    23
    0
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Two
    right, and if you used a credit card; dispute the charge until they make it right.
     
    #9 los panda, Aug 4, 2013
  10. SwhitePC

    SwhitePC Active Member

    Joined:
    Apr 11, 2013
    495
    214
    0
    Location:
    ca
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    and when you went to pick up the car, always always walk around and check it out first.
     
    #10 SwhitePC, Aug 4, 2013
  11. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    Yea lesson learned. I was in a hurry because I had to go to work and didn't inspect the way I should until I had time. Hopefully they will remove all the tint and refund my money.
     
    #11 -y0-, Aug 4, 2013
  12. Whirldy

    Whirldy Junior Member

    Joined:
    Aug 5, 2013
    89
    15
    0
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    One
    Did our windows yesterday. Four windows are impeccable!
     
    #12 Whirldy, Aug 6, 2013
  13. AliIzad

    AliIzad Member

    Joined:
    Aug 21, 2012
    170
    72
    0
    Location:
    Southern California
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Three
    I had the same issue with one of the quarter windows. I left in a hurry and a week later noticed the corners were peeling up. Called the shop and they sent out an installer to my work and he re-did the window. In fact while he was there, he checked the other quarter window and wasn't too happy with it, so he fixed that one as well.
     
    #13 AliIzad, Aug 8, 2013
  14. los panda

    los panda Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2013
    155
    23
    0
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Two
    who did you use? i used tw tinting in santa ana.
     
    #14 los panda, Aug 8, 2013
  15. AliIzad

    AliIzad Member

    Joined:
    Aug 21, 2012
    170
    72
    0
    Location:
    Southern California
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Three
    #15 AliIzad, Aug 8, 2013
  16. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    So went to a new local place that was recommended. Big gaps again and they said it was impossible. Took tint off, wasted time. Super frustrated.
     
    #16 -y0-, Aug 8, 2013
  17. los panda

    los panda Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2013
    155
    23
    0
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Two
    very cool.
    i reached out to them for a quote but they wouldn't budge on price.
     
    #17 los panda, Aug 8, 2013
  18. AliIzad

    AliIzad Member

    Joined:
    Aug 21, 2012
    170
    72
    0
    Location:
    Southern California
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Three
    Not good, but keep an eye on Yelp for a discount, they did good work.
     
    #18 AliIzad, Aug 8, 2013
  19. -y0-

    -y0- Member

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2013
    142
    20
    0
    Location:
    Pacific NW
    Vehicle:
    2013 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    Just found a scratch that goes all across under the spoiler. Almost certain the new tint shop did it while cutting out the rear window film. So angry. Not sure what to do.
     
    #19 -y0-, Aug 9, 2013
  20. ztanos

    ztanos All-around Geek!

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2013
    3,339
    1,150
    40
    Location:
    Cumming, Georgia
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius c
    Model:
    Four
    Contact Garm and get one of the Itech spoilers. They look better anyhow. :) If it's not actually on the spoiler... I got nothing.
    [​IMG]
     
    #20 ztanos, Aug 10, 2013
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)
Page 1 of 3