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Window Tinting Cost

How Much Does Window Tinting Cost?

low cost Range: $150-$225
low cost SUVs: $170-$250

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Auto glass tinting is often done for cosmetic reasons, but there are also health and safety considerations. Glass that is tinted tends to be more shatter resistant because the film helps hold the pieces together. Tinted windows can serve as a theft-deterrent, shielding the interior of the vehicle from prying eyes. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, window film on glass can protect vehicle occupants from ultraviolet rays.
 
Typical costs:
  • The price depends on the brand and type of tint used, as well as the size or type of vehicle. Average costs for tinting range from $150 to $225 for passenger cars; $150 to $195 for trucks; and $170 to $250 for SUVs and minivans.
What should be included:
  • A typical "all-around" tint job involves the rear window, two or four door windows as well as two or four triangle windows. The price quoted should include, at the minimum, basic, non-reflective film and installation on all windows except the windshield.
  • A limited warranty against bubbling or peeling should be included for at least one year. Some shops (usually those that are members of a national chain) offer lifetime warranties that follow the car's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Additional costs:
  • Removal of old tint costs an average of $25 with the purchase of new tint.
  • Many automotive tint shops offer upgrades from standard, non-reflective tinting, such as hybrid, full metal, titanium, stainless or colored tints. Price will depend on the manufacturer and type selected.
Discounts:
  • Discounts for automotive tinting can often be found on individual shop websites.
Shopping for window tinting:
  • Laws on tinting car windows vary by state. There can be different regulartions regarding allowable colors, acceptable percentage of visible light transmission and percentage of reflectivity. The International Window Film Association provides a state-by-state chart of automotive tint laws.
Article updated May 2007
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Amount: $300.00 I paid more
Posted by: LouieL in San Jose, CA.Purchased: January, 2003
Car Make: HondaCar Model: Accord
Auto Shop: California Auto Tinting
I paid a bit more than average for tinting my car windows, but I feel like I got a quality job...4 years so far and no bubbles, no color changes. The tint goes all the way to the edge of the windows, too -- no untinted zones when I roll down my windows.

I think a good way to find a reliable tint company is to call some car dealerships and ask which shop they take their cars to for tinting.
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Amount: $300.00 Window tinting
Posted by: AnthonyG in Las Vegas, NV.Purchased: January, 2003
Car Make: ChevyCar Model: Blazer LT
There are two types of tint cuts, computer controlled or by hand. Although both will yield similar results, a computer controlled cut of window film will result in a more professional job (if technician is skilled). I went to a local mom & pop shop and they did an excellent job, even placing a slightly darker tint on front windows for privacy (20% vs 35%). Make sure they give a lifetime warranty (to original purchaser) on film, most places will. Check over the work, especially around edges of windows, after the 3-day \'set\' period. If any of the film did not stick, take it back and make them redo the window. They cannot just \"glue\" the lose part down, eventually it will bubble or peel/tear away.
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Amount: $300.00 Window Tinting
Posted by: Gman in Humble, TX.Purchased: January, 2003
Car Make: 2007Car Model: Totota camry
Auto Shop: paladin
I went to paladin in Humble TX they were not the highest or the cheapest but a fair price and they did a super clean tint job on my car.
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Amount: $125.00 WINDOW TINTING
Posted by: Joel in Kissimme, FL.Purchased: August, 2007
Car Make: 2007 CHRYSLERCar Model: 300
Auto Shop: DISTINCTIVE TRUCK ACCESSORIES
Wow all of you guys are paying way too much. I got this rate w/ a lifetime warranty. The West coast seems to be kind of expensive. These guys did a tremendous job on my veh and I have reccomended them to all my friends and fam with like results.
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Amount: $200.00 Are there colors uther than gray for tinting?
Posted by: Charles Cargill in Wexford, PA.Purchased: 2008
Car Make: BMWCar Model: X5
My windows are currently dark grey but I would prefer something different. Are there other colors to be had and if so what are they.
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Amount: $150.00 Very satisfied
Posted by: Drew in Burlington, IA.Purchased: May, 2007
Car Make: 1992 Plymouth LaserCar Model: RS AWD Turbo
Got my windows tinted as black as I can legally - was really cheap too with a 5 year warranty.
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Amount: $200.00 Windows Tinted
Posted by: Undae in Vancouver, WA.Purchased: February, 2009
Car Make: ToyotaCar Model: Camry
Auto Shop: Solar Eclipse
The guys seemed like odd jerks/lowlifes but all of my buddies had gotten it done there and they do a fantastic job with Lifetime Warranty and finished it within 50 minutes. Quality job and a great price.
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Amount: $220.00 Window Tinting
Posted by: a user in Alamogordo, NM.Purchased: January, 2009
Car Make: 1999 ChrylserCar Model: 300m
Auto Shop: Oscars Auto Tinting
I had orginal tint done with lifetime warranty then they went out of business 6 months before my back window developed a blurry film. These guys back the same lifetime warranty but have been here for 22 years. $160 for the new tint, 60 for removal
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Amount: $140.00 window tinting
Posted by: a user in memphis, TN.Purchased: January, 2009
Car Make: chevroletCar Model: silverado
Auto Shop: 901 sound
they did great job on my truck i got my back window and 4 side windows for only 150 and it comes with a lifetime warrenty and if i get a ticket, they will pay for it and redo my tint
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Amount: $89.00 Window Tinting
Posted by: Will in Jacksonville, FL.Purchased: January, 2008
Car Make: SaturnCar Model: Aura 4 door
Auto Shop: Auto Tint at Emerson
Did an excellent job and comes w/ a lifetime warrenty. They have been tinting for 30 yrs. Would definitly recommend to others. I was worried at first because the price but after it was done i got many complements from random people
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Amount: $120.00 Window Tinting (w/Windshield)
Posted by: TonyPlena in New York, NY.Purchased: February, 2009
Car Make: ToyotaCar Model: Camry LE (4dr.)
Auto Shop: Orlando Window Tint
Seaman Ave and Dyckman St, New York, New York

All 4 windows including about a 6\" strip on the Windshield, otherwise, $100. Fast service.
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Amount: $250.00 Great inexpensive upgrade
Posted by: Clarke in Greenville, SC.Purchased: March, 2009
Car Make: ToyotaCar Model: Matrix XRS
Auto Shop: Sun Control
This place did a great job with the tint. I had old tint on the back windows that was starting to peel and they didn't charge that much extra to take it off. Took them about four hours to finish.

I wanted it pretty dark and wasn't happy when it first came out, but two months later the tint seems to have darkened...maybe it just the tint they used.
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Amount: $160.00 Mobile window tinting
Posted by: Tido in orlando, FL.Purchased: May, 2009
Car Make: AcuraCar Model: TL
Auto Shop: The Tint Man
I have had so many problems with tint in the past. You see $99 tint specials all over the place here in FL, but they turn purple and bubble. The Tint Man tinted a car for me about 5 years ago at their store in Longwood and I never had a problem with it. This time they came out to me because I have a garage now. It looks just as good this time as last. It cost $20 more for them to come to you, but it's well worth it when you have 3 kids like I do. The phone # is 407-678-8468
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Amount: $170.00 Mobile window tinting
Posted by: a user in asheville, NC.Purchased: July, 2009
Car Make: pontaicCar Model: grand prix gt
Auto Shop: lowrider shop
best tint shop ever life time warrenty and they do 12 different car dealerships around.
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Amount: $689.99 Mobile window tinting
Posted by: a kid in missoula, MT.Purchased: August, 2009
Car Make: camaroCar Model:
Auto Shop: walmart
walmart tint is expensive and has a 3 month warranty it is great lol jk
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Amount: $115.00 window tinting & car detailed
Posted by: lucky me in Orlando, FL.Purchased: July, 2009
Car Make: ChryslerCar Model: PT Cruiser
Auto Shop: Carl's Tropical Tint & Auto Detailing
Had my Cruiser tinted and detailed at one of their locations (1460 Goldenrod Rd., Suite 120 Orlando FL). A lifetime warranty came with the tint, and my car looked like NEW after they did the full detail on it. I've told all my friends about this place.
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