Windscreen replacement

[Andy wright]

Nice simple question. Cracked windscreen. Bit of a snag. Can anyone recommend a windscreen replacement company in the Midlands region ( I am near Derby ) that is willing and able to tackle said job ? It’s a series 2 .

[LRS7]

Hi Andy 

last time i needed a windscreen done i went through my insurance, Auto windscreens we assigned the job but they were on back order with Lotus, when they finally came into stock organised Central Lotus (now Central GB) to release the front clam (doesn’t need removing) and they fitted it there. Think they charge me an hours labour but speak with Adam or Connor who will sort you out. 

I wonder if Gav @ Unit 4 in Burton maybe closer to you ? Whomever you use no windscreen company will be able to fit without releasing the front clam so you’ll need garage assistance unless your handy with the spanner’s and can do it yourself?

Hope that helps 

Edited December 12, 2024 by LRS7

[Andy wright]

Thanks. That’s helpful. Auto glass quoted £3200 for the job. National windscreen were a bit less at £2600. This is not an insurance job as I bought the car with the screen cracked. I will remove the clam anyway and the dash top and I have found a place in Derby that will come and do it if I provide the screen. All in all, a ball- ache. 

[LRS7]

Blimey those are staggering figures! Glad you’ve now sorted it. 

[Andy wright]

Thanks. That’s helpful. Auto glass quoted £3200 for the job. National windscreen were a bit less at £2600. This is not an insurance job as I bought the car with the screen cracked. I will remove the clam anyway and the dash top and I have found a place in Derby that will come and do it if I provide the screen. All in all, a ball- ache. 

8 hours ago, LRS7 said:

Blimey those are staggering figures! Glad you’ve now sorted it. 

They are. Astonishing. Hope the Ricky Evans Motorsport screen is up to the mark. 

[Andy wright]

Bought.  screen from Ricky Evans motorsport . Fitted it myself and saved a shed load of cash .