[acre22f90]

Figured I would post here as there are a lot of window tint conversations that come up. My goal was to match the rear as best as possible and I’m extremely happy with the result. Can’t notice a difference from interior (no strong blue or brown hue from aftermarket tint). This was taken on a more overcast day, so tint will appear its darkest posible. I’ll take more pictures when the sun comes out.

15% Xpel XR Black on front two windows
Smoked side markers

Paid $170 total

[LDT]

Originally Posted by acre22f90

Figured I would post here as there are a lot of window tint conversations that come up. My goal was to match the rear as best as possible and I’m extremely happy with the result. Can’t notice a difference from interior (no strong blue or brown hue from aftermarket tint). This was taken on a more overcast day, so tint will appear its darkest posible. I’ll take more pictures when the sun comes out.

15% Xpel XR Black on front two windows
Smoked side markers

Paid $170 total

Nicely done.

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by acre22f90

Figured I would post here as there are a lot of window tint conversations that come up. My goal was to match the rear as best as possible and I’m extremely happy with the result. Can’t notice a difference from interior (no strong blue or brown hue from aftermarket tint). This was taken on a more overcast day, so tint will appear its darkest posible. I’ll take more pictures when the sun comes out.

15% Xpel XR Black on front two windows
Smoked side markers

Paid $170 total

Very nice! Looks so good and love that it matches all the way around! The smoked front reflectors look great too, good alternative to the painted sets that IND sells. Did you consider tinting the rear reflectors?

I had 15% nano carbon ceramic tint done as well for mine, but all the way around including rear windows and back window. For the fronts, I went with Llumar Air 80 on the windshield for heat reduction and UV protection. Problem when I did the rear windows is that it makes it a little darker than the fronts because of the tint that's already on the rear windows from factory. I asked about this to the tint guys before they installed mine, but they said it would still match even though they put 15% instead of 20 or 25%.... guess they were wrong

[acre22f90]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

Very nice! Looks so good and love that it matches all the way around! The smoked front reflectors look great too, good alternative to the painted sets that IND sells. Did you consider tinting the rear reflectors?

I had 15% nano carbon ceramic tint done as well for mine, but all the way around including rear windows and back window. For the fronts, I went with Llumar Air 80 on the windshield for heat reduction and UV protection. Problem when I did the rear windows is that it makes it a little darker than the fronts because of the tint that's already on the rear windows from factory. I asked about this to the tint guys before they installed mine, but they said it would still match even though they put 15% instead of 20 or 25%.... guess they were wrong

IND definitely the best solution but didn’t want to deal with install. The rear reflectors don’t bother me as much. Always have the option of smoking them too though!

I’m sure your setup still looks great!

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by acre22f90

IND definitely the best solution but didn’t want to deal with install. The rear reflectors don’t bother me as much. Always have the option of smoking them too though!

I’m sure your setup still looks great!

You’re right, tinting / smoking will always be an option and the more cost effective option from the IND color matched reflectors. Regardless of what you do, it does give it a different look. I matched mine andI’m pretty happy overall.

Great color you have combo btw — I also have CB and Tartufo

[aug0211]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

You’re right, tinting / smoking will always be an option and the more cost effective option from the IND color matched reflectors. Regardless of what you do, it does give it a different look. I matched mine andI’m pretty happy overall.

Great color you have combo btw — I also have CB and Tartufo

Are the IND color matched reflectors still the best option if doing a wrap, anyway? Or is it just as good to have them covered in the wrap?

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by aug0211

Are the IND color matched reflectors still the best option if doing a wrap, anyway? Or is it just as good to have them covered in the wrap?

If you're doing a custom wrap, I'd have them color match it and cover the reflectors with the custom wrap. If you're doing a PPF wrap (gloss or stealth/matte), I'd get the IND color matched reflectors and have the installer put PPF over it.

[DevoBMW]

Originally Posted by acre22f90

Figured I would post here as there are a lot of window tint conversations that come up. My goal was to match the rear as best as possible and I’m extremely happy with the result. Can’t notice a difference from interior (no strong blue or brown hue from aftermarket tint). This was taken on a more overcast day, so tint will appear its darkest posible. I’ll take more pictures when the sun comes out.

15% Xpel XR Black on front two windows
Smoked side markers

Paid $170 total

Looks great. I like the idea of the smoked side markers. Was debating doing the IND route, but I think this may be a better option for me. 👍

[aug0211]

I bought the IND side markers but unfortunately only half of them shipped and the appointment for wrap was set. I’ll be doing 5% tint on the side markers with stealth PPF over top. I wanted them to at least be consistent and this was the option available as I unfortunately only received half of them. I think it’ll be ok in the end and probably better option for a lease.

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by aug0211

I bought the IND side markers but unfortunately only half of them shipped and the appointment for wrap was set. I’ll be doing 5% tint on the side markers with stealth PPF over top. I wanted them to at least be consistent and this was the option available as I unfortunately only received half of them. I think it’ll be ok in the end and probably better option for a lease.

This is a great option and more cost effective than having to buy IND color matched side or rear reflectors. Especially if you have a black or darker colored car, you probably wouldn't be able to tell that that it's tinted.

Post pics when you can!

[aug0211]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

This is a great option and more cost effective than having to buy IND color matched side or rear reflectors. Especially if you have a black or darker colored car, you probably wouldn't be able to tell that that it's tinted.

Post pics when you can!

I put up some photos today, now that everything is on (Stealth PPF, BC Forged, IND, Maxton Designs, RG Sport, JB Speed).

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2081854

[rundeyvoo]

Originally Posted by aug0211

I put up some photos today, now that everything is on (Stealth PPF, BC Forged, IND, Maxton Designs, RG Sport, JB Speed).

https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2081854

Great looking X5! The wheels are awesome and the stealth PPF is awesome!How much did the maxton kit run you if you don’t mind me asking.

[aug0211]

Originally Posted by rundeyvoo

Great looking X5! The wheels are awesome and the stealth PPF is awesome!How much did the maxton kit run you if you don’t mind me asking.

Answered back in the thread I linked to in case others there have the same question 👍

TLDR, whatever MSRP was but I don’t remember because I split it up across a bunch of sites/sellers for availability purposes.