Spec C question.
29 September 2013, 10:19 PM
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Spec C question.
I have an MY04 Spec C WR Limited. The windscreen is stone chipped to hell. Ive spoken to Auto Windscreens who asked if it has a lightweight windscreen. I know the side windows are lightweight and am I correct in saying that the windscreen is just a standard impreza screen?
30 September 2013, 12:00 AM
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Yep Spec C lighter glass ALL round.
However:
a) the additional weight of a standard windscreen would have a minimal/even negligible effect on performance;
b) a standard windscreen would be unlikely to be detected or looked for;
c) taking (a) and (b) into account you wouldn't be 'doing' a buyer, even with FSH.
So, if you need the car as a dd don't delay by insisting on a Spec C replacement, otherwise hold out.
However:
a) the additional weight of a standard windscreen would have a minimal/even negligible effect on performance;
b) a standard windscreen would be unlikely to be detected or looked for;
c) taking (a) and (b) into account you wouldn't be 'doing' a buyer, even with FSH.
So, if you need the car as a dd don't delay by insisting on a Spec C replacement, otherwise hold out.
30 September 2013, 12:16 AM
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Yep Spec C lighter glass ALL round.
However:
a) the additional weight of a standard windscreen would have a minimal/even negligible effect on performance;
b) a standard windscreen would be unlikely to be detected or looked for;
c) taking (a) and (b) into account you wouldn't be 'doing' a buyer, even with FSH.
So, if you need the car as a dd don't delay by insisting on a Spec C replacement, otherwise hold out.
However:
a) the additional weight of a standard windscreen would have a minimal/even negligible effect on performance;
b) a standard windscreen would be unlikely to be detected or looked for;
c) taking (a) and (b) into account you wouldn't be 'doing' a buyer, even with FSH.
So, if you need the car as a dd don't delay by insisting on a Spec C replacement, otherwise hold out.
and an enthusiast could tell just by looking its the incorrect screen and to save a 200 word clever reply asking why ill tell you.
the jdm screen doesnt have the panel to see the chassis codes like the uk cars do.
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30 September 2013, 12:40 AM
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but to enthusiasts fitting the correct parts is everything.
and an enthusiast could tell just by looking its the incorrect screen and to save a 200 word clever reply asking why ill tell you.
the jdm screen doesnt have the panel to see the chassis codes like the uk cars do.
and an enthusiast could tell just by looking its the incorrect screen and to save a 200 word clever reply asking why ill tell you.
the jdm screen doesnt have the panel to see the chassis codes like the uk cars do.
195-word reply, to be precise.
It's not a JDM screen that's the issue, it's a Spec C one.
Am I correct in assuming that you mean a Spec C screen, not simply any JDM one, or do all JDM screens come with chassis codes visible?
And you have saved a 200-worder.
I don't need Word to automate the count of 76 words in this response.
(plus emoticon).
30 September 2013, 06:31 AM
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If you lot are such enthusiasts , how come Things Like BC's , K-Sport and other "quality" goodies have been used on your cars? Not talking about service parts . Just be realistic 
30 September 2013, 09:32 AM
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30 September 2013, 09:54 AM
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You obviously have some sort of mental disorder because you never seem to get anything right no matter how many times your told, i've also gathered that this is a problem that runs into your personal life too, over the past year or so, I suggest you go and have your brain function looked at because it's obvious to me that you have some sort of problem, and that's not a joke.
Well I suppose it could just be that your a simpleton, so ill spell it out for you in a manner that befits your level of intelligence.
So i'll say it again, I, (that's me in the first person context), Bought, (that's purchased in the passed tense) the car With (which in this context means including), these parts on.
Key words highlighted to help you remember.
Only things I have added is wheels, stereo and a cherry air freshener in a tin under the drivers seat.
Edit to add; and a set of 3 gauges.
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30 September 2013, 09:55 AM
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Hello again.
You obviously have some sort of mental disorder because you never seem to get anything right no matter how many times your told, i've also gathered that this is a problem that runs into your personal life too, over the past year or so, I suggest you go and have your brain function looked at because it's obvious to me that you have some sort of problem, and that's not a joke.
Well I suppose it could just be that your a simpleton, so ill spell it out for you in a manner that befits your level of intelligence.
So i'll say it again, I, (that's me in the first person context), Bought, (that's purchased in the passed tense) the car With (which in this context means including), these parts on.
Key words highlighted to help you remember.
Only things I have added is wheels, stereo and a cherry air freshener in a tin under the drivers seat.
You obviously have some sort of mental disorder because you never seem to get anything right no matter how many times your told, i've also gathered that this is a problem that runs into your personal life too, over the past year or so, I suggest you go and have your brain function looked at because it's obvious to me that you have some sort of problem, and that's not a joke.
Well I suppose it could just be that your a simpleton, so ill spell it out for you in a manner that befits your level of intelligence.
So i'll say it again, I, (that's me in the first person context), Bought, (that's purchased in the passed tense) the car With (which in this context means including), these parts on.
Key words highlighted to help you remember.
Only things I have added is wheels, stereo and a cherry air freshener in a tin under the drivers seat.
30 September 2013, 10:39 AM
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Unfortunately you wont be able to get the lightweight screen from any windscreen company, as for their price, if you like to be shocked, you wont get much change from £1000, yup they are that expensive 
and very hard to get hold of in the UK 
and very hard to get hold of in the UK
30 September 2013, 11:51 AM
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30 September 2013, 12:28 PM
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30 September 2013, 12:44 PM
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I can guarantee you that I wouldn't be spending a grand or more on a windscreen.
Just stick a normal screen in, I very much doubt any future buyer would notice and even if they did its not exactly a big issue. I can't see someone turning a car down because it doesn't have the original screen in.
You'll never see that grand back and I can assure you it won't decrease the cars value by anything like a grand.
Just stick a normal screen in, I very much doubt any future buyer would notice and even if they did its not exactly a big issue. I can't see someone turning a car down because it doesn't have the original screen in.
You'll never see that grand back and I can assure you it won't decrease the cars value by anything like a grand.
30 September 2013, 01:22 PM
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By the time Autoglass had their screen arrive I had already had mine fitted and the car had been back on the road for 4 weeks, if it helps them find it ask them to speak to their Swansea branch.
30 September 2013, 01:23 PM
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I can guarantee you that I wouldn't be spending a grand or more on a windscreen.
Just stick a normal screen in, I very much doubt any future buyer would notice and even if they did its not exactly a big issue. I can't see someone turning a car down because it doesn't have the original screen in.
You'll never see that grand back and I can assure you it won't decrease the cars value by anything like a grand.
Just stick a normal screen in, I very much doubt any future buyer would notice and even if they did its not exactly a big issue. I can't see someone turning a car down because it doesn't have the original screen in.
You'll never see that grand back and I can assure you it won't decrease the cars value by anything like a grand.
You'd have to be pretty fastidious to turn down a car or offer £1,000 less because it's got a non-standard windscreen, although I can see the other side of the coin if the car is a (potential) investment, like that RS Cosworth here a week or two back.
30 September 2013, 01:25 PM
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And of course it's why you pay a higher insurance premium, so they should be replacing like for like.