Replacement Windshield Info - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

WantaKoth · 09-27-2023

Guys i just wanted to get your option on the replacement windshields that were done years back. My understanding is there was a new run of these done to replace the standard ZR1 windshields that were delaminating.

I'm looking at a car that has one of the replacement run windshields.

My understanding is these are much better than the factory and do not delaminate. Is that correct?

Does having the replacement Zr1 version affect the value at all VS having an original that might have slight delamination now and i assume will only get worse over time.

Please let me know your thoughts.
Thanks,

ws6ta444 · 09-28-2023

I'm looking for a correct reproduction for my car too. Are they close to being released?

Corvette95 · 10-02-2023

The windshields that were batch made about 10 years ago are fine as long as they survived shipping. If you are a NCRS guide, it will be a SMALL deduction. My understanding , and I am NOT part of the manufacturing process will be closer to the NCRS part# and printing. I am on the wait list too. Don't not buy a ZR-1 because of the windshield IMHO.

We Gone · 10-02-2023

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Originally Posted by Corvette95

The windshields that were batch made about 10 years ago are fine as long as they survived shipping. If you are a NCRS guide, it will be a SMALL deduction. My understanding , and I am NOT part of the manufacturing process will be closer to the NCRS part# and printing. I am on the wait list too. Don't not buy a ZR-1 because of the windshield IMHO.

Point me to the list please.

ws6ta444 · 10-02-2023

i need to find the list to. I upgraded my membership and still can not find anything

Subfixer · 10-03-2023

There is no "list". Once the windshields prove out ok, they will be offered by your local Safelite dealer.

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AirbusDriver · 10-04-2023

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Originally Posted by WantaKoth

Does having the replacement Zr1 version affect the value at all...Please let me know your thoughts.
Thanks,

I owned a replacement windshield that David Johnson coordinated several years ago. It was a great effort and end result but, there were differences from 'typical' as originally installed units.

I suspect the soon forthcoming windshields will be welcomed by our community and rightfully so. I am sure there will again be slight differences from typical. The good news is, the only people that will care are the NCRS/BG types. Everyone else will install their beautiful and clear windshields and continue enjoying their ZR-1.

Will the new examples have an impact on value? I suspect it will have a slightly negative impact to a NCRS/BG type enthusiast. Everyone else, it will probably have a positive impact.

zyal8r · 10-05-2023

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Originally Posted by AirbusDriver

I owned a replacement windshield that David Johnson coordinated several years ago. It was a great effort and end result but, there were differences from 'typical' as originally installed units.

I suspect the soon forthcoming windshields will be welcomed by our community and rightfully so. I am sure there will again be slight differences from typical. The good news is, the only people that will care are the NCRS/BG types. Everyone else will install their beautiful and clear windshields and continue enjoying their ZR-1.

Will the new examples have an impact on value? I suspect it will have a slightly negative impact to a NCRS/BG type enthusiast. Everyone else, it will probably have a positive impact.

Hi Mark - question - I'm assuming yes, but does NCRS dock points for delamination on an original windshield? I have been waiting a long time for a replacement, and am very anxious to get one. At least I will be able to see out of it! Here's mine, currently. This is the worst of the worst! Which would deduct the most points... my current windshield, or, a replacement that is as close to spec as possible like these reproductions? Maybe in the eye of the beholder/judge, etc.

Obviously, I won't care if mine were to be docked a few points, given what I currently have to work with!

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Mike

AirbusDriver · 10-05-2023

NCRS does deduct for delam, commensurate with how much is present. I don't judge C4 within NCRS (I'm 68/69) but it's the same concept. Recently, NCRS changed its glass judging guidelines. With the change, an obvious reproduction receives a lesser deduction than before. The same is true for a battery.
With that being said, the new windshield will, most likely, receive only a minor deduction.

zyal8r · 10-06-2023

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Originally Posted by AirbusDriver

NCRS does deduct for delam, commensurate with how much is present. I don't judge C4 within NCRS (I'm 68/69) but it's the same concept. Recently, NCRS changed its glass judging guidelines. With the change, an obvious reproduction receives a lesser deduction than before. The same is true for a battery.
With that being said, the new windshield will, most likely, receive only a minor deduction.

Thank you for this information. Mine will never be perfect because of the windshield. If it's going to get deducted points, I'd at least like to be able to see out of it!

Mike

09-27-2023	#1
WantaKoth Join Date: May 2020 Location: Fl Posts: 49	Replacement Windshield Info Guys i just wanted to get your option on the replacement windshields that were done years back. My understanding is there was a new run of these done to replace the standard ZR1 windshields that were delaminating. I'm looking at a car that has one of the replacement run windshields. My understanding is these are much better than the factory and do not delaminate. Is that correct? Does having the replacement Zr1 version affect the value at all VS having an original that might have slight delamination now and i assume will only get worse over time. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks,

09-28-2023	#2
ws6ta444 Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: NJ Posts: 6	Re: Replacement Windshield Info I'm looking for a correct reproduction for my car too. Are they close to being released?

10-02-2023	#3
Corvette95 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Decatur, AL Posts: 1,119	Re: Replacement Windshield Info The windshields that were batch made about 10 years ago are fine as long as they survived shipping. If you are a NCRS guide, it will be a SMALL deduction. My understanding , and I am NOT part of the manufacturing process will be closer to the NCRS part# and printing. I am on the wait list too. Don't not buy a ZR-1 because of the windshield IMHO. __________________ Corvette95 Registry and Forum (*************) 1989 C4 Conv Wht/Gry Auto Hardtop Top Flight SOLD 1995 C4 Coupe Purple/Blk 6 Speed 1989 C4 Conv Wht/Red Auto SOLD 1996 C4 Conv Black/Tan Auto SOLD 1994 C4 Coupe Wht/Blk SOLD 1995 C4 ZR-1 White/Gry #278 Dual Dunn Head SOLD 1986 C4 Coupe Black/Red 4+3 SOLD 1990 C4 ZR-1 Red/Red #0454

10-02-2023	#5
ws6ta444 Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: NJ Posts: 6	Re: Replacement Windshield Info i need to find the list to. I upgraded my membership and still can not find anything

10-03-2023	#6
Subfixer Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Groton, CT Posts: 382	Re: Replacement Windshield Info There is no "list". Once the windshields prove out ok, they will be offered by your local Safelite dealer. Sent from my Pixel 4a (5G) using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app __________________ 1992 ZR1 #442, 2 tops, White, White, Haibeck 415, 3.90 gear, Coilovers 2018 Audi RS5, 2.9 V6 Twin Turbo, Auto, Black, Black 2021 Audi Q3, 2.0T, 8 spd Tiptronic, Navarro Blue metallic, Pearl Beige

10-05-2023	#9
AirbusDriver Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Harrodsburg, KY Posts: 440	Re: Replacement Windshield Info NCRS does deduct for delam, commensurate with how much is present. I don't judge C4 within NCRS (I'm 68/69) but it's the same concept. Recently, NCRS changed its glass judging guidelines. With the change, an obvious reproduction receives a lesser deduction than before. The same is true for a battery. With that being said, the new windshield will, most likely, receive only a minor deduction.