Need to get my windshield replaced

[Div]

I need to replace the windshield on my Acura EL (the crack is now from the top all the way to the bottom) and wanted to get some feedback/opinions from the folks here.

1) Opinions on getting an OEM Honda windshield vs a generic one from Apple or Speedy?
2) Any experiences/recommendations of windshield replacement shops in Mississauga/Brampton?
3) Approximate price range for an EL/Civic?

Thanks.

[belgiangenius]

Going through insurance, I've always managed to get it for about $100 at Apple for my Civic (had two broken ones within a year).

I see no difference between OEM and Apple.

[Div]

Thx though I think my deductible is probably more than $100. I will look into that.

[liquid_paper]

if you go through the insurance company do you know how much your premiums will go up if any?

especially if i'm under 25?

[Shaner]

Your premiums shouldn't go up for something like that unless there is a pattern. Call your insurance company anonymously and ask.

Age shouldnt' be a factor in that.

When I had to get my windshield fixed, I didn't go through insurance since it only cost me about $300 and my deductible is $500

[Iron Chef Ajax]

OEM glass is the most expensive. Not all insurance policy will allow OEM. There is a glass replacement limit and most places will steer you towards Apple.

[Jin-n-Juice]

I need to replace the windshield on my Acura EL (the crack is now from the top all the way to the bottom) and wanted to get some feedback/opinions from the folks here.

1) Opinions on getting an OEM Honda windshield vs a generic one from Apple or Speedy?
2) Any experiences/recommendations of windshield replacement shops in Mississauga/Brampton?
3) Approximate price range for an EL/Civic?

Thanks.
I got my windshield replaced at Krown Lakeshore www.krown.com/lakeshore. Igor, owner, is a nice guy. Got my 91 accord windshield replaced for 220 i think.

[yu130960]

Get the OEM glass...my experience on a 1993 Jeep Cherokee and a 2002 Honda Civic, both windshields were replaced with aftermarket glass (Apple and Standard, respectively) and they would do difft things like exhibit a wax like build up when it rained and not be as durable for stone chips.

Just my thoughts, OEM glass is worth it.

[Nightgod]

How much does a OEM cost on a 02 civic ? I have a 04 civic with the same glass

[Div]

Any other suggestions?

[shawn99]

Originally I was quoted 288. I was able to call different competitiors and pricematch and get the price down to 100 bucks, but it's a low 90's toyota.

[Div]

Where did you get it done from?

[veryhuman]

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3572888&postcount=8

[Div]

It was a full crack - top of the windshield to the bottom so it was unfixable.

Anyways, got it replaced form Sure Auto Glass in Brampton. $240 for the OEM PPG windshield.