Glass wind deflector

raven333 · 06-15-2012, 01:10 PM

Hi! I thought I would post a couple of pics of my new wind deflector!!!

Voytek · 06-15-2012, 01:17 PM

I really have to get me one of those...

Desmoduece · 06-15-2012, 01:30 PM

Very nice!

castilla · 06-15-2012, 01:55 PM

what is the benefit of a wind deflector ??

i dont have one.so i dont know what it provides

jparnes1 · 06-15-2012, 01:56 PM

OK, so I made a custom glass wind deflector after having the OEM mesh version. I love the way it looks, but I am replacing it and going back to the original. why? Because when the wind comes over the top of the windshield, it hits the deflector and bounces back into the cabin and blows on the back of my head and neck. Particularly noticeable on a cool day. Do you also find this? Just put your hand in front of the glass and feel the wind blowing back at you.

Vintage · 06-15-2012, 02:51 PM

they both look great

raven333 · 06-15-2012, 04:14 PM

Hi ! the reason I opted for the clear glass is also a trade off!! Your are correct about the wind deflection being different from the fabric original, I would agree that because it lets some wind flow through it does not bounce back. BUT!! and here is my BUT!! the original fabric is very bad in terms visibility and for me this slight trade off it well worth it to be able to see very clearly anything in my rear view mirror.
The bounce back you speak of only comes in at higher speeds and you can off set this by dropping the rear windows.......
Having sold my old one, I used it to offset the cost of the glass one, the glass one also improves security!!!!!
I still have the fabric inserts in the headrests!!!

Jayda · 06-15-2012, 07:25 PM

Love my wind deflector. Couldn't imagine the car without it. If you don't have one, get one!

snk · 06-15-2012, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by castilla

what is the benefit of a wind deflector ??

i dont have one.so i dont know what it provides

"No Wind deflector = bad hair day" says the lady.

Jayda · 06-15-2012, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by snk

"No Wind deflector = bad hair day" says the lady.

Totally agree, as a female Z4 owner.

Blu Yea · 06-16-2012, 01:54 AM

I have the plexiglas one. Works great and half the price of the oem.

Voytek · 06-16-2012, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Yea

I have the plexiglas one. Works great and half the price of the oem.

Link?

I find 300 USD a lot of money for some cut glass tbh.
I'll def. buy one but if it can be at a more fair price, sure

raven333 · 06-16-2012, 12:43 PM

Why do people get pleasure from doing Downers on a person's purchase, must get a kick out of acting cheap perhaps!!!! Plus if you can get this type of automotive glass and cut to correct shape with the relevant neat fixings then go find it and let everyone into your secret>>>>>>.
No one decry's a bargain but produce it ????

Voytek · 06-16-2012, 02:23 PM

Hope that wasn't directed to me? Like I said, I LOVE the way it looks but I wouldn't mind buying a cheaper alternative if it looks the same and has a quality fitting.

wdlfbio · 06-17-2012, 08:27 AM

I searched around before buying ours from roadster solutions. Down side of owning anything in limited production is everything for it is even more limited, hence even more expensive products. So, I had no problem dropping the $240 or so for it. We installed it in about 5 minutes at the Welt after delivery. Great product. But, it was pretty useless cruising over 120 mph. Had to pull over and put the top up

Jay Zone · 06-18-2012, 05:41 AM

Is it safe to assume the glass is tempered? If not it could mean very bad news for your neck in a car accident.

raven333 · 06-18-2012, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Jay Zone

Is it safe to assume the glass is tempered? If not it could mean very bad news for your neck in a car accident.

Yes! if you go into their German web-site it supplies all the necessary details, it is Certified by the German Ministry of road Transport equivalent??? If you look in the pics you will see the kite mark!!!
This is one of the reasons I went with this company all of the screens are kite marked and they do them for lots of different manufacturers Porsche, Mercedes etc...Sometimes you have to pay a little more to ensure you buy a good quality product.

Jay Zone · 06-18-2012, 07:22 PM

Ok raven Im sold. What brand is it. Call me blind but I don't think you mentioned the manufacturer.

tranquility · 06-19-2012, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by snk

"No Wind deflector = bad hair day" says the lady.

I assume that means w/ all the windows up, right? With the windows down (well, also w/ the windows up), even w/ the wind deflector, there are still some srsly strong winds coming into the cabin. I always have to use lots of hairspray!

lux good · 06-19-2012, 12:28 AM

I don't like the look of any of them and that includes the OEM mesh one, they spoil the look of the car IMO (even more so with that tacky Z4 logo on!)

Demiblade · 06-19-2012, 03:21 AM

I actually need a heavily tinted one to match my windows!

raven333 · 06-19-2012, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay Zone

Ok raven Im sold. What brand is it. Call me blind but I don't think you mentioned the manufacturer.

Hi here is the link http://www.ur-windschott.de/produkte-products.html

They are also on Ebay

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jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	OK, so I made a custom glass wind deflector after having the OEM mesh version. I love the way it looks, but I am replacing it and going back to the original. why? Because when the wind comes over the top of the windshield, it hits the deflector and bounces back into the cabin and blows on the back of my head and neck. Particularly noticeable on a cool day. Do you also find this? Just put your hand in front of the glass and feel the wind blowing back at you. Attached Images __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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raven333 Private First Class 7 Rep 175 Posts Drives: Sapphire Black 3.0siM sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Hi ! the reason I opted for the clear glass is also a trade off!! Your are correct about the wind deflection being different from the fabric original, I would agree that because it lets some wind flow through it does not bounce back. BUT!! and here is my BUT!! the original fabric is very bad in terms visibility and for me this slight trade off it well worth it to be able to see very clearly anything in my rear view mirror. The bounce back you speak of only comes in at higher speeds and you can off set this by dropping the rear windows....... Having sold my old one, I used it to offset the cost of the glass one, the glass one also improves security!!!!! I still have the fabric inserts in the headrests!!!
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Jayda Lieutenant 41 Rep 509 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 35i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: SC iTrader: (0)	Love my wind deflector. Couldn't imagine the car without it. If you don't have one, get one! __________________ 2009 Z4 35i, alpine white with beige leather and all the goodies (new to me with 4,500 miles in October, 2011)
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Blu Yea Jimi Fan 0 Rep 95 Posts Drives: 2011 35i DSB - Walnut Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Simi Valley, Calif iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 Z4 35i [8.00]	I have the plexiglas one. Works great and half the price of the oem.
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raven333 Private First Class 7 Rep 175 Posts Drives: Sapphire Black 3.0siM sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0)	Why do people get pleasure from doing Downers on a person's purchase, must get a kick out of acting cheap perhaps!!!! Plus if you can get this type of automotive glass and cut to correct shape with the relevant neat fixings then go find it and let everyone into your secret>>>>>>. No one decry's a bargain but produce it ???? Last edited by raven333; 06-16-2012 at 12:49 PM..
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Voytek Private 7 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW Z4 20i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belgium iTrader: (0)	Hope that wasn't directed to me? Like I said, I LOVE the way it looks but I wouldn't mind buying a cheaper alternative if it looks the same and has a quality fitting.
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wdlfbio Captain 68 Rep 796 Posts Drives: 2013 4S, 2015 3500 HD Dually, Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maple Valley, WA iTrader: (1)	I searched around before buying ours from roadster solutions. Down side of owning anything in limited production is everything for it is even more limited, hence even more expensive products. So, I had no problem dropping the $240 or so for it. We installed it in about 5 minutes at the Welt after delivery. Great product. But, it was pretty useless cruising over 120 mph. Had to pull over and put the top up __________________ '16 235i '15 3500 HD Dually '13 C4S
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Jay Zone Private First Class 11 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 2010 Z4 35i & 2010 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Is it safe to assume the glass is tempered? If not it could mean very bad news for your neck in a car accident.
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Jay Zone Private First Class 11 Rep 162 Posts Drives: 2010 Z4 35i & 2010 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Ok raven Im sold. What brand is it. Call me blind but I don't think you mentioned the manufacturer.
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lux good Banned 24 Rep 291 Posts Drives: Z4 sDrive 23i & Q5 2.0 TSFI Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: England iTrader: (0)	I don't like the look of any of them and that includes the OEM mesh one, they spoil the look of the car IMO (even more so with that tacky Z4 logo on!)
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Demiblade New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: Black Sapphire E89 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Singapore iTrader: (0)	I actually need a heavily tinted one to match my windows! __________________ BMW/MINI owner in Myanmar? www.bmwmini-mm.com Black Sapphire E89
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