Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

[Chuck G.]

A friend is looking to buy a correctly dated, tinted reproduction windshield for his 67 coupe. He asked me where he should buy one. I told him I wasn't sure, so I'm asking here.

I'm out of the loop regarding reproduction dated windshields and need some advice.

Used to be that Dale Smith at OEM Glass was the "go to" guy, but I understand that OEM Glass is out of business.

Any help appreciated.

TIA.

Chuck

[Larry M.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

A friend is looking to buy a correctly dated, tinted reproduction windshield for his 67 coupe. He asked me where he should buy one. I told him I wasn't sure, so I'm asking here.

I'm out of the loop regarding reproduction dated windshields and need some advice.

Used to be that Dale Smith at OEM Glass was the "go to" guy, but I understand that OEM Glass is out of business.

Any help appreciated.

TIA.

Chuck

Chuck:

I think most folks now use Auto City Glass. http://www.autocityclassic.com/1963-...orvette-coupe/

Check the archives here or at CF for additional info and endorsements. Friend should be aware that tinted windshield will not be identical to original and differences are noticeable during judging. However, it looks fine on the car to the casual observer.

Larry

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

I mentioned Auto City Classic Glass to him, as I have bought replacement glass from them for other vintage cars. The glass I have purchased was not reproduction glass with correct logos and dates, however.

Auto City will be coming to 3 large swap meets coming up near me here in Florida later this month. They come to Zephyrhills, Moultrie, Georgia, and the Daytona Turkey Rod Run.

[Donald H.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Don't quote me on this, but I believe Pilkington makes all the glass and Auto City Classics sells the windshield/window glass and can put on the correct LOF information including dating.

From what I have read, Pilkington also has a classic glass group that can put on the LOF stuff and sells the glass direct.

Don

[Alan S.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Hi Chuck,
Great to talk to you!
I bought a logo/dated windshield for my 71 from Auto City Classics. I've been happy with it.
I ordered it a few weeks before and they brought it to Carlisle where I picked it up.
This saves more than a bit of $$ since a crated windshield needs to be delivered by truck.
Regards,
Alan

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

I found the link to Pilkington Classic Glass, and will forward it to my buddy.

Apparently, he got "hit" 10 out of 12 points total for originality on his current windshield. It's coded NZ, Jan 67 according to him, but the shade band is incorrect.

I though 10 out of 12 was a bit severe myself..........

My friend's computer is out of commission, and is out for repairs.

HI Alan.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Does anyone know if the shade band on the Pilkington glass is of a more correct design than the band on the ACC glass?

I saw the picture of the ACC glass on their website, and the shading does not "blend". It's a stark transition.

All of the rest of the glass in his coupe is shaded, thus the need/desire for a shaded windshield.

Also, is there a difference between what is called "shaded" and what is called "tinted"?

[Russ S.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

There isn't a windshield made with the correct tint shading.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

There isn't a windshield made with the correct tint shading.

That's sorta what I've gathered, Russ. I'll pass the info along.

As previously posted, he said they hit him 10 out of 12 points on originality for the shading. I think that's high, but...........

Also, I haven't reviewed his judging sheets (Kissimmee 2013), so just maybe there's more involved here.

He's looking at big hits he took and trying to correct them. To spend $350.+ for a new repro windshield that looks like his old one is not a good idea.

[Larry M.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

There isn't a windshield made with the correct tint shading.

I agree. All currently made, tinted windshield glass for these cars will take a deduction. 10 out of 12 on Originality does sound high, but I can't comment further without seeing the car.

The only other option is a used original. That will be both difficult and $$$.

Larry

[Terry M.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Glass is a Standard Deduction -- NOT CDCIF -- so a look in the Judging Reference Manual should help in evaluating the deduction, if one knows all the details so that one can apply the correct catagory from the Standard Deduction chart.

[Russ S.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

If it's just the tinting issue than he was hit very hard.

That's sorta what I've gathered, Russ. I'll pass the info along.

As previously posted, he said they hit him 10 out of 12 points on originality for the shading. I think that's high, but...........

Also, I haven't reviewed his judging sheets (Kissimmee 2013), so just maybe there's more involved here.

He's looking at big hits he took and trying to correct them. To spend $350.+ for a new repro windshield that looks like his old one is not a good idea.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Talked with him a few minutes ago. It's 20/20 originality and condition for the windshield. He lost 10 on originality... half of the points. It was NOT 10 out of 12. He also lost 2 points for the windshield trim, another line item.

Wanted to clarify that. It's tough being the middle-man.

He's checking his judging reference manual to see if 50% is a "standard deduction" for the windshield tint.

I'll say it again... if that's the only thing wrong, that seems excessively high to me.

The rest of his logos and dates are spot on for his car.

[Leif A.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Talked with him a few minutes ago. It's 20/20 originality and condition for the windshield. He lost 10 on originality... half of the points. It was NOT 10 out of 12. He also lost 2 points for the windshield trim, another line item.

Wanted to clarify that. It's tough being the middle-man.

He's checking his judging reference manual to see if 50% is a "standard deduction" for the windshield tint.

I'll say it again... if that's the only thing wrong, that seems excessively high to me.

The rest of his logos and dates are spot on for his car.

Chuck,

A 10 point deduction is the standard deduction for the replacement tinted windshield. I just had my car judged last month and knew going in that I was going to take that hit on my windshield. It may seem excessive but that's what it is.

[Chuck G.]

Re: Reproduction Dated 1967 Corvette Windshield

Chuck,

A 10 point deduction is the standard deduction for the replacement tinted windshield. I just had my car judged last month and knew going in that I was going to take that hit on my windshield. It may seem excessive but that's what it is.

Thanks for the clarification. Armed with this information, I would be a waste of money replacing his current WS if a correctly shaded/tinted one is not available.

Still seems high to me.