1. Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs.

Broken Hatch Glass

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by 05DriftwoodPearl, Feb 19, 2007.

  1. 05DriftwoodPearl

    05DriftwoodPearl New Member

    Joined:
    Jun 8, 2006
    2
    0
    0
    While parked on the street yesterday, a child threw a rock into the smaller glass on the rear hatch and shattered it. Fortunately, the child's mother was nearby and is admitting responsibility. It looks like either she or her insurance will cover the repair. Now I am wondering the best approach to have it repaired--dealer or generic glass company? Does anyone have any experience in finding this Prius glass part at other than the dealer?
     
    #1 05DriftwoodPearl, Feb 19, 2007
  2. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
    Staff Member

    Joined:
    Nov 26, 2003
    19,891
    1,192
    9
    Location:
    Nixa, MO
    Vehicle:
    2004 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    Interesting, never heard of that particular piece being broken before. I don't think it matters much who you use to replace it, but I have to wonder if the local companies might have a harder time getting that particular piece since it's going to be a pretty uncommon repair.
     
    #2 efusco, Feb 19, 2007
  3. aaf709

    aaf709 Ravenpaw of ThunderClan

    Joined:
    Apr 23, 2005
    3,862
    18
    0
    Location:
    San Diego, CA
    Vehicle:
    2022 Prius Prime
    Model:
    Limited
    It might help to get an estimate from both the dealer and a local glass place. That may help decide, especially if it's an unusual repair like efusco said.
     
    #3 aaf709, Feb 19, 2007
  4. David Beale

    David Beale Senior Member

    Joined:
    Jul 24, 2006
    5,963
    1,982
    0
    Location:
    Edmonton Alberta
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius
    Even if the non-dealer glass place has to get it from Toyota, it will be less expensive than having the stealer, er dealer, do it. In fact, most dealers call them to do glass, and they usually come and do it at the dealership.

    Call around, as prices vary widely on glass repair. Here in Edmonton, I was quoted just under $1000 for a windshield by a dealer. Allwest Glass quoted $236 including labour, and used a stock part (indicated by the etched decal on it). They did a fine job as well.
     
    #4 David Beale, Feb 19, 2007
  5. Bill Merchant

    Bill Merchant absit invidia

    Joined:
    May 3, 2005
    4,096
    82
    13
    Location:
    USA | Oregon | Portland area | 97004 |
    Vehicle:
    2007 Prius
    There are plated wires on that glass. Get the identical Toyota part.

    Stealth up on the kid and blow your horn... Sorry, I didn't mean that, it was petty and mean spirited. Ahhh.
     
    #5 Bill Merchant, Feb 20, 2007
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)