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When I collected my IS250 (we don't get the 350 in Australia :cries: ) from the dealer I asked about tinting. They said not to use metallic as it could upset the sat-nav as the pickup is in the rear parcel shelf. They weren't too happy with tinting in general.

I have since contacted the Australian Lexus distributor and was told "the Sat Nav pickup aerial is located at the top/back of dash between the glove box and Navigation Unit"

This would mean using metallic tint (which I prefer) would have no effect on the sat-nav, if it does then I would need to opt for the dyed tint instead.

Can anyone confirm this?

Has anyones sat-nav had problems due to tinting?

Thanks

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Most of what I'm getting is too forget the metallic tints.

I've not heard of ceramic tints. What is their advantage over dye tints?

Dye tints have a shorter life span and can fade or turn purple over time.

Some higher end dye tints do offer anti-fade warranties, usually 5 yr.

Ceramic tints have a life which is longer than your car's, offers incredible heat deflection, and will never fade.

Most tinted windows in store fronts are ceramic tint now.

It's a slightly thicker film, but it's definitely the way to go with car tint right now.

I've heard very good things about Huper Optik ceramic tint.

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Most of what I'm getting is too forget the metallic tints.

I've not heard of ceramic tints. What is their advantage over dye tints?

I have Lumar metallic tint on the sides and rear and haven't experienced any problems at all with either key entry, radio reception, mobile phone signal strength or satellite navigation, and I think if there was a problem we would of heard from many of the members on this forum that have the 'metallic' film.

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Thanks Tango

That's probably what I wanted to hear. I think I'll try the metallic, it's what I've had previously and have been very happy with. If it's a problem it can always be changed.

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Thanks Tango

That's probably what I wanted to hear. I think I'll try the metallic, it's what I've had previously and have been very happy with. If it's a problem it can always be changed.

Hey, no probs..come and visit us on the pom LOC forum some time...:cheers:

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