I have had to replace two windshields on my '95 LS400 due to rocks from the Interstate. In both cases I used the glass company the insurance company suggested (Surelite). You have to make sure the tint is the correct one, seems they don't pay much attention. No problems with either one.
With regard to tires.... Well I have had many different brands over the years with my cars. I like performance and durability (although these attributes tend to fight each other generally). My cars have been performance and luxury. The brands include Toyo, Bridgestone, Pirelli, Dunlop, Michelin, Goodyear. I have come to several conclusions that I think are worth sharing.
First, tires vary in performance and durability within the brand. The compounding of the rubber and tread design can make one "model" really good on dry roads, yet dangerous on wet roads. While another "model" in the same brand may be excellent on wet and dry roads. So the point here is; you need to consider what kind of conditions you plan to operate in and pick a tire that gives you the best of those. Frankly, All the tires I have named above make good products, however, tires within those brands perform quite different depending on the use.
Secondly, I have learned that some brands/models don't seem to wear well with a particular car. I.E. they seem noisy, get lousy wear mileage, or seem to be mushy with regard to steering. I'm sure there are many more examples, but you get the idea. I tend to stay away from certain tires on certain models only because through expereince I have learned which tires I like on those models. For example I have run Michelin MXV4 tires on my 95 LS400 and they were great in many respects. When I put new ones on I put the MXV4+ tires on and it was noisy. The last set I ran was Michelin Pilot and was pleased.
I should point out picking the "best" tire is highly subjective and everyone will have their own favorite. I think that is fine, in fact those individuals have probably figured this out through trial and error. I wish there was a better way, but....
For what it's worth; I found Michelin Pilots were a good all round set for my 95 LS400. Low noise, responsive handling and good wet weather traction. When the car was totaled, had 45k and looked like I could have safely gone another 20+k Cost about $125 each.
Hopefully this helps someone.