If you have installed or are considering installing window film, you may be wondering what this means for your car investment. Does adding window film positively impact resale value because of its many benefits, or does it reduce value because the next owner may not like the look?
Window films offer aesthetic and functional benefits to cars and can be easily removed when necessary. In most cases, window film will only add to the value of the car or at a minimum, won’t affect it. Let’s explore the process for adding value with window tint.
Automotive Window Film
Automotive window film is perhaps best known for its impact on style, adding a stylish touch to your windows, but it also offers a range of functional benefits, including:
- Ultraviolet (UV) protection: The film blocks harmful UV rays to protect your skin and reduce internal fading.
- Temperature control: By blocking sunlight, window films keep your car cooler and improve comfort.
- Improved safety: If a window is broken, the film can hold the fragments together and hold them in place for greater safety during a crash.
- Reduced glare: Window film reduces glare, helping you enjoy a full field of vision and avoid eye strain.
- Better privacy: Darker windows mean better privacy for everyone in the car and your valuables.
In most cases, you can add value to your car with window tints because of all these benefits. till, not everyone is aware of the benefits, and many notice the impact on style first. The appeal of the style is depending on the buyer. Also, a poor installation can quickly turn window films into detractors, so it’s critical to have them installed professionally.
The environment can also influence the value of window film. If you live in a hot, sunny location, the cooling effect of window film is more attractive. You’ll also want to consider legality, if you live near the border of a state where a window tint is illegal, buyers may not want to risk it.
Another way to use window tints to add value to your car is to keep it in good condition. It slows fading and protects the windshield from minor hazards like scratches and small stones. By keeping the car cool, it can even reduce the use of the air conditioning system and keep it running longer. When comes to resale, these secondary protections can make a big difference.
