Tint or Car Stereo?!

[marjormas]

Okay I have an 09 Versa (sedan) ...and everything is currently stock. I'm still deciding on what I should do first? Should I get my windows tinted 20% Front 5% Back & Rear View, or change my stock radio and have subs installed.

Both will be completed, but what task first?

[biggie]

Have the tint in place first, protects the inside from sun and peering eyes.

[08versailles]

I upgraded speakers, but not head unit yet.
Imo good idea to tint before audio upgrade is obvious.
If you go dvd/nav, I'd like your evaluation. thx
Pics when tint done!

[marjormas]

I'm going to end up getting my Tint done in the next 2 weeks as soon as I get home from vacation. I'll be sure to post pics.

[Promise Land]

I say tint, as I just did mine today. Plus darker windows will hide your goodies inside when you put 'em in.

[JHR16DE]

I agree. What % do you plan on getting?

[marjormas]

I posted the % in the original post. ^^

[randy8876]

Tint is usually better just to hide your toys. Also it should be a cheaper first change- even cheap subs and an amp will usually put you back $300.

Do you have an alarm? That was my first step. The stereo and tint will be done at the same time.

[JHR16DE]

I would get 20% so it look even. What color is the car?

[08versailles]

I would get 20% so it look even. What color is the car?

Ya I like the even look, too. Probably go 25% IMO.

[marjormas]

My car is white. So 20% all the way around would look better than 20% front and 5% back?

Btw I already have my subs and amp all I need is an aftermarket then i'll get them installed.

[JHR16DE]

My car is white. So 20% all the way around would look better than 20% front and 5% back?

Yessir. Or 5% all around like mine.

[kvg]

+1 tint

[VersaMG08]

just get tint and call it a day, worry about the stereo later

[JHR16DE]

I agree. I would get the alarm done 1st, then the tint, and then stereo.

[jem003]

Yah I agree, Tint first to protect your eye's, your things, your kids so you can protect them from maybe on the bad people, because you know there are so many bad people at there.

[versanewb]

Okay I have an 09 Versa (sedan) ...and everything is currently stock. I'm still deciding on what I should do first? Should I get my windows tinted 20% Front 5% Back & Rear View, or change my stock radio and have subs installed.

Both will be completed, but what task first?

Get the tint. Completely makes the car look 100% better.

[pavouk]

I got mine Versa 3 weeks ago and first thing was the tint. I was not happy with the job done at first company so I made the to take it down and went to more reputable (significantly more expensive) company and it is fine now. 5% in the back and 15% in the front and windshield strip. All together with tax $180. They used lifetime warranty Llumar films:

ATR SERIES (HIGH-PERFORMANCE METALized FILMS)

% Visible Light Transmission / % Total Solar Energy Rejection / % Ultraviolet Ray Rejection / % Glare Reduction / % Visible Light Reflection
Charcoal ATR 05 5 63 99 94 8
Charcoal ATR 15 15 50 99 83 8

I already have stereo/nav ordered from Pioneer on sale through 30% + 10% discount through Amazon and $100 rebate from Pioneer. All together:

Item(s) Subtotal: $1,185.00
Shipping & Handling: $25.91
Super Saver Discount: -$25.91
Promotion Applied: -$355.50
Promotion Applied: -$118.50
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Total Before Tax: $711.00
Estimated Tax: $0.00
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Grand Total: $711.00

1x Pioneer AVIC-X920BT 6.1-Inch In-Dash Double-Din Navigation A/V Receiver with DVD Playback, Built-In Bluetooth and Widescreen Display
2x Pioneer TS-A1683R 6.5-Inch, 280-Watt 4-Way Speakers

I also ordered night vision backup camera to attach to rear hatch lift handle above push button to open rear hatch:
XO Vision HTC35 Universal Weatherproof Vehicle Backup Camera with Easy Installation and NightVision $34.99 shipped

I hope this helps...