Sunroof Glass Shattered While Driving - Options?

**456** · Mon, Jul-12-2010, 11:34:24 PM

Was driving and a truck tire flew over and hit the roof shattering the sunroof's glass. Had to stop from the impact and the truck ran away. I don't want to go through my insurance. Can I just purchase the glass and will it be a simple fix? It's duck taped as of now.

m3freak86 · Mon, Jul-12-2010, 11:42:39 PM

Is it just the glass shattered? If so, pretty simple fix. Only 6 screws holding it on. Best bet is to look on the FS threads here. I saw a few sunroofs (glasses included) being sold every so often. If not, check your local junk yards. Stealership will charge you a pretty penny though.

opey · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:22:58 AM

ive changed a few sunroof glasses.. first point is get an OE bmw part to ensure good fitment. and bolting it it is probably easy, the worst part is going to be trying to clean all the glass up from the tracks and on top of the headliner if any got back there, which it probably will

jaciuro · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:44:13 AM

It is an easy install, the hard part is the clean just as opey said. You don't want to run it open and potentially have a shattered piece of glass in there, you may cause further damage. Little pieces WILL wedge themselves in the worst spots

**456** · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:54:07 AM

Thanks guys, any Junkyard referrals in Virginia? Also will a 325I's sunroof glass fit just ok. I'm finding more stuff on E46Fanatics for sale.

ClarkeBurns · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:54:15 AM

Damn, that's one of the more bizarre accidents I've heard of. You might try using a flashlight to get light to glint off the broken pieces so you can see them better.

**456** · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 01:02:13 AM

^^ Great advice, I'm going to have to rip the tape now and vacuum it super clean. Waste of $6 of tape, but I guess if it will save me $300 in future repairs, I guess it's worth the compromise.

m3freak86 · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:32:52 AM

Yeah I was gunna say use a vaccum and get everything out you possibly can. Inspect each track very carefully for any debris/glass that can cause a jam. Best of luck to you. Also, I believe that all e46 sunroof glass fit. Not 100% sure, but pretty positive.

MPOWERD · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:44:30 AM

Damn! That is something I would definately like to avoid... Especially in my vert! Ouch!

shadowless · Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:59:39 AM

OP, i have the entire sunroof for sale. check my sig. i don't have pics of it right now.

lmk if you would like me to send it to ya. sorry to hear. i am glad you are ok. good luck!

Mon, Jul-12-2010, 11:34:24 PM	#1
456 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 131 Reputation: 0	Sunroof Glass Shattered While Driving - Options? Was driving and a truck tire flew over and hit the roof shattering the sunroof's glass. Had to stop from the impact and the truck ran away. I don't want to go through my insurance. Can I just purchase the glass and will it be a simple fix? It's duck taped as of now.

Mon, Jul-12-2010, 11:42:39 PM	#2
m3freak86 JERSEY STRONG Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 16,144 In the garage: '04 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Is it just the glass shattered? If so, pretty simple fix. Only 6 screws holding it on. Best bet is to look on the FS threads here. I saw a few sunroofs (glasses included) being sold every so often. If not, check your local junk yards. Stealership will charge you a pretty penny though. __________________ 2004 Carbon Black ///M3 (Sold) Mods and Specs My Exhaust Obsession My Journal 2013 SWP Subaru WRX Hatch WRX Journal

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:22:58 AM	#3
opey Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1,764 Reputation: 0 Location: Long Island	ive changed a few sunroof glasses.. first point is get an OE bmw part to ensure good fitment. and bolting it it is probably easy, the worst part is going to be trying to clean all the glass up from the tracks and on top of the headliner if any got back there, which it probably will __________________ 04 IR/IR 6spd sold =(

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:44:13 AM	#4
jaciuro When will they learn that the left lane is for passing only? Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 317 Reputation: 0 Location: Tampa Bay - FL	It is an easy install, the hard part is the clean just as opey said. You don't want to run it open and potentially have a shattered piece of glass in there, you may cause further damage. Little pieces WILL wedge themselves in the worst spots __________________ 2004 E46 M3 6-SPD Titanium Silver/Gray Leather StopTech ST60/380mm, PowerFlex RTABs, Streamline Intake Tube & Filter 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Black/Yoshimura TRC (Stolen!) 2002 Subaru WRX Stage2+Sold

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:54:15 AM	#6
ClarkeBurns At the limit of lateral adhesion Join Date: Sep 2008 Age: 26 Posts: 1,036 Reputation: 0 Location: Colorado Springs	Damn, that's one of the more bizarre accidents I've heard of. You might try using a flashlight to get light to glint off the broken pieces so you can see them better. __________________ Previous: 1995 Avus M3 2004 Mystic M3 Current: 1999 Hellrot M3 (80k miles) Looking to buy: OEM high arch spoiler in Hellrot (or whole trunklid) Would consider a GT style wing as well (w/o risers). Zionsville competition cooling kit, Samco hoses, Stewart WP, clears + black kidneys, AA Gen III muffler, X-brace, Sparco front strut tower brace, H&R front sway, oil pump nut secured, ZKW headlights, Motion Motorsports underpanel, V1 hardwire, 17x9 LTW5s in 245/40 Michelin Pilot Super Sports all around, AST4100s with 550F/650R, Vorshlag camber plates, Brembo drilled rotors, PF pads. More to follow.

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 12:54:07 AM	#5
456 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 131 Reputation: 0	Thanks guys, any Junkyard referrals in Virginia? Also will a 325I's sunroof glass fit just ok. I'm finding more stuff on E46Fanatics for sale.

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 01:02:13 AM	#7
456 Banned Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 131 Reputation: 0	^^ Great advice, I'm going to have to rip the tape now and vacuum it super clean. Waste of $6 of tape, but I guess if it will save me $300 in future repairs, I guess it's worth the compromise.

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:32:52 AM	#8
m3freak86 JERSEY STRONG Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 16,144 In the garage: '04 BMW M3 Reputation: 0	Yeah I was gunna say use a vaccum and get everything out you possibly can. Inspect each track very carefully for any debris/glass that can cause a jam. Best of luck to you. Also, I believe that all e46 sunroof glass fit. Not 100% sure, but pretty positive. __________________ 2004 Carbon Black ///M3 (Sold) Mods and Specs My Exhaust Obsession My Journal 2013 SWP Subaru WRX Hatch WRX Journal

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:44:30 AM	#9
MPOWERD Mod Hound! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 10,724 In the garage: '03 BMW M3 Convertible Reputation: 0 Location: Texas	Damn! That is something I would definately like to avoid... Especially in my vert! Ouch! __________________ 2003.5 e46 ///M 3 TiAg Cabriolet SMG II... <> CSL Carbon Fiber Intake w/MAF, Brembo Gran Turismo, Euro Headers & Cats, K&N 69, Radenergie Carbon Fiber Strutbar <> EAS Carbon Fiber Kidney Grills, Carbon Fiber Fender Grills, SMG Carbon Fiber Paddles, Vorsteiner 2 Sided CF VCSL Boot <> EAS Slvr Carbon Fiber Interior Trim, Blk Carbon Fiber SMG Dome, Carbon Fiber Console, & Blk/Slvr Steering Wheel Trim <> EAS Carbon Fiber Engine Bay, Vorsteiner Carbon Fiber Valve Cover, RPI Intake Scoops, CarPC w/Nav/MP3/HD Radio/TV <> Eisenmann Race Exhaust, Supersprint X-Pipe with Resonator, Ekarbon 1/2 Carbon Fiber Diffuser, DEPO Smoked Corners <> 19x8.5 19x9.5 VMR V710s in HyperSilver, Painted Corner Reflectors, EAS Carbon Fiber Emblems, Carbon Fiber Hood Vent <> Slvr CF Pedals, OEM 2-Tone Hardtop, Windscreen, & Alarm, 6K Headlights & HID Fogs, Blk Carbon Fiber Headlight Trim

Tue, Jul-13-2010, 03:59:39 AM	#10
shadowless what goes around comes around...pay it forward Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 6,434 Reputation: 0 Location: birthplace of elvis	OP, i have the entire sunroof for sale. check my sig. i don't have pics of it right now. lmk if you would like me to send it to ya. sorry to hear. i am glad you are ok. good luck! __________________ No, car is not done yet.... HATERS GONNA HATE 452 whp/323 wtq with 93 oct on mustang dyno (old maf+ tune) project progress consolidated for easier viewing (click on pic above for m3f thread) for sale (all used unless noted w/ ): FORGELINE 18x8.5F/18x10R WC3s in all satin black \| leather master products, prima wheel armour, sonax full effect wheel cleaner \| menzerna power lock sealant, super intensive polish, super finish \| oem fan clutch, and oem maf \| sunroof, projectors, headliner w/ sunroof cutout \| full set of HK speakers going on sale soon (used unless noted w/ *): icelink plus \| previous gen bsw d110 \| oem oil cooler \| oem clutch fan \| AA sports fan clutch \| BHS headers LOWBALLERS will be IGNORED. don't bother posting in my fs threads or pm'ing me. let's not waste your time or mine. thanks.

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