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Jennifer H.
Verified on Trustpilot7 Oct 2026
2012 FIAT 500L
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They were more helpful than the insurance company and was done on no time price was excellent booking process easy
FIAT Idea rear window replacement — booked online.
Fiat Idea rear window replacement booked online in under two minutes, fitted by approved fitters across the UK.
Prices from £328 to £328
4.81 / 5 ·
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- 2-year workmanship warranty
FIAT Idea rear window price, by year
Pricing varies mainly with whether the rear window carries integrated features such as a brake light or solar-control coating, as these require an exact factory-spec match. Variants with both features typically cost more than simpler clear-glass options because the replacement must replicate the original's silkscreen and tint specification.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £328 — £328 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Ideas can still be booked.
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What to expect during your FIAT Idea rear window replacement
Booking your Fiat Idea rear-window replacement takes minutes; fitting happens at a time that suits you.
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Use our online quote tool to select your Idea's year and trim — you'll receive an instant quote within 60 seconds.
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Proceed to checkout and book your replacement at a time that suits you — most jobs are completed within a couple of hours.
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We match you with a local approved fitter in your area who sources glass matched to your factory specification.
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On the day, your fitter removes the shattered rear window and clears accessible glass shards from inside the car. A shattered rear window produces many small fragments that can lodge under seats and in trim channels, so we recommend a professional valet afterwards for a thorough interior clean.
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Your fitter bonds the replacement glass into place. The adhesive cure time varies by product and weather; your fitter will confirm your minimum drive-away time before leaving.
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You're covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality — contact UKCG if any concerns arise.
Your Idea is back on the road with a safe, spec-matched rear window and peace of mind.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Idea?
Rear-window replacement on the Idea is almost always completed at your home or workplace via our mobile service — no ADAS calibration is required, and the fitting is straightforward. If weather conditions are poor or access is difficult, your fitter may suggest a workshop appointment instead, but mobile fitting is the standard.
Because a shattered rear window produces glass shards that can lodge in hard-to-reach places, plan a professional interior valet after the fitting to ensure thorough detailing.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Idea have?
Tap a feature to see what it is, how to spot it on your car, and how it affects glass replacement. We confirm the exact match for your vehicle when you book.
Brake Light1
2004–2016On the FIAT Idea: fitted on every one of the 1 rear window variant we list; model years 2004–2016.
What it means
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window via silkscreen and electrical contacts, requiring the replacement glass to carry the same pattern so the circuit reconnects cleanly.
On your FIAT Idea
Present on all Idea variants in our catalogue — verified during the parts check so the correct glass is sourced.
Green1
2004–2016On the FIAT Idea: fitted on every one of the 1 rear window variant we list; model years 2004–2016.
What it means
A factory tint applied to the glass that is hard to see but reduces glare and heat transmission.
On your FIAT Idea
Confirmed during your quote — the widget identifies your exact variant and our parts team verifies the tint specification.
Heated Rear Windscreen1
2004–2016On the FIAT Idea: fitted on every one of the 1 rear window variant we list; model years 2004–2016.
Heated rear windscreen with integrated wires clears mist and ice when you switch on the demister.
What it means
A heated rear windscreen contains fine heating wires embedded within the glass. When you activate the rear demister, an electrical current passes through these wires, warming the glass and melting ice or condensation. This feature is particularly useful in cold or damp weather, improving rear visibility quickly. The heating grid is integral to the glass and connected to your vehicle's electrical circuit via connectors at the base of the windscreen.
How to tell
Look at the rear windscreen from inside the vehicle — you will see a fine grid of horizontal lines across the glass, typically bronze or copper in colour. On the dashboard or steering wheel stalk, there will be a dedicated rear-demist button, usually marked with a windscreen symbol and heating lines. If in doubt, ask your vehicle's service centre or consult your handbook.
Replacement impact
Replacement rear windscreens with heated grids are widely available as original-equipment aftermarket or dealership parts. The new glass must include the factory heating grid and electrical connectors intact. The technician will reconnect the heating circuit to your vehicle's rear-demist switch. Heated rear windscreens are bonded glass, so adhesive cure time applies; drive-away time will be confirmed by the fitter on the day.
Solar Control1
2004–2016On the FIAT Idea: fitted on every one of the 1 rear window variant we list; model years 2004–2016.
What it means
Solar-coated glass that absorbs the Sun's infrared rays, helping to keep the interior cooler on hot days.
On your FIAT Idea
Standard on Idea rear windows from the production run — confirmed when your quote is prepared.
About the FIAT Idea
The Fiat Idea is a compact MPV produced from 2003 to 2016, offering practical family motoring across a single generation with minor facelifts. Its rear window is typically toughened glass — designed to shatter into small, manageable pieces in the event of impact, which is standard for vehicles of this class and era.
Most Idea variants carry a green-tinted rear window as a factory specification, paired with integrated solar-control coating to reduce heat transmission. Some models also feature a high-level brake light integrated into the rear glass, which requires the replacement to match the original silkscreen pattern so the lighting circuit reconnects cleanly.
Because the Idea predates modern ADAS camera systems, rear-window replacement does not involve calibration work — your fitter simply removes the shattered original, clears accessible glass shards, and bonds the replacement into place.
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