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Excellent service from first enquiry…
Excellent service from first enquiry through to fitting. I was sceptical at first and carried out various checks. All proved positive. 11/10. Highly recommended.
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 £324 to £324
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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 |
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| 2016 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £324 — £324 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £324 — £324 | 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
2004–2016A brake light integrated into the rear window glass itself, requiring a matching replacement to reconnect the original lighting circuit.
What it means
A brake light integrated into the rear window glass is a lighting element built directly into the glass panel during manufacturing. Rather than using a separate lamp cluster mounted to the vehicle body, the light circuit is routed through conductive elements — typically a silkscreen pattern, wire network, or bracket assembly — embedded in or bonded to the glass itself. When you brake, this integrated light illuminates to warn following traffic. It combines functionality with design integration, reducing the number of separate components on the rear of the vehicle.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's rear window for a visible pattern of fine lines or wires running across the glass, usually near the top edge or spanning the upper portion. Look at your vehicle's manual or contact your dealer's service centre — they can confirm whether your rear window carries an integrated brake light. If you see a separate brake-light cluster mounted to the bodywork instead, your vehicle does not have this feature.
Replacement impact
The replacement rear window must carry the identical integrated brake-light pattern so the original lighting circuit reconnects without modification. The conductive elements — whether silkscreen, wiring, or bracket fittings — must align precisely with the vehicle's electrical connections. Using a standard rear window without this pattern would disable the brake light. We source the correct OE-specification glass to ensure a seamless fit and restore full functionality.
Green1
2004–2016Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.
What it means
Green tint is a light-filtering coating applied to the glass during manufacture. It absorbs and reduces transmission of certain wavelengths of light, primarily to cut glare from sunlight and reflections. The tint is subtle — often barely visible to the naked eye — but measurably improves visual comfort during prolonged driving, particularly in bright conditions. It's a factory specification chosen by the vehicle manufacturer to balance daylight comfort with interior visibility and aesthetic consistency across all glass in the vehicle.
How to tell
The easiest way to check is to roll your side window halfway down and hold a piece of white paper behind it. Look carefully for a tint cast — green tint will appear as a subtle green hue compared to clear glass. Your windscreen will have the same tint as your side windows. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre — they'll have the original specification on file.
Replacement impact
Green-tinted replacement glass must match the original tint specification to maintain visual consistency across all windows and preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Aftermarket OE-equivalent (OEE) green-tinted glass is widely available, though some vehicles may require original equipment (OEM) dealership glass if the tint specification is proprietary. Tint does not affect calibration, cure time, or installation procedure — it's a cosmetic and functional specification only.
Heated Rear Windscreen1
2004–2016Heated 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
2004–2016Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
What it means
Solar control is a coating applied to the windscreen that absorbs the sun's infrared radiation rather than allowing it to pass through into the cabin. This reduces solar heat gain, helping to keep the interior cooler and more comfortable, particularly in warm weather or direct sunlight. The coating is transparent to visible light, so it doesn't darken the windscreen or affect visibility. It's a passive thermal management feature that works continuously whenever the sun is shining on the glass.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's specification sheet or contact your dealership service centre to confirm whether solar control glass is fitted. Some manufacturers list it as 'solar control windscreen', 'heat-reflective glass', or 'thermal management glass'. It's a factory-fitted feature and won't be visibly obvious from outside the car — the coating is integral to the glass itself.
Replacement impact
Solar control glass is a factory-fitted specification. When replacing the windscreen, a solar control variant must be sourced to match the original. This is a standard glass type with no special fitting implications or calibration requirements. Cure and drive-away times follow normal windscreen bonding procedures. Confirm with your fitter that the replacement glass includes solar control to maintain the original thermal performance.
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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