RW
roger W.
Transit ownerVerified on Trustpilot5 Jun 2025
Ford Transit
Done the work as required.
Done the work as required.
Ford Transit rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote for Ford Transit rear-window replacement across 26 variants, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £296 to £456
4.81 / 5 ·
1,490 Trustpilot reviews
Get your quote
Under 60 secondsMake
Ford
Model
Transit
No card required · Free to quote
- Instant online prices
- Vetted specialist network
- OEE glass, factory-spec match
- 2-year workmanship warranty
Ford Transit rear window price, by year
Price variation across Transit variants is driven by generation, heating elements, and integrated features like brake lights or solar control. Earlier models without heating or integrated hardware are typically the most straightforward; newer models with climate control, brake-light integration, or solar-coated glass carry higher complexity and cost.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £364 — £456 | 11 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £296 — £456 | 19 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £296 — £369 | 9 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £249 — £369 | 15 variants | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £249 — £304 | 6 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1988 |
| 1987 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1987 |
| 1986 | £249 — £304 | 4 variants | Price my 1986 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Transits can still be booked.
What Ford Transit owners say
Showing 4 reviews from verified Ford Transit owners. Across the whole of UK Car Glass, 4.81/5 from 1,490 Trustpilot reviews.
What to expect during your Ford Transit rear window replacement
Replacing your Transit's rear window is straightforward — here's what happens from quote to handover.
- 1
Get an instant quote through our online widget by selecting your Transit's year, generation, and rear-window options (heating, tint, brake light if fitted).
- 2
We match you with an approved fitter in your area who sources glass matching your factory spec.
- 3
On fitting day, your fitter removes the shattered glass and cleans accessible shards — typically 30–60 minutes of their time.
- 4
The new glass is bonded in place using modern polyurethane adhesive; your fitter will confirm the drive-away time before leaving.
- 5
We recommend a professional interior valet afterwards to ensure any fine shards lodged in door frames or trim are professionally removed.
- 6
Your replacement is covered by a two-year warranty against workmanship and glass defects.
Book your Transit rear-window replacement online now and have it fitted by a local specialist within days.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Transit?
Most Transit rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your premises or workplace — fast turnaround is often critical for commercial operators. Because the rear window is not fitted with a camera system (unlike the windscreen), there's no ADAS calibration required, so mobile fitting is straightforward.
Your fitter will confirm the exact time and location at booking. If site access is limited or weather is severe, a workshop slot can be arranged instead.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Transit 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.
Heated Rear Windscreen18
1986–2026On the Ford Transit: fitted on 18 of the 25 rear window variants we list (72%); model years 1986–2026.
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.
Green14
1986–2026On the Ford Transit: fitted on 14 of the 25 rear window variants we list (56%); model years 1986–2026.
What it means
A light green tint — hard to see but present on most modern glass to reduce solar heat and UV.
On your Ford Transit
Standard on most 2000+ Transit models; confirmed during the parts check after you've booked.
Dark Green6
2014–2026On the Ford Transit: fitted on 6 of the 25 rear window variants we list (24%); model years 2014–2026.
Dark green tinted rear and side glass that's noticeably darker than the front windscreen but still see-through in daylight.
What it means
Dark green tint is a factory-applied colour to the rear window and side windows on some vehicles. It serves both aesthetic and functional purposes: it reduces glare and heat from sunlight, provides a degree of privacy without completely obscuring the interior, and contributes to the vehicle's overall design. Unlike privacy glass (which is much darker and difficult to see through from outside), dark green tint maintains reasonable transparency while still offering a tinted appearance.
How to tell
Look at your rear window and rear side windows in daylight. If they appear noticeably darker and greenish in tone compared to your front windscreen, you have dark green tint. The tint will be clearly visible when you look at the vehicle from outside, but you'll still be able to see through to the interior in normal daylight. Check your vehicle documentation or ask your dealership if you're uncertain.
Replacement impact
Replacement glass must match the original dark green tint specification to maintain the vehicle's appearance and light-control properties. We source OEM or OE-equivalent tinted glass to the correct colour specification. Tinted glass is available from stock for most common vehicles, though lead times may occasionally be slightly longer than untinted variants. Installation and cure procedures are identical to standard glass; tint does not affect fitting time or drive-away windows.
Clear5
1986–2000Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Ford Transit: fitted on 5 of the 25 rear window variants we list (20%); model years 1986–2000; calibration varies by vehicle.
Clear windscreen glass has no tint; most cars have a slight tint as standard.
What it means
A clear windscreen contains no added tint layer. Most modern windscreens incorporate a subtle tint (typically blue, green, grey or bronze) as standard to reduce glare, provide UV protection, and improve cabin comfort. A genuinely clear windscreen is the absence of this tint. Clear glass is less common than tinted variants and is sometimes specified for aesthetic or operational reasons, though the tint difference is usually imperceptible to the naked eye.
How to tell
Lower your side window halfway and hold a white piece of paper behind it. If you see a noticeable colour cast (blue, green, grey or bronze) in the side glass, your windscreen has the same tint. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen specification in your service records.
Replacement impact
Clear windscreen replacement uses the same installation process as any other windscreen. No special calibration or extended cure time applies. Sourcing is straightforward — clear glass is widely available as an aftermarket replacement. Installation time and drive-away restrictions follow standard windscreen replacement timings.
Solar Control4
2014–2026On the Ford Transit: fitted on 4 of the 25 rear window variants we list (16%); model years 2014–2026.
What it means
A solar-coated rear window that absorbs the sun's infrared rays, reducing cabin heat — typically on higher-spec models.
On your Ford Transit
Often paired with climate control or premium trim packs; confirmed at the quote stage.
Unheated Rear Windscreen4
1986–2014On the Ford Transit: fitted on 4 of the 25 rear window variants we list (16%); model years 1986–2014.
A rear window without heating elements — selected when the model's standard specification includes a heated rear glass option.
What it means
An unheated rear window is a variant specification where the rear glass does not include integrated electric heating wires. Many vehicle models offer heated rear glass as standard or as an option to demist the window quickly in cold or wet conditions. An unheated rear window omits this feature entirely. It is a cost-conscious choice and remains fully functional for visibility and weather protection — demisting simply takes longer and relies on the vehicle's cabin heating system alone.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's specification sheet or service documentation. If your model range lists 'heated rear window' or 'rear demister' as a standard or optional feature and your car does not have it, you have an unheated variant. You can also look at the rear window itself — a heated rear window shows a faint pattern of horizontal heating wires when you look closely at the glass. An unheated window appears completely clear with no wire pattern visible.
Replacement impact
Replacement glass must match your original specification. If your vehicle has an unheated rear window, the replacement must also be unheated — you cannot fit a heated variant without additional wiring and control-module work, which falls outside standard glass replacement scope. Conversely, if heated glass is standard for your model and you wish to stay unheated, confirm this choice at booking. No calibration is involved with rear-window replacement.
About the Ford Transit
The Ford Transit has been a workhorse of UK roads since 1986, evolving through multiple generations with countless trim and engine configurations. As a light commercial vehicle, the Transit's rear window is typically toughened glass — designed for durability in a working environment.
Earlier Transit generations carried straightforward rear windows; more recent models (from the 2010s onwards) may feature integrated brake lights, heating elements, or factory-fitted brackets depending on trim and specification. Some higher-spec variants also carry solar-control or privacy-tinted rear glass.
Because the Transit is a working vehicle, rear-window durability and rapid turnaround are priorities for owners. The glass you're matched with will meet your factory specification and is UK-approved for the road.
Other Ford models
Own a different Ford? We've got you — every variant, every year.
Frequently asked questions
The questions customers ask us most often.