Ritson B.
500 ownerVerified on Trustpilot22 Sept 2026
2012 FIAT 500
Installer arrived on time
Installer arrived on time. Was very courteous and professional. He completed the job in 1 hour 30 mins and kept me updated at each stage.
Instant quote across 11 Fiat 500 variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Make
FIAT
Model
500
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Price variation depends on the generation, presence of ADAS camera systems, and optional comfort features like acoustic or solar-control glass. Earlier 500 models without camera systems are the most straightforward replacements, while newer variants with Co-Driver systems require calibration work after fitting, which influences the overall cost. Acoustic and solar-control upgrades, fitted to some higher-spec trims, add to the replacement cost.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £242 — £574 | 11 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £242 — £574 | 12 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £242 — £574 | 9 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £242 — £321 | 5 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £242 — £321 | 5 variants | Price my 2007 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older 500s can still be booked.
Curious why prices vary so widely? Read our UK windscreen replacement cost guide .
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Booking your Fiat 500 windscreen replacement through UK Car Glass is a straightforward five-step process.
Use our online widget to answer a few quick questions about your 500 — the quiz identifies your exact variant and any ADAS or special-feature glass you're fitted with. It takes under 60 seconds.
You'll receive an instant quote and can book your replacement in under two minutes through our secure checkout.
Our parts-check team reviews your booking to confirm the correct glass specification — featuring the right tint, sensor pads, camera brackets, and encapsulation if fitted.
A local technician from our network is matched to your job. Mobile fitting at your address is the standard option; if your 500 has a camera system and calibration is needed, the technician will discuss whether that can be done mobile or at a workshop.
On fitting day, the technician replaces your windscreen, completes any required camera calibration, and confirms your drive-away time before leaving. You're covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Most jobs complete within a couple of hours, and you'll be back on the road the same day with full confidence in your new windscreen.
Most Fiat 500 windscreen replacements can be fitted mobile at your home or workplace. However, if your 500 is fitted with the Co-Driver ADAS system (2026 models and some newer variants), camera calibration is required after the glass is replaced.
When calibration is needed, your matched technician will advise whether they can do it mobile or whether a workshop visit is necessary — this depends on their equipment. UKCG never splits a job across two locations, so if a workshop is required, the full replacement and calibration will be scheduled there. Either way, the calibration runs in parallel with the adhesive cure, so it doesn't extend your drive-away time.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
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.
Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.
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.
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.
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.
Acoustic glass reduces cabin noise for a quieter, more comfortable ride.
Acoustic windscreen glass is laminated with a special acoustic interlayer that absorbs and dampens sound vibrations. It reduces exterior noise—from traffic, wind, and road surface—before it enters the passenger compartment. This makes the cabin noticeably quieter and creates a more peaceful driving experience. It's a comfort feature, not a safety one; standard laminated windscreens already meet impact safety requirements.
Check your windscreen for an ear symbol, the word 'Acoustic', a capital 'A', or the term 'SoundScreen' printed in one of the four corners. These markings indicate acoustic-grade glass. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre whether your model came fitted with acoustic glass—it's often a factory option on comfort or premium trims.
Acoustic glass is always laminated and bonds to the frame like any standard windscreen, so replacement follows the normal bonded-glass procedure. No specialist calibration is required. The replacement technician will fit it using standard adhesive and sealant. Cure time and drive-away restrictions are identical to standard laminated windscreens. Acoustic glass is widely available as an aftermarket OE-equivalent option.
Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
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.
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.
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.
An aerial laminated into the windscreen or rear window restores radio, DAB or TV reception without a roof-mounted mast.
An antenna is a conductive print laminated into the glass during manufacture, typically used for radio, DAB (digital audio broadcasting) or television reception. It replaces the traditional roof-mounted aerial mast found on older vehicles. The antenna is integrated into the glass interlayer and connected to the vehicle's receiver unit via a connector embedded in the glass edge. This design offers a cleaner aesthetic, reduces wind noise, and eliminates the vulnerability of a protruding mast to damage or theft.
Check your vehicle's roof — if there is no visible aerial mast, your car likely has a laminated antenna. You can also ask your dealer or service centre whether your windscreen or rear window carries an antenna print. The connector may be visible on the glass edge or inside the door frame trim.
When replacing glass with a laminated antenna, the replacement must carry the matching antenna print and connector to restore reception immediately on fitting. Aftermarket or original-equipment glass with the correct antenna specification is essential; a plain replacement will leave you without radio or DAB signal. Our fitters verify the antenna specification during booking and source the correct variant before the appointment.
Light sensors automatically turn your headlights on at dusk or in tunnels; the replacement windscreen must include the sensor bracket.
A light sensor is a small optical detector mounted on the windscreen or dashboard that monitors ambient light levels. When light drops below a threshold—at dusk or when entering a tunnel—it triggers your headlights to switch on automatically. This removes the need to manually operate the lights and improves safety by ensuring visibility when conditions darken suddenly. The sensor is typically mounted behind the windscreen's top edge or integrated into the interior mirror housing, where it has an unobstructed view of the sky.
Check your vehicle's handbook or ask your dealer whether your car has automatic headlight control or 'auto lights' as a feature. If equipped, you'll see a symbol on the stalk or dashboard dial marked with a light-bulb icon or 'AUTO' setting. When you select this mode and the ambient light dims, the headlights activate without manual input. Not all cars have this feature; it's typically found on newer or higher-specification models.
When replacing a windscreen on a vehicle with a light sensor, the replacement glass must include the correct sensor bracket or mounting point to preserve the auto-headlight function. The sensor itself does not require software calibration—it relies on physical positioning behind the windscreen's upper trim or within the mirror assembly. Ensuring the bracket is correctly installed during the fit is essential; if omitted, the auto-light feature will fail and cannot be restored without additional parts and labour.
Your wipers automatically activate when rain falls on the windscreen.
A rain sensor is a device mounted on or behind the windscreen that detects moisture and triggers the wiper system automatically. The sensor uses infrared light to measure water droplets on the glass surface and signals the vehicle's electrical system to engage the wipers without driver input. This feature improves safety in sudden downpours and reduces driver workload in variable weather conditions.
Check your windscreen for a small sensor unit, usually mounted near the top centre behind the glass or at the base of the mirror. Look for a small dark component or lens. If your vehicle has automatic wipers that activate without you toggling the stalk, you have a rain sensor. Ask your dealer or service centre to confirm; they can check your vehicle records or wiper module settings.
Rain sensors are non-structural elements and do not require recalibration after windscreen replacement. The sensor bracket or mounting may need careful removal and reinstallation to ensure it sits correctly behind the new glass. If the sensor itself is damaged during removal, a replacement unit may be needed. Your fitter will confirm the condition and refit or replace the sensor as part of the standard replacement procedure.
A printed VIN reference box along the bottom edge of your windscreen helps identify your vehicle's chassis number at a glance.
A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) notch is a small printed or etched box positioned along the lower edge of the windscreen that displays your vehicle's chassis number. This reference marking is a manufacturing and administrative feature, allowing quick visual identification of the vehicle without needing to consult documents. It's particularly useful for service records, insurance claims, and vehicle registration purposes. The notch itself doesn't affect the structural integrity or safety performance of the glass.
Look along the bottom edge of your windscreen — typically in one of the lower corners — for a small rectangular box containing printed digits or characters. If you're uncertain, check your vehicle's service handbook or ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your model includes this feature.
When your windscreen is replaced, the new glass will retain the VIN notch printed or etched by the manufacturer. This is a standard feature on replacement windscreens for compatible vehicles and requires no additional work or adjustment. The notch does not affect glass fitting, cure time, or any post-replacement calibration procedures.
The Fiat 500 has been in continuous production since 2007, evolving through distinct generations with the modern F-generation arriving in 2013. Windscreens across all generations feature a green-tinted laminate as standard, with nearly all variants carrying an encapsulated rubber gasket pre-bonded to the glass edges.
From the mid-2010s onwards, higher-spec models began to include acoustic noise-reduction glass, solar-control coating, and rain sensors — features now common on newer variants. The most recent models, particularly the 2026 500e, introduced Fiat's Co-Driver ADAS system, which uses forward-facing cameras for driver assistance and lane-keeping support.
When ADAS is fitted, windscreen replacement triggers camera recalibration to restore the system's accuracy — this is handled by specialists on our network, either mobile or at a workshop depending on the technician's setup.
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