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James
R5 ownerVerified on Trustpilot5 May 2022
Renault R5
Excellent service and very happy
Excellent service and very happy. The engineer was really nice too. Very efficient and at the right price too.
Renault R5 windscreen replacement — booked online.
Instant quote for your 1971–1986 Renault R5 windscreen, fitted by approved fitters near you — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £487 to £506
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- 2-year workmanship warranty
Renault R5 windscreen price, by year
Prices for the Renault R5 are driven primarily by glass availability — sourcing a period-correct replacement for a 1970s–1980s model can vary depending on whether aftermarket or original-specification glass is in stock with your local technician.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1988 |
| 1987 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1987 |
| 1986 | £487 — £487 | 1 variant | Price my 1986 |
| 1985 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1985 |
| 1984 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1984 |
| 1983 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1983 |
| 1982 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1982 |
| 1981 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1981 |
| 1980 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1980 |
| 1979 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1979 |
| 1978 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1978 |
| 1977 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1977 |
| 1976 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1976 |
| 1975 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1975 |
| 1974 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1974 |
| 1973 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1973 |
| 1972 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1972 |
| 1971 | £487 — £506 | 2 variants | Price my 1971 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Renault R5 models can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Renault R5 windscreen replacement
Booking your R5 windscreen replacement is simple and quick.
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Answer a few questions in our online quiz to confirm your R5's variant — takes about a minute.
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Receive an instant quote and choose your fitting date and location (mobile at your address or workshop visit).
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Our parts team verifies the exact glass specification and confirms availability with the technician you'll be matched with.
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On fitting day, the technician removes your old windscreen, cleans the frame, and bonds your replacement glass using modern adhesive.
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Your fitter confirms the drive-away time before leaving — typically a few hours depending on the adhesive used.
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You're covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.
Classic cars deserve specialist care — your R5 is in safe hands with our network of approved fitters.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your R5?
For the Renault R5, mobile fitting at your address is standard — there's no ADAS calibration required, so your technician can complete the job wherever you are. If you prefer a workshop visit for convenience or weather shelter, that's always an option.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your R5 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.
Clear1
1971–1985Calibration varies by vehicleOn the Renault R5: fitted on 1 of the 2 windscreen variants we list (50%); model years 1971–1985; 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. If your vehicle has ADAS features (forward-facing camera or radar), calibration may be required after replacement depending on your specific vehicle; we confirm this when we look up your car details.
Calibration mix across our Renault variants
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We confirm the exact procedure for your specific vehicle when you book.
Green1
1971–1996On the Renault R5: fitted on 1 of the 2 windscreen variants we list (50%); model years 1971–1996.
What it means
A subtle green tint present in the glass that's designed to reduce glare and heat — standard on this model across all years.
On your Renault R5
This tint is barely visible in normal light but becomes apparent when you look at the glass edge-on or compare it to clear glass. It's a factory feature confirmed during your quote.
About the Renault R5
The Renault R5 is a beloved classic city car produced from 1971 to 1986, known for its compact size and practical charm. Throughout its production run, the R5 retained a straightforward windscreen design typical of vehicles from that era — laminated safety glass without the electronic sensors or complex features found in modern cars.
Because the R5 predates modern ADAS systems, your replacement windscreen will be a simple laminated glass without camera brackets or integrated sensors. The fit itself is typically straightforward, though sourcing the exact replacement can depend on availability through specialist suppliers.
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Frequently asked questions
The questions customers ask us most often.
You don't need to know. Our online widget asks a few quick questions — make, model, year, and a couple of feature details — to narrow the variant down. Once booked, our parts check team verifies the exact specification against your VIN before the job is dispatched.
Almost always, yes, where a forward-facing camera is fitted. The technicians in our network include ADAS-calibration-certified specialists — we confirm whether your job needs a workshop or can complete on your driveway when we book.
Your replacement glass matches your original factory specification — same size, features and trim fitment as the glass the car left the factory with. It's UK-approved for the road and typically supplied by tier-1 manufacturers like Pilkington, Saint-Gobain, and AGC.
OEM-branded glass (with the vehicle-maker logo) is available on request at a higher price.
Most windscreen replacements happen at your chosen location — home, office, or car park. Some jobs are better suited to a workshop — for example, windscreens with ADAS cameras needing static calibration, or where access to power, shelter, or controlled conditions makes the work safer indoors. We let you know when we confirm your booking.
Most windscreen replacements take 45–90 minutes of the technician's time. ADAS calibration extends the technician's time on the job, but cure time runs in parallel — so it doesn't usually delay when you can drive. Your technician will confirm exact timings on the day.
Most UK comprehensive policies include glass cover, typically with an excess of £75–£100. If your insurer is on our approved list, the specialist you're matched with bills them directly and you just pay the excess.
Otherwise you can pay UK Car Glass directly and claim back from your insurer — our all-inclusive price is often lower than the excess anyway, so paying direct can work out cheaper.
Two years on workmanship defects — water leaks, wind noise, bonding failures — from the date of replacement. If the specialist's work isn't right, we arrange to put it right under the warranty process.
Yes. Renault fitted green-tinted windscreens to the R5 throughout its production run to reduce glare and heat. Your replacement will match this original specification — it's a subtle tint, barely noticeable in normal light but visible when you look at the glass edge-on.
Your replacement glass will match your factory specification — the same size, shape, and tint. Specialists on our network source period-correct glass from suppliers who stock classic car variants. Availability is confirmed during your quote.
Technician time is typically 45–90 minutes, depending on the condition of your vehicle and any trim quirks. Your fitter will confirm the exact drive-away time before leaving — usually a few hours for the adhesive to cure, which happens in the background.