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Toyota Carina windscreen replacement — booked online.
Toyota Carina windscreen replacement across 9 variants — instant quote in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters near you.
Prices from £240 to £566
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Toyota Carina windscreen price, by year
Pricing varies primarily by generation and the presence of heating elements. Models with heated windscreens or heated wiper rest areas carry slightly higher costs due to the electrical integration required during fitting. Sun-strip variants (whether blue or green) may also vary from plain tinted glass.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | £240 — £566 | 6 variants | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £240 — £566 | 6 variants | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £240 — £566 | 6 variants | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £240 — £566 | 6 variants | Price my 1994 |
| 1993 | £240 — £566 | 6 variants | Price my 1993 |
| 1992 | £240 — £566 | 9 variants | Price my 1992 |
| 1991 | £341 — £366 | 3 variants | Price my 1991 |
| 1990 | £341 — £366 | 3 variants | Price my 1990 |
| 1989 | £341 — £366 | 3 variants | Price my 1989 |
| 1988 | £341 — £366 | 3 variants | Price my 1988 |
| 1987 | £341 — £341 | 2 variants | Price my 1987 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Carinas can still be booked.
Curious why prices vary so widely? Read our UK windscreen replacement cost guide .
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What to expect during your Toyota Carina windscreen replacement
From quote to fitting, here's the journey.
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Book your replacement through our online quote tool — answer a few quick questions about your Carina's year and features to find your exact variant.
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Our parts team confirms your glass specification and the technician match happens automatically.
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A fitter near you is assigned and contacts you to arrange a convenient time — mobile fitting at your address is the default.
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On the day, your fitter removes the damaged windscreen, fits the replacement (typically 45–90 minutes of work), and confirms the drive-away time with you.
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You're covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality — any concerns, contact us and we'll arrange remediation.
Book now and your Carina will be back on the road with a fresh windscreen fitted to your original factory spec.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Carina?
Most Carina windscreen replacements are fitted mobile at your address — no workshop needed. Because the Carina predates modern ADAS safety systems, there's no calibration requirement after fitting, so your fitter can complete the job and release you to drive within the adhesive cure time confirmed on the day.
If weather or your location makes a mobile visit impractical, your fitter can arrange a workshop appointment as an alternative.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your Carina 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.
Blue6
1987–1997Blue-tinted windscreens reduce glare and heat while maintaining a subtle, modern appearance.
What it means
A blue tint is a light coloration applied to the windscreen glass, usually during manufacture. It reduces solar heat transmission and glare from sunlight, particularly on bright days or when driving into the sun. The tint is integral to the glass itself — not a separate film — and is chosen by the vehicle manufacturer to balance comfort, visibility, and aesthetic consistency with the vehicle's side windows and rear window. Most vehicles come with a green or blue tint as standard; the choice depends on the manufacturer's design and regional climate considerations.
How to tell
Check your side windows by rolling one halfway down and holding a white piece of paper behind the glass. If you see a blue tint reflected in the glass, your windscreen will have the same tint. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen tint specification. The tint is visible when comparing the windscreen to clear glass, though it may be subtle and harder to spot on overcast days.
Replacement impact
Blue-tinted replacement windscreens must match the original tint to maintain visual consistency with your side and rear windows. Most replacement glass is available in the correct tint through OE (original equipment) suppliers. There is no calibration requirement related to tint. The tint does not affect fitting time, cure time, or drive-away schedules. Ensure the replacement windscreen is specified with the blue tint to avoid a mismatched appearance.
Blue Sun Strip4
1987–1997A blue-tinted gradient band across the top of your windscreen that reduces glare without affecting your view of the road.
What it means
A blue sun strip is a tinted gradient band built into the upper edge of your windscreen's laminate layer. It reduces glare from sunlight reflecting off the road and bonnet without darkening your main field of vision. The tint is created during manufacture as part of the glass laminate itself — it cannot be added or removed later. Sun strips are a windscreen-only feature; rear and side windows cannot carry this effect because they use tempered rather than laminated glass.
How to tell
Look at the top of your windscreen from inside the car — you'll see a distinct blue-tinted band running horizontally across the upper portion. Check your vehicle's specification sheet or ask your dealership service centre whether your windscreen is listed as a 'blue sun strip' or 'tinted sun strip' variant. Your invoice or parts manual will confirm it.
Replacement impact
When replacing a windscreen with a blue sun strip, the replacement must be the sun-strip variant — a standard plain windscreen will not replicate the tinted band. Your replacement glass is sourced as an exact match to your original specification. There are no additional calibration or cure implications beyond a standard windscreen replacement. Fitting and drive-away times remain unchanged.
Green3
1992–1997Green 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 Windscreen3
1988–1997Heated windscreens use embedded wires to quickly clear ice and condensation in cold weather.
What it means
A heated windscreen is integrated with a fine mesh of electrical wires embedded within the glass itself. When activated, these wires generate heat to warm the windscreen surface, helping to rapidly clear frost, ice, and condensation during cold or damp conditions. This feature improves visibility and safety in winter driving and reduces reliance on engine heat and demister air, which can be slower on very cold mornings.
How to tell
Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealership service centre — they can confirm whether your model includes this feature. Look for a dashboard symbol (usually a windscreen icon with heat waves) when you activate the function, or check your infotainment settings for a heating or climate option linked to the windscreen. Some vehicles have a dedicated button on the stalk or console.
Replacement impact
Heated windscreens require replacement glass to be of the correct heated specification — standard unheated glass cannot be fitted. The replacement glass must be sourced to match your vehicle's exact heated-wire configuration. Installation is straightforward, though the technician will confirm the heating element is functioning correctly after fitting. No calibration is required for this feature.
Heated Wiper Rest Area3
1988–1997Heating elements embedded in the glass melt ice from your wipers and the bottom of your windscreen.
What it means
A heated wiper rest area uses electric heating elements embedded into the windscreen in the area where your wipers park when not in use. These elements warm the glass to prevent ice and frost from bonding to the wiper blades and the lower windscreen edge during cold weather. This reduces the effort needed to clear ice in the morning and helps protect your wipers from damage caused by frozen adhesion to the glass.
How to tell
Check your windscreen's lower edge where the wipers rest — you may see faint heating lines or elements visible in the glass. Your handbook or service history will confirm the feature. You can also ask your dealer or service centre whether your vehicle is equipped with a heated wiper rest area.
Replacement impact
When replacing a windscreen with a heated wiper rest area, the replacement glass must include the heating elements. Aftermarket and OE glazing suppliers offer this feature, but availability varies by vehicle. The heating system does not require calibration after replacement, though the technician will ensure the heating element connections are properly restored during installation.
Green Sun Strip2
1992–1997A green-tinted band at the windscreen's top edge that reduces glare from sunlight above.
What it means
A green sun strip is a graduated tint band integrated into the windscreen's laminate at the upper edge. It filters intense sunlight and glare from above — particularly useful on motorways and in bright conditions — whilst maintaining clarity through the main viewing area below. The tint is permanent, fused into the laminate layer during manufacture, and cannot be applied or removed afterwards. Sun strips are a windscreen-only feature because they must be built into the laminate during production; side and rear glass cannot carry them as they are typically toughened rather than laminated.
How to tell
Look at the top edge of your windscreen from the inside. A sun strip appears as a distinct green-tinted gradient band that fades from darker at the very top to clear below. It is visible whether the car is parked or moving. You can also check your vehicle's specification sheet or ask your dealership or current service centre to confirm whether your windscreen includes a sun strip.
Replacement impact
The replacement windscreen must be the green sun strip variant to match your original. This is not a post-fit addition; it must be ordered as part of the glass itself. Availability is usually straightforward for current and recent models from major manufacturers, though older or less common variants may require a longer lead time. The sun strip does not affect calibration requirements or cure time — it is simply a laminate feature and does not complicate the fitting process.
About the Toyota Carina
The Toyota Carina was in continuous production from 1987 to 1997, spanning multiple generations of Japanese reliability. Most Carina windscreens feature a subtle blue tint, with some models carrying a blue sun strip across the top to reduce glare from above without affecting driver visibility.
Heated windscreens and heated wiper rest areas appear on select variants from the later production years, offering practical winter driving assistance. Because the Carina predates modern ADAS systems, windscreen replacements are straightforward fits without the calibration complexity found on newer vehicles.
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