What sunshade are you using?
 

Hey guys, I'm in the market for a sunshade for my car and wanted to get your opinion. I'm thinking of getting the oem subaru shade or something similar.


[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009B7WK7Y/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER"]Covercraft UVS100 Heat Shield Custom Fit Windshield Sunshade for Select Subaru BRZ Models - Laminate Material (Gold):Amazon:Automotive[/ame]



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The only concern I have is that these will not fold up easily in my back seats. I don't want to have to throw it in the trunk every time it's not in use. I've seen other styles of sunshade, but they all look really cheap. Any input is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

The Subaru one is very nice. I keep it wedged in between the passenger seat and passenger door.

Is it possible to put it in the rear part of the car? I ask because my girlfriend rides in the car a lot. If you have time, would you mind posting a picture of it folded up?

Yeah it folds up the same as any other sunshade. So you could put it on the rear seats or behind the front seats if you want.

The one from my old BMW(06-11, BMW 3 series E90 chassis) Fits like a glove.

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There is an 86 sunshade on nigeljdmparts. Although some people have had ordering issues with them.

Guy in town just sold his BRZ, and has the sunshade for sale, if interested. I'll send him the link to this thread.

I think I have someone that wants the OEM one I have because I traded in my BRZ. If that person decides otherwise I'll let you know. It also comes with the leather case you slide it into to protect it. It does fold up nicely that you can stick in between the seat and center console or in the back.

I got the HeatShield sunshade. I thought, eh, I might as well save $30 bucks over the Subaru shade, how different could they be? Unfortunately, I don't own the Subaru one so I can't compare, but I imagine they each work just as well in shielding the sun. The fit and finish of the HeatShield sunshade is good so I have no complaints there. However, rolling up the HeatShield sunshade is awkward for me and once it's rolled up, it doesn't really tuck away anywhere, so I throw it in the back seat. If you want a sunshade that tucks away fairly nicely, it sounds like you should go with the OEM Subaru one.

Why not go for the one that was made for the car by TRD? http://www.ebay.com/itm/TRD-SUN-SHAD...item461c4372bd

I got it, but still waiting for my car though....

I had a HeatShield for my Lexus SC400. It worked pretty well and fit perfectly, but after a couple years, the velcro strap tore off. A few years later, the clear plastic laminate on the back started cracking.

When I bought the BRZ, I pulled out the old SC400 HeatShield and it fit fairly well. But it struck me how noisy it was when I rolled/unrolled it. I can't recall if it was always this noisy, or only after the clear plastic laminate started hardening and cracking/crackling as it aged.

I decided to spend the extra bucks on the OEM sunshade. I ordered online for a discounted price, shipped to the dealer for pickup.

I'm happy with the OEM sunshade, but the $65-70 does seem kinda high, considering the materials.

I considered the CoverCraft, and it would have probably been fine. I think that would have been a few dollars cheaper, and you get color choices (thought about the silver blue for my WRB BRZ).

-Z

Where do you see color options?

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[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Covercraft-UVS100-Shield-Windshield-Sunshade/dp/B009B8UVJ2"]Amazon.com: Covercraft UVS100 Heat Shield Custom Fit Windshield Sunshade for Select Subaru BRZ Models - Laminate Material (Silver): Automotive[/ame]

BTW, the TRD got a PERFECT fitment :)

I can't take any pictures of it now.. after I am at work, in Africa for 4 weeks..

STi

I would hope so!

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This has good reviews.

Been using the Genuine Subaru one for nearly 2 years and its still awesome. It can be a little tricky to put up w/ someone in the passenger seat but the fit is perfect.

I'm still debating if I want to get an Eclipse Sunshade (Its a retractable sunshade) for my car or not. It was great in my old car, but not sure how I feel about having it in the smaller BRZ.

Did you have to drill for your side skirts?

Yes

here's mine

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bm5SU6SCIAA2ZCH.jpg:large

Where can I get this?! I LOVE IT

picked it up from Amazon

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I recently picked up the OE Subaru shade and used some straight lacquer thinner to remove the black Subaru lettering. It worked perfectly without harming the silver coating. I would suggest trying a small spot out of the way before applying to lettering. Not all thinners are the same..

I just ordered one as well, can't wait.

Just ordered this.

Running the OEM Subaru one - happy to wear the suby badge on my frs.

You'll love it :)

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I have the OEM Subaru one.


As a die hard Star Wars guys I'm buying that sun shade though lol

Not to be that guy buuuut....has anyone tried the Gold one? apparently the gold is better :bonk:

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/SERIES-Sunshade-Heatshield-Windshield-Custom-fit/dp/B00GWYS1S6/ref=sr_1_3?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1404308245&sr= 1-3&keywords=scion+frs+sunshade"]Amazon.com: GOLD SERIES Sunshade for Scion FR-S FRS 2013 Heatshield Windshield Custom-fit Sunshade: Automotive[/ame]

This one rolls up, I feel like it would be a pain in the ass to get in position, looks flimsy

That is just awesome!

I also use the covercraft, couldn't fit any better. From the look of the OEM shades from Subaru and my BMW they seem like they might be made by Covercraft anyway.

Nice one with OE is that you get clearance for dash cam under rear view. Perhaps in cover craft as well.

I recently bought the Covercraft UVS100 Custom-Fit; the fitment is spot on, and the quality is superb. It's a little big, so you'll have to keep it in the trunk, or on the back seats, but I think that's probably going to be an issue with most sun shades and the size of our cars.

It is probably a little bit pricier than what most people would want to pay for a sunshade, but I defiantly can't recommend it enough. Well crafted, makes a very noticeable difference, and looks great. It is also reversible to keep warmth in during the winter if you have the darker size facing out.

Also @Snowball - that's exactly where I store mine as well :D

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I have the JuicedHybrid Custom Cover Heatshield and fits perfectly. Easy to to stow. If you want pics let me know. I am a poet and didn't know it.

Heatshield for the FR-S

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Been using a $10 one from Walmart since 2 years ago. Not a very good fit for this car at all but it gets the job done.

THAT....is BRILLIANT. lol!