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Excellent service from first enquiry…
Excellent service from first enquiry through to fitting. I was sceptical at first and carried out various checks. All proved positive. 11/10. Highly recommended.
Audi A8 rear window replacement — booked online.
Instant quote across Audi A8 rear-window variants, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Prices from £724 to £724
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Audi A8 rear window price, by year
Prices vary across A8 generations and trim levels. Earlier models with straightforward heated rear glass are typically more affordable, while later variants with integrated antenna or additional coating features carry slightly higher replacement costs. Specialist sourcing for antenna-equipped glass may also influence pricing depending on availability.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
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| 2010 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £724 — £724 | 1 variant | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £724 — £1,016 | 2 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 2000 |
| 1999 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1999 |
| 1998 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1998 |
| 1997 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1997 |
| 1996 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1996 |
| 1995 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1995 |
| 1994 | £1,016 — £1,016 | 1 variant | Price my 1994 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older A8s can still be booked.
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What to expect during your Audi A8 rear window replacement
Booking your A8 rear-window replacement is straightforward — from quote to fitting day takes just a few steps.
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Complete a quick online quote using our widget, answering questions about your A8's year and trim to identify the exact rear-window variant.
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Our parts-check team confirms your glass specification and sources the right replacement — matching your factory spec including any integrated features.
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You're matched with a local approved technician who books your fitting at a time that suits you, mobile at home or at their workshop.
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The technician arrives, removes the shattered rear glass, clears accessible shards, and fits your replacement. Typical technician time is 30–60 minutes depending on your specific variant.
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After fitting, we recommend a professional valet or interior clean to reach shards that may have lodged in places the technician can't access on the day — this is especially important after rear-window replacement.
Your replacement comes with a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality, backed by our network of approved technicians.
Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your A8?
Most A8 rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your home or preferred location — there's no ADAS calibration required for rear glass, so workshop visit isn't mandatory.
However, if your A8 features an integrated antenna in the rear glass, some technicians may prefer workshop access to verify the antenna connection and confirm radio reception after fitting. Your technician will discuss this when booking.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
What features does your A8 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 Windscreen2
1994–2010Heated 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.
Antenna1
2003–2010An aerial laminated into the windscreen or rear window restores radio, DAB or TV reception without a roof-mounted mast.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
Clear1
1994–2003Calibration varies by vehicleClear 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.
Coating1
1994–2003Coated windscreens have a blue or purple tint and protect your car from UV rays and heat.
What it means
A coated windscreen has a special protective layer applied to the glass that appears as a blue or purple tint and often reflects a silvery-blue colour in bright sunlight. This coating is designed to reduce the amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and solar heat that enters the vehicle, helping to keep the interior cooler and protecting upholstery and dashboard components from UV damage and fading. The coating is integral to the glass and doesn't require any special maintenance from you.
How to tell
Look at your windscreen in bright daylight — a coated windscreen will show a distinct blue or purple tint and a silvery-blue reflection when the sun hits it directly. Check your vehicle's service booklet or window sticker (usually on the driver's door jamb), which may list the glass specification. Alternatively, ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your windscreen carries a UV or heat-rejection coating.
Replacement impact
When replacing a coated windscreen, the replacement glass must match the original specification — including the coating type and tint level — to maintain the same UV and heat protection and to preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Original-equipment or equivalent aftermarket coated glass is sourced to specification. The coating is applied during glass manufacture; no post-fit treatment is required. Fitting and cure times are unaffected by the presence of the coating.
Green1
2003–2010Green 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.
Laminated1
1994–2003Laminated windscreens hold together when they crack, staying bonded to an inner layer rather than shattering into dangerous shards.
What it means
Laminated glass consists of two glass panes bonded to a tough plastic interlayer, usually polyvinyl butyral (PVB). When struck, the glass cracks but the interlayer holds the pieces in place, preventing the sharp shards that would scatter from tempered glass. This design prioritises occupant safety — the windscreen remains structurally sound even after impact, reducing the risk of ejection and keeping wind and weather out of the cabin. Laminated glass also provides sound dampening and blocks most ultraviolet light. All modern windscreens are laminated as standard.
How to tell
Look at your windscreen edge-on — you'll see a thin darker line (the interlayer) sandwiched between the two glass panes. Tap the glass gently with your knuckle: laminated glass produces a duller, more solid sound compared to the sharper ring of tempered side or rear windows. Your service manual or dealer can confirm, but all production windscreens are laminated.
Replacement impact
Laminated glass is bonded to the frame with structural adhesive, so cure time applies after replacement. Your windscreen is safety-critical — it contributes up to 30% of vehicle structural integrity and supports airbag deployment. The adhesive bond must fully cure before the vehicle is driven normally; your fitter will confirm the specific drive-away time before releasing the car. This is true whether or not your windscreen has camera or sensor features.
Solar Control1
2003–2010Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.
What it means
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.
How to tell
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.
Replacement impact
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.
About the Audi A8
The Audi A8 has been in production since 1994, evolving through five generations with consistent focus on luxury and refinement. Rear-window specifications reflect this heritage: many A8s feature integrated heating elements that also function as AM/FM radio antennas — a dual-purpose design common to Audi estates and larger saloons.
From the mid-2010s onwards, higher-specification A8 models began incorporating advanced driver assistance systems and electronic features that influence glass specification. Some variants carry antenna-integrated rear glass, while others feature solar-control or tinted options depending on trim level and model year.
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