Does Repairing a Windscreen Chip Affect Resale Value?

Does Repairing a Windscreen Chip Affect Resale Value?

If you’re thinking about selling or trading in your vehicle, you may be wondering whether repairing a windscreen chip affects its resale value.

The good news is that a quality windscreen repair is generally viewed far more favourably than leaving the damage untreated. With the UFIXIT Windscreen Repair Kit, you can permanently repair chips, bullseyes, star cracks and cracks before they spread, helping maintain your vehicle’s appearance and potentially protecting its resale value. UFIXIT is available from Supercheap Auto, Repco, Autobarn, Amazon, or ask for it at your local auto accessory store.

Does a chipped windscreen reduce resale value?

It can.

When buyers inspect a vehicle, they often look closely at the condition of the paintwork, tyres, interior and windscreen. A visible chip or crack can make a vehicle appear less well maintained, even if it’s otherwise in excellent condition.

Many dealers will also consider the cost of repairing or replacing a damaged windscreen when determining a trade in value, so repairing the damage beforehand may help present your vehicle in its best possible condition.

Is a repaired windscreen better than a damaged one?

In most cases, yes.

A quality windscreen repair fills the damaged area with a specialised resin, restoring the strength of the glass while significantly improving the appearance of the damage.

Although a repair may still be faintly visible depending on the type and severity of the damage, it is generally far less noticeable than an untreated chip or crack and demonstrates that the damage has been addressed before it had the chance to spread.

Should you repair a windscreen chip before selling your car?

If the damage can be repaired, it’s often a worthwhile investment before selling or trading in your vehicle.

Repairing windscreen damage before it spreads can:

• Improve the appearance of your vehicle

• Help maintain its resale or trade in value

• Prevent chips from becoming larger cracks

• Avoid the higher cost and inconvenience of replacing the entire windscreen

Repair it before it spreads

Even a small chip can quickly become a larger crack due to road vibrations, potholes and changes in temperature.

That’s why repairing windscreen damage as soon as possible is always the best approach.

The UFIXIT Windscreen Repair Kit delivers permanent repairs using professional grade resin designed for Australia’s harsh conditions. As Australia’s original Australian owned windscreen repair kit, it’s trusted by thousands of motorists to help keep their original windscreen on the road for longer.

Available at Supercheap Auto, Repco, Autobarn, Amazon, or ask for UFIXIT at your local auto accessory store.