Replacing smashed window 2003 VW Polo

toadpenguin

My sister just called and said her passenger's side front window in her 2003 VW Polo (5door) was smashed. The door has manual (roll-up) windows. Luckily nothing else was damaged or taken, what is she looking at with regards to cost of getting it repaired? Should she go to a Volkswagen dealership or an independent garage?

If there's an alternative route worth taking (like buying parts and replacing the window myself) then that would be very helpful, but I don't have much experience of repairing, well, anything.

Thanks

two wheels good

If you're keen to save on cost call the scrap yards for a replacement.

You could always give the secondhand part to a mechanic to fit it - but it's not difficult to do yourself. A second pair of hands will be useful

Esel

Does she have comprehensive insurance? If so, she probably has free glass replacement, but will usually have to use a company that is approved by her insurer.