I would go to a regular glass shop and tell them that you want an OEM
windshield. You will find that the price will be close to the generic
one. I have always insisted on OEM glass, and have never seen a
significant difference in the price.


On Wed, 13 Oct 2004 22:23:07 -0400, "2003HondaEXL"
<privateemail@pdq.net> wrote:

>My front windshield needs to be replaced. The Honda dealer tells me that
>there are two windshields for my car...one is $350 (made in USA) and the
>other one, which is "recommended" according to my VIN is $850 (made in
>Japan). I have searched high and low to verify what they are telling me
>is the truth.
>Does it matter which Honda windshield I purchase? Some dealers say no and
>others say yes!?
>My windshield "stamp" says that it is manufactured by Asahi.
>Thanks!