Originally Posted by
dj_rice
All windshields need to pass certain safety requirements. So whether aftermarket or OEM, either is suitable. Its all dependant on your wallet. As well, you do pay for the quality as I've seen some aftermarket glass, it looks wavy in certain spots but what do you expect when the glass is probably manufactured in China.
Due to your age, I'd go aftermarket. I got a quote for my 2002 Pathfinder from Nissan, windshield was $790 just glass. Called Glassmasters and it was $169 INSTALLED lol. No brainer which is mind boggling how cheap glass can be priced aftermarket.