Back Glass Replacement for the 2012-2019 Fiat 500 Abarth and Cabrio
If you drive a Fiat 500 Abarth or Cabrio from the 2012 to 2019 lineup, you already know it is a fun, punchy little car. But when that back glass shatters, it turns into a massive headache almost instantly. Because of the compact cabin and the specific mechanics of the Cabrio's top, getting all that broken glass out and putting a new window in is not a rookie job. I have replaced plenty of these in my time turning wrenches, and doing it right means paying close attention to the details.
Mobile Service Right to Your Driveway
Driving a car with a blown-out rear window is loud, cold, and unsafe. You do not need to drag it across town to a shop. We bring our mobile auto glass setup directly to you. Whether you are parked at home in Vaughan, stuck at work in Richmond Hill, or running errands out in Markham, we cover the entire Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with fully equipped vans so you can leave the car exactly where it sits.
How I Handle the Replacement Process
The back hatch on the Abarth and the rear section of the Cabrio require a careful hand. Here is exactly how we get the job done in the field:
- Protecting the Interior: First things first, we lay down heavy drop cloths. Tempered glass explodes into thousands of pieces and gets everywhere in a tiny Fiat. We thoroughly vacuum the seats, the trunk pan, and deep inside the tailgate panel so you do not find stray glass shards months down the road.
- Removal: I carefully cut out the remaining glass chunks and trim back the old factory urethane down to the pinch weld. I always take my time here to make sure the vehicle's paint stays completely intact.
- Surface Cleaning and Primer: We clean the metal frame with specialized solvents. Any exposed bare metal gets a solid coat of high-grade glass primer. This stops rust dead in its tracks and gives the new adhesive a strong, clean surface to bite into.
- Applying High-Quality Adhesive: We run a thick, consistent bead of premium, fast-curing automotive urethane and set the new back glass perfectly into place.
- Final Checks: We hook up your rear defroster lines, test the connections, and tape the glass down while the glue cures so the final seal is completely watertight.
Get Back on the Road with AlexWindshield
When you need your Fiat fixed, you want a technician who actually knows the quirks of the car. At AlexWindshield, we pride ourselves on honest, expert work without the runaround. Every piece of glass we install comes backed by our Lifetime Warranty against leaks, whistling, and wind noise. If you are in the GTA and need your Abarth or Cabrio sorted out, reach out to us and we will get your ride back in shape.