Subaru GL: repair or replace?

Auto Glass Estimator’s latest Subaru GL windshield quotes ran $243–$352 across 10 windshield quotes (September 2026). A 1987 Subaru GL 4 Door Station Wagon drew the top quote ($352) and a 1988 Subaru GL 4 Door Station Wagon the lowest ($243). Updated September 2026.

What changes the price for a Subaru GL

• OEM vs. aftermarket glass. Aftermarket windshields are usually the cheaper option for a GL; what OEM, OEE and aftermarket glass actually cost shows the typical gap.
• Body style. Different body styles use different glass: in the recent quotes, 4 Door Station Wagon versions were quoted $243–$352 and 4 Door Sedan versions $246–$299.

Recent Subaru GL windshield replacement estimates

Subaru GL: repair or replace?

A chip smaller than a quarter or a crack shorter than about three inches can usually be repaired — faster and far cheaper than a full replacement. Replacement is the safer choice when the damage is longer than a dollar bill, sits in the driver’s line of sight, reaches the edge of the glass (which weakens the whole windshield), or goes through both layers. A qualified shop can confirm which option your Subaru GL qualifies for.

Does insurance cover a Subaru GL windshield?

Whether insurance covers your Subaru GL windshield depends on your comprehensive coverage and deductible. A few states require insurers to waive the glass deductible entirely, and some insurers waive it for small chip repairs. See our guides to states with zero deductible for comprehensive glass claims and states with glass endorsement coverage to check the rules in your state.

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