Customer Reviews

Basix Magic Jumbo Sunshade (Styles May Vary)

5 star:		(19)
4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(6)

 

 

I got these sunshades because I used to have similar ones back in the 90's and I loved them. The accordion shade I have now is cumbersome to fold inside a small car (in this case a Honda Civic), and I remembered the little oval ones being easier to collapse. Plus, they fit in the pocket in the driver door - whereas the accordion type has to be maneuvered into the rear floorboard.

The fabric in THESE shades is more like a type of tinfoil than fabric. Anywhere it wrinkles it creases and the metallic coating starts to flake away. Without the metallic coating, the screen blocks no light at all - making the shades increasingly ineffective. They should have skipped the metallic coating, used instead a thicker material - perhaps block out lining material like they use in curtains?

Anyway - not worth the $$$, even at just $8. My $4 old accordion shade is more effective.

I ordered these because the page suggested they would be the aluminized reflective shades, but what came was the nonreflecting plasticized cloth shades. They are much hotter (but durable), and you can get them at any auto parts store. "Styles May Vary" should really say "Product May Vary", since a "Style" would be some printing, slogan or pattern on the shade.

So I went to Wal Mart and found them on the shelf. Apparently there is no indication on the package which kind it contains, so you have to visually inspect it before buying. In any case, the reflective sheet is very fragile, so that may be why they are so hard to find. I actually reinforce them around the edge with clear tape, then they last about 3 years.

This windshield shade was exactly what I was looking for and has provided an easy and effected way to shade my cars windshield by blocking the sun and reducing the temperature in my car on hot days.

Seems to keep the car cooler but am having trouble in how to fold it up (didn't come with instructions).

This item is great for keeping the sun out of your car. It can be adjusted to fit any window or open area. When finished, it is light-weight and easy to fold and put away.I bought one for myself and one for a friend, and she loves hers too. We both drive suvs so covering the windows can be difficult. But not with the Jumbo Sunshade!If you need protection from the sun for your car or truck, this is it!

I am satisfied with this product because it works on my car, a Honda Fit. It is easy to fold and covers the entire windshield. It has a good reflective surface and the two piece design allows for more flexibility in obtaining the proper shade.

Ordered 3 of the windshield sunshades and one of them has a worn-out hole in the cloth covering the wired edge. Considering that I've only been in possession of this sunshade for a month or so at the most...not too happy that it's ripped on one of the edges already.

I ordered these sunshades for use in my 98 Saturn SL2. The listing says that styles may vary. From reading the reviews, it looks like you could receive one made of either nylon or a mylar-like type material.

My old ones were made of the mylar-like type material. They did last pretty long (2-3 years). Once they started to deteriorate, they began to tear and the silver metallic-like material started flaking off and leaving a mess inside of my vehicle.

The ones I received were made of nylon. They appear to be sturdier than the mylar-like ones and looks like they should last longer. Only time will tell, but for the time being I'm very happy with these sunshades and they work just great.

I replaced a 10 yr old sun shade with Basic. The old one was connected and bit unwieldy. The TWO independent shades are much easier to use and can be adjusted nicely for my Honda accord. I just ordered another set for my Taurus station wagon.

Folding is very tricky - you're supposed to be able to fold and roll them up but they just bend, and then they don't fit flatly against the windshield any more. Right into garbage after one use. Honestly I'm a careful and meticulous guy and these are just hopeless. So much so that I'm driven to write my first review ever.