[Junior Guru]

I wonder how much $$ to replace the glass portion of front? I would assume small chips could be repaired like in a windshield?

If and that's a big IF, the glass lasts a reasonable time, is easily repairable when in does get chipped, and it is a relatively low cost replacement vs duration of use, then maybe it's a great way to keep the front end looking new vs paint. I know my 2003 was beat up pretty good in the front and the cost to repair in my opinion was too much.

If could be a great idea or an expensive experiment. Bills right. Only time will tell.