• What is a personalised windscreen shade?

    Each Autentici® Durum Umbra has been designed, engineered, and meticulously tailored to the nuances of each model’s shapes and elements, guaranteeing a flawless fit. With its array of colours and multitude of combinations, every Autentici® Durum Umbra acquires a distinctive identity, perfectly capturing the essence of both the car and its owner.

  • How does a windscreen shade protect the interior of a classic car?

    In each Autentici® Durum Umbra all the contours are perfectly adapted to the shape of the windscreen and the surrounding elements in each model, thus guaranteeing a flawless fit. This reduces the penetration of sunlight and harmful UV rays, shielding against fading and deterioration of upholstery materials such as leather, plastic, and fabric, while also preventing cracking and desiccation in materials like leather and wood.

  • What is the best accessory for protecting the interior of vintage cars from the sun?

    The best accessory for protecting the interior of vintage cars from the sun is the Autentici® Durum Umbra. Featuring a rigid aluminium structure, it is safeguarded by a first, outer layer of UV-shielding textile and a second, inner layer of technical foam, meticulously chosen for its superior thermal insulation properties. It offers comprehensive sun protection while safeguarding the pristine condition of the car's interior.

  • How can I protect the interior of my classic car from sun fading?

    The best way to protect the interior of your classic car is to use the Autentici® Durum Umbra while ensuring regular maintenance according to best practice, using products specifically tailored to each material and component.

  • What are the most effective materials for a windscreen shade?

    The Autentici® Durum Umbra features a tubular structure crafted entirely from high-quality aluminium, delivering both rigidity and durability, and is shaped with precision and mastery. This structure is protected by an outer textile layer, engineered for UV resistance. A second, inner layer of technical foam encases the structure, enhancing a sense of comfort and delivering superior thermal insulation thanks to its carefully selected properties. Highly resistant stitching, aligned with the highest standards of the automotive industry, ensures perfect cohesion and harmony throughout the ensemble, preserving the quality and elegance of the car’s interior components.

  • Why should I choose a custom windscreen shade for my classic car?

    Every contour of the Autentici® Durum Umbra is precisely tailored to the shape of the windscreen and the surrounding features of each model, ensuring a seamless fit. With bespoke customisation options available, each Autentici® Durum Umbra embodies a unique character, perfectly capturing the essence of both the car and its owner.

  • Do windscreen shades protect against UV rays?

    Absolutely! The Autentici® Durum Umbra features a rigid aluminium structure, enveloped in an outer layer of UV-resistant textile and an inner layer of technical foam, meticulously chosen for its superior thermal insulation.

  • How durable is an aluminium windscreen shade?

    The Autentici® Durum Umbra's aluminium chassis is crafted using cold-forming techniques, a traditional process that ensures outstanding durability and resilience. All textile materials are Oeko-tex certified, ensuring quality and sustainability. The 8-year warranty proves our commitment, and an Autentici® restoration centre is also available so that nothing is lost but everything is kept.

  • What are the benefits of a windscreen shade with a rigid structure?

    The Autentici® Durum Umbra incorporates a rigid structure, which prevents deformation caused by heat or handling (please refer to the user manual), expertly handcrafted with precision and attention to detail, ensuring uncompromising integrity and durability. This "chassis" is entirely built from aluminium, providing remarkable lightness.

  • How do I personalise the windscreen shade for my car?

    To personalise your Autentici® Durum Umbra, you have a wide range of colours and combinations available to perfectly match your desired style. The outer and inner faces of the textile outer layer, as well as the protective edge that gently caresses the area around the windscreen, are available in 113 colours and textures. The automotive quality threads that make up the folding seams and the Autentici® logo, embroidered on the outer face, are available in 58 shades, providing choices ranging from subtle tone-on-tone to striking contrasts. The interior face of the shade also accommodates space for information such as the car model, VIN, number plate, and even a personal message dedicated to the car or its owner.

  • What's the difference between a plain windscreen shade and a personalised one?

    It's the difference between an off-the-rack garment and a tailor-made suit. Each Autentici® Durum Umbra has been designed, engineered and built considering the unique shapes and elements of each car model, thus guaranteeing a perfect and precise fit. It is in the variety of colours and the multitude of combinations available that each Autentici® Durum Umbra acquires an exclusive personality, perfectly aligned with the characteristics of the car and its owner.

  • How does a windscreen shade extend the life of a car interior?

    Direct exposure to the sun can damage car interiors due to the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It’s important to note that 70 to 90% of sun exposure happens through the windscreen, owing to its size and angle, which varies from model to model. Moreover, most components are located beneath the windscreen, such as the dashboard, consoles, steering wheel, and all the smaller elements that make them up.

    Therefore, enjoy an unparalleled driving experience, surrounded by all the meticulously preserved details with the Autentici® Durum Umbra.

  • Why do classic cars need extra protection from the sun?

    Classic cars typically lack UV protection on their windows or components. As a result, direct exposure and heat can lead to colour fading, degradation of materials (leather, vinyl, wood, plastic, Bakelite, or fabric), cracking, and drying out. Some of these components can be worth thousands of euros and, in some cases, may be irreparable. Combining style and practicality, the Autentici® Durum Umbra is not only a durable and effective solution but also adds elegance and personality to your machine.

  • How much does a personalised windscreen shade for classic cars cost?

    The price of a custom windscreen shade depends on the level of customisation and the size of the windscreen. The Autentici® Durum Umbra is a premium product, crafted to deliver the best in protection and style, with the investment reflecting its durability and exclusivity.

  • How does the windscreen shade protect leather upholstery?

    All the contours of the Autentici® Durum Umbra are perfectly adapted to the shape of the windscreen and the surrounding elements in each model, ensuring a perfect and precise fit. This precise fit, along with the highly UV-resistant materials, blocks direct sun and heat exposure, preventing the leather upholstery from drying out, cracking, or fading. Preserving the integrity of the upholstery is essential for maintaining the value and aesthetics of the classic car's interior.

  • Are aluminium windscreen shades light and easy to install?

    Yes! The Autentici® Durum Umbra features a rigid aluminium structure that is not only exceptionally lightweight and durable, but also very easy to install. Its design ensures that any owner can effortlessly place and remove it.

  • How do I choose the right colour for my car's windscreen shade?

    Car designers have defined the shape, lines, and colours available for each model, and it's up to the owners to choose the combination that suits them best. Similarly, you'll have access to a wide range of colours and combinations to perfectly match your desired style. With the Autentici® Durum Umbra, elevate the comfort, personality, and sophistication of your car, making it even more of an extension of your own lifestyle. When applied, it enhances the beauty and individuality of your vehicle-whether reinforcing the exterior's hue, highlighting the interior's tones, provoking others with challenging contrasts, or evoking the brand's heritage. This makes every moment, when you approach and appreciate your car’s details, truly special. Designed to extend the lifespan of your car's interior elements, keeping the cabin in pristine condition for longer, the Autentici® Durum Umbra is also a statement of taste and elegance, allowing you to express yourself in a unique and distinctive way.

  • Can I give a personalised windscreen shade as a present?

    Yes, the Autentici® Durum Umbra is the perfect gift for classic car enthusiasts. With the option for personalisation, you can create a unique and exclusive present that reflects the recipient's style while offering practical, long-lasting protection.

  • What is a custom-made windscreen shade?

    The Autentici® Durum Umbra is the most charming car accessory. Designed, engineered, and crafted with the unique shapes and features of each car model in mind, it is intended to protect the interior of your vehicle from both direct and indirect heat, standing out with its exclusive and original rigid structure. With a wide range of customisation options available, each Autentici® Durum Umbra is special, reflecting the individual style of both the car and its owner.

  • What impact does the sun have on classic cars without adequate protection?

    Rain can destroy the bodywork and the sun the interior of the car. Direct exposure to the sun can harm cars due to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Classic cars usually lack UV protection in their windows or components. As a result, direct exposure and heat lead to fading colours, degradation of materials (leather, vinyl, wood, plastic, Bakelite, or fabric), cracking, and drying out. Some of these components can be worth thousands of euros and, in some cases, are irreparable. Combining style and practicality, the Autentici® Durum Umbra is not only a practical and long-lasting solution but also adds elegance and personality to your vehicle.

  • Is the Autentici® Durum Umbra entirely handmade?

    Yes, in the sense that both the internal tubular structure and the fabric cutting and stitching are done without any use of automation or robotics.

  • Is the production and materials of the Autentici® Durum Umbra environmentally friendly?

    Yes. Each material has been carefully selected, balancing a commitment to the history of the automotive industry with environmental preservation. The aluminium chassis is cold-formed using classic techniques, ensuring exceptional durability and strength. There are no welds or adhesives, thus reducing energy consumption and eliminating the need for chemicals. All textile materials are Oeko-Tex certified, guaranteeing quality and sustainability.

  • Should I wait until summer to order my Autentici® Durum Umbra?

    No! The handcrafted nature of its creation can affect both the quantity and production times. Therefore, to ensure on-time delivery, we recommend avoiding orders during the warmer months, as delivery times may be longer due to high demand.

  • How is my Autentici® Durum Umbra shipped?

    Your Autentici® Durum Umbra will be shipped via the most suitable transport service for your country. We will ensure you're kept informed every step of the way.
    For full details on shipping, please refer to the “Shipping and Returns Policy” menu.

  • Can I track my order?

    Yes. Once your order is registered  by our services, you will receive your Autentici® Durum Umbra serial number (Type). After we hand over your parcel to the courier, we will send you the tracking link and/or number by email, which will be updated by the courier's system as the parcel makes its way to your selected address.
    For full details on shipping, please refer to the “Shipping and Returns Policy” menu.

  • How is the delivery made if I'm not there?

    This process may vary slightly depending on the carrier. Generally, once you receive a notification from the designated carrier, you will be able to adjust the delivery details to a time that is more convenient for you.
    For full details on shipping, please refer to the “Shipping and Returns Policy” menu.