Allright folks, everything I said above is now NULL and Void, because it turns out the state inspection just recently added tint inspection... Since my last inspection was before the tint law, I never had problems, so I don't want anyone to expect their dealer to pass inspection I thought it's all fair that I come back and post.
Here:
Window tint testing has recently been added to the annual vehicle inspection process
https://dmv.ny.gov/registration/tinted-windows
Incredible, they also will NOT allow rear tints on sedans either.. SUVs are safe.
The reason for tint law seems to be that they want cops to be able to see inside.. Why can't they require them to roll the windows down during a routine stop? Makes no sense to me. They should require car manufacturers to have auto roll down from driver instead..
Just another reason to move out of NY honestly.. Luckily we have SUVs so we are good.