Genuine?
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Genuine?
Take a look at the pic I posted. Are these original Porsche Fuchs wheels? If so, how much could they go for?
Peace all.
TG
Peace all.
TG
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I can't tell originals from repops without seeing the backsides...but if they are, ~$1000/pr (or more) these days to the right buyer (one for whom they're the correct diameter, width, offset & finish)
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You need to post better pics from closer up, and square on. However, I'll bet the rent the fronts are fake.
They appear to be 7 & 8 x 15s. If they were real, you can pick up a set of 4 for around $1k. Other sizes go for more, others for less.
They appear to be 7 & 8 x 15s. If they were real, you can pick up a set of 4 for around $1k. Other sizes go for more, others for less.
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Okay, this is the deal: This is a car I'm thinking of picking up. I don't know anything about Porsche Fuchs wheels, other than these at least LOOK like them. How do I tell by looking at the backside if they are genuine or not? If they are genuine how much could I SELL them for? If they are NOT genuine, same question... I could give a flying flip what they are "worth"; they are only worth what someone would pay for them. Thanks for any help.Bruce2 wrote:You need to post better pics from closer up, and square on. However, I'll bet the rent the fronts are fake.
They appear to be 7 & 8 x 15s. If they were real, you can pick up a set of 4 for around $1k. Other sizes go for more, others for less.
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Marc - so the part number on that page should be on the back of the wheel somewhere?
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Yes, or something similar (that's not a comprehensive listing).
Real Fuchs are forged, too (replicas are cast). The difference is evident when you see them side-by-side, but it's hard to describe.
Real Fuchs are forged, too (replicas are cast). The difference is evident when you see them side-by-side, but it's hard to describe.
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Thanks. I get the difference between cast and forged;Marc wrote:Yes, or something similar (that's not a comprehensive listing).
Real Fuchs are forged, too (replicas are cast). The difference is evident when you see them side-by-side, but it's hard to describe.
Cast - Bumpy on the back, if you look close you can see casting marks where the molten aluminum was poured into the mold.
Forged - Smooth with the grain marks evident when you get to the bare metal.
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They are "worth" what you can sell them for. Both Marc and I have answered this question.britegreenVWSB wrote:If they are genuine how much could I SELL them for? If they are NOT genuine, same question... I could give a flying flip what they are "worth"; they are only worth what someone would pay for them.Bruce2 wrote:You need to post better pics from closer up, and square on. However, I'll bet the rent the fronts are fake.
They appear to be 7 & 8 x 15s. If they were real, you can pick up a set of 4 for around $1k. Other sizes go for more, others for less.
If you post closer pics, I can tell you if they are fake.
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Exactly what I said. I wish I COULD post better pics. These are the only pics available. Thanks for the "come back".Bruce2 wrote:They are "worth" what you can sell them for. Both Marc and I have answered this question.britegreenVWSB wrote:If they are genuine how much could I SELL them for? If they are NOT genuine, same question... I could give a flying flip what they are "worth"; they are only worth what someone would pay for them.Bruce2 wrote:You need to post better pics from closer up, and square on. However, I'll bet the rent the fronts are fake.
They appear to be 7 & 8 x 15s. If they were real, you can pick up a set of 4 for around $1k. Other sizes go for more, others for less.
If you post closer pics, I can tell you if they are fake.
TG