OEM Wheel Center Question

I recently received a set of OEM wheel centers to replace the ones that came on my '05. I believe they were original, but the two fronts were a bit cracked and one rear was looking a little worse for wear as well. However, I noticed that the shade of yellow on the new ones is a bit darker. Is this normal, or did the originals fade?

The car only has 9600 miles, and from what I gather, hasn't spent much time sitting in the sun (still looks/smells new inside). The one on the left came on the car, the one on the right is the new one (PN# 226245):
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I almost forgot to mention something... there was another thread where people were talking about re-using the rubber o-ring - transferring them from the old center caps to the new ones. However, it was my experience that the o-ring is too thick to allow the new caps to snap in securely, so I left them off. The two versions also have a slightly different design on the back.

 

My picture just isn't that good. The detail on the cavallino is the same on the new ones, which I bought from YOU 🙂

 

I think the horse looks like it's gained weight (newer version) because the chrome edging is thicker and brighter, and thus reflects the black from the horse itself more.
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So, is there a good source for used parts for these cars somewhere? I'd prefer to get the older style ones that look a bit faded in comparison to the new ones. That way, they would match the shields and hood emblem too.

 

You do know that Eurospares has the original-style one (PN 108947) in stock, right? I ordered a set yesterday along with a set of the silver ones with the raised chrome horse.

 

I am having difficulty with my eurospares ordes. They keep telling me my Visa card is declining the sale and my credit card company insists the issue is on eurospare's end.

 

Been there, done that (3 times)! They keep telling me that Eurospares charges for the total the. Rescinds the same amount. The. When I email James Cottrell at eurospares, he tells me the bank is declining the charge. Frustrating to no end.

 

Finally got my order with Eurospares to go through (had to use a different card... keep away from Amazon Visa card by Chase Card Services). Anyway, in addition to the original 'paler yellow' caps, I ordered a set of the silver painted ones with the raised horse emblem in chrome. I thought they might look classy. Anybody have these installed? If so, I'd like to see pics

 

Not sure about the "/A", but maybe? All I know is, I talked to James Cottrell there and he assured me they were remaining original 10+ year old stock (brand new though). 2 of my current set are in good shape, one is slightly cracked, and the fourth one looks as though it was bashed with a mallet by some ignoramus who didn't know they merely press in with the fingers!