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Discussion in '456/550/575' started by poljav, Nov 10, 2017.

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  1. poljav

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    #1 poljav, Nov 10, 2017
    I'm going to be looking at a set, of what I believe are OEM Bachetta wheels, is there a quick way to tell if indeed OEM or not? As far my research goes, Barchetta's were never replicated or "faked". Anyone knows differently please chime in. Sorry no pictures. I've seen the markings on the OEM pictures, but those are easily faked if indeed faked. Thanks in advance.
     
  2. surfwolf

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    #2 surfwolf, Nov 10, 2017
    Just look up the OEM Barchetta part numbers for front & rear wheels. They will be on the inside/backside of each wheel.
     
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    #3 G. Pepper, Nov 11, 2017
    You don't trust the seller? My 456M came with Barchetta wheels. Nobody has made copies, that I am aware of.
     
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    #4 henryr, Nov 11, 2017
    there are some chinese versions but i wouldnt say they are close... but then we are all ferrari enthusiasts... an newb might be tricked
     
  5. poljav

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    #5 poljav, Nov 11, 2017
    Will do exactly that.

    Its not that I don't trust, they might not know as well, price is really good, so even if not so good condition and if OEM, I'll definitely buy.

    That's what concerns me, I not sure I"ll be able to pick up on some of the small details in my excitement.

    Thanks guys. Much Appreciated. I am now more confident than yesterday. Off I go.
     
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    #6 tazandjan, Nov 11, 2017
    On the Chinese Modular Wheels that look like 550/575 modulars, widths are 7.5" and 10" and they are 19" wheels. Real 550 modulars are 18" and 8.5" F, 10.5" R. Plus the bolts for the modular piece on the outside of the Chinese wheels are fake. You should be able to spot them pretty easily.
     
  7. poljav

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    #7 poljav, Nov 11, 2017
    Good to know. Thanks Terry. The wheels are 8.5 and 10.5 and have all the correct markings. I'll post pictures once I get them cleaned up.
     
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