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Old 07-08-2011, 03:19 PM
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I am looking to buy a set of replacement center caps for the car and had no idea its so confusing. What looks to be OEM are the two types with the same plastic back. One with a circle and one without as pictured.
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Mine have always had the one with the crest and the grooved circle around it.
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Porsche sells both types, so the answer is yes
Old 07-08-2011, 03:23 PM
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This is the "Made in China" replica to avoid right because of the only metal spot weld in the center which holds the cap and it always fall off.
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Mine came with the grooved ring on the center caps from the factory. I replaced them with the newer style, and I think it looks good.
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This is such a scam. You can buy salvaged pieces on ebay for as cheap as $21.95 per piece to $300 for the set of 4. I just want some center caps and its friggin driving me crazy..
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I ordered mine from Sunset Imports.
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Originally Posted by Dennis C
I ordered mine from Sunset Imports.
Bingo! Too many crappy used and Chinese versions to not just spend the money and get new real ones.

Mine were a Christmas present
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Originally Posted by LVDell
Mine have always had the one with the crest and the grooved circle around it.
Me, too.



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