How to distinguish a fake spare part from a real one if they look the same

  • Dec 14, 2020
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 How to distinguish a fake spare part from a real one if they are outwardly the same.
How to distinguish a fake spare part from a real one if they are outwardly the same.

Demand creates supply. And the offer does not always consist of quality products. Moreover, outright fakes may appear on the market. This state of affairs is best seen in the automotive aftermarket. So it would not be superfluous to be able to distinguish a fake part from a real part. How to figure it out if the parts are outwardly indistinguishable.

Many parts are counterfeited today. / Photo: youtube.com.
Many parts are counterfeited today. / Photo: youtube.com.

Even an experienced auto mechanic will not always be able to distinguish an outwardly part made by an official manufacturer from a fake. What can we say about ordinary motorists who go to the market only when once again there is a need to repair their car. A significant part of counterfeit products today is made in Asian countries, according to good tradition - still in China. And this is where the fun begins.

It is necessary to compare the packaging. / Photo: drive2.ru.

The fact is that modern production equipment allows not only making spare parts very similar to the original. Modern "basement" technology can produce parts that outwardly very often look more solid and accurate than real ones. Of course, this does not mean that counterfeit products will work well for a long time. First of all, because the materials chosen for its production do not always meet not only the requirements of the quality level, but also the technical parameters.

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More often than not, fake ones look better. / Photo: yandex.tm.

There are three main things that distinguish a counterfeit part from a real one. The first is the serial number. As a rule, it is much more difficult on fakes than on the original ones. Everything in order to "give solidity" to the spare part. The second important point is packaging. If sellers of fake engine oil are primarily trying to make beautiful packaging, then the creators counterfeit spare parts are primarily concerned with their appearance, but the quality of packaging neglected.

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Price is also important.

Finally, the third important point, which is the most telling one, is the price. Before you buy a part for a car, punch it through several sources (from several sellers). Compare prices and everything will become clear very quickly. An original part from an official manufacturer or partner will never cost less than the average market price.

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