Bob Jane, Genuine or Replicas?

[GIB-8]

Hey guys, just bought set of Enkei Monza From Bob Jane, for 275 a piece. I find this relatively cheap, does this mean it is a replica? How would we know if it's genuine or replica? Thanks

[rayray086]

This is different with all wheel brands but some may have an embossed stamp of the brand or a sticker on the inside of the wheel listing the brand, its size etc.

I've found that most Japanese wheels (Enkei, Work etc.) are affixed with a sticker inside the wheel whereas European wheels (OZ Racing, BBS etc) have their logos and specs embossed on to the actual wheel. This is just a big generalisation though - you will see the opposite occurring with other brands.

[Manaz]

If they were sold to you as Enkei rims and they're not, Bob Jane could be in serious trouble (trade practices act forbids passing off replicas as the real thing). You could give them a call and ask them to confirm the legitimacy if you want.

Why are you worried about it after you paid it? If you're happy with the design of the wheels and the price you paid, does it actually matter if they're reps or the real thing (as long as they're of a sufficent strength to be structurally sound)?

[Mika]

They will be genuine.

Enkei also should have the logo embossed somewhere on the wheel. or a QC/spec sticker on the inside.

[GIB-8]

Thanks guys, so, just a check on the sticker in the rims to confirm the Genuinity? I've called them and asked they said, as much as they know it is genuine as their supplier gets the goods directly from japan.

Manaz: It doesn't really matter to me actually as long as it is lightweight and solid as a proper Enkei should be . But thanks for the tips.

[Mika]

Thanks guys, so, just a check on the sticker in the rims to confirm the Genuinity? I've called them and asked they said, as much as they know it is genuine as their supplier gets the goods directly from japan.

Manaz: It doesn't really matter to me actually as long as it is lightweight and solid as a proper Enkei should be . But thanks for the tips.

Enkei make all kinds of wheels for factory fitment, race, street, etc., so they're not all necessarily light weight if they're enkei.

If you know the wheel model and dimensions, you can check the corresponding weight here:
http://www.wheelweights.net/

[chris.]

i love wheels

[dylan8]

i love wheels

Doesnt everyone? haha

[GIB-8]

Hey guys, it turns out the Enkei's didn't fit. But I got offered quite a good deal on a set of OZ racing wheels UK edition for 415 a piece. I turned them down, but if anyone's interested, Give them a ring; 0395684366 and look for Brad. Great race rims, weighs about 8 kg a piece.
http://www.ozracing.co.uk/OZRange.htm
Looks similar to the superlaggera III forged.

[VWindahouse]

I don't suppose that includes shipping to OZ??