OEM Front Fenders
Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2017 5:43 pm
What is the difference between OEM and after market front fenders. Were OEM built in Italy?
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They certainly are. I purchased these two for $300.00.Jeroen wrote:Keep us posted! But with the prices of oem parts being increased almost every month, oem prices are really getting out of hand.
Not a problem. I thought perhaps you were. I was able to determine that E 21 fenders manufactured in Italy are after market. They are the same gauge metal but do require a modification for the turn signal. OEM fenders are indeed manufactured in Germany.uwbuurman wrote:Thought you were talking about bumpers, my bad.
After more consulting with Walloth and Nesch I decided to buy the OEM front fender. Much more money, but should require less labor when installing. While the after market is the same gauge metal, it requires modification around the front turn signal. After 38 years of ownership it's going to the body shop on Monday for a complete body paint. The clear coat is entirely gone.runsub5 wrote:They certainly are. I purchased these two for $300.00.Jeroen wrote:Keep us posted! But with the prices of oem parts being increased almost every month, oem prices are really getting out of hand.
For the last 34 years I have driven the car only in the summer months. I replaced the rocker panels many years ago after driving the car in winter for the first 4 years of ownership.Jeroen wrote:Well if the clearcoat is your only issue, be very happy! Most of us here are fighting rust... everywhere!
And indeed, the oem ones are expensive but they fit best
I will try and take some photos tomorrow.uwbuurman wrote:Yeah, good decision! But, ehm, what about some nice pics of your project.
Very nice 323!! I am not familiar with a "type 1" polaris metallic paint? While my 4 cylinder is still fun to drive, your 6 must be wonderful. I am probably foolish putting so much money back in to it. I am just not able to part with it. I forgot to add picture of the lower front fender. Will do this shortly.uwbuurman wrote:Oh man, type 1 polaris!!! Cool. Here's mine.
Your e21 is due for a blowjob, indeed