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Which rear roof spoiler to buy?

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Old 12-05-08, 11:06 AM
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christ,
for wheels and something that require functional strength, knockoffs suck. but for spoilers and crap, as long as the fitment is fine, who cares. I have a replica trunk spoiler that fits perfectly, and I saved a few hundred... works for me.
Old 12-05-08, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by iSuxeL
Go JDM or go home! No knock off's please
true that !!!!
Old 12-05-08, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by isthrizzy
christ,
for wheels and something that require functional strength, knockoffs suck. but for spoilers and crap, as long as the fitment is fine, who cares. I have a replica trunk spoiler that fits perfectly, and I saved a few hundred... works for me.
Yeah, I could care less about getting a Lexon spoiler versus an eBay knockoff. Spending $621 just for the name is pretty silly.

Does anyone have any close-up pics, or just better pics in general, or your roof spoiler?

Do most of the spoilers have this shape (ebay link)? I thought I'd seen one that's a little different, but I can't find it online anymore.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-...1%7C240%3A1318
Old 12-05-08, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 05LSV
Yeah, I could care less about getting a Lexon spoiler versus an eBay knockoff. Spending $621 just for the name is pretty silly.

+1 from other non lexus owner's perspective, all spoilers just looks the same..
Old 12-05-08, 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Muggy
+1 from other non lexus owner's perspective, all spoilers just looks the same..
On that note, I'll skip it.
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play it safe... can't go wrong with OEM :P
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there is no OEM roof spoiler
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oh whoops LOL
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knock off of what? the roof spoiler is aftermarket nonetheless and who cares who makes it as long as it fits correctly. i purchased mine off ebay painted to the correct color code for less than 200. put it on and it's perfect.
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the ever ending name brand vs. non.

One can buy a GENUINE product
One can but a "knockoff"

Whatever fits your preference. Esp.car parts. People can easily tell more of fake handbags/clothes than car parts...

get a knockoff spoiler drive around wearing a genuine Hugo Boss suit from the rest of your money you saved from the piece of plastic. unless this is you buy a knock off suit!

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Old 12-05-08, 02:17 PM
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Is the spoiler made in China, like so many knockoffs?
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not sure...thanks for the feedback everybody.

anyone with some good close-up pics of their rear roof spoiler (installed) that would be great.
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anyone know where can I get the knockoff version of the Lexon roof spoiler
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Sorry but I can tell knock off car parts almost as soon as I see them. I guess I have to go to Pep Boys and get new exhaust tips
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Originally Posted by IS-SV
Is the spoiler made in China, like so many knockoffs?
Not all knockoffs come from china.. Thailand exports it to us..


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