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Old 08-13-14, 07:24 PM
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Default How to tell if AC lip is real?

I bought a car with some mods already on, including an authentic Auto Couture front lip. I'm looking to replace the lip with something else. I took off the lip yesterday and I don't see any insignia. Here's what I was told from the seller: "the lip is a legit auto couture lip, the guy I purchased it from got it when it came out in 09 from carson toyota/lexus there were no replicas around at the time."
I'm looking to sell the lip so I need to make sure the buyer gets the correct info. Thanks.
Old 08-13-14, 09:11 PM
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A picture would help that way other members who have the real lip can give you an answer.
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Authentic AutoCouture front lips should have a sticker that can be affixed to the top part of the lip. What I have noticed is that when using a pressure washer or even a hose, the sticker loses its adhesive and eventually falls off. I haven't seen replica AutoCouture lips, but the fitment should be pretty tight/spot on. Taking it off after a substantial amount of time on the front bumper itself will eventually cause cracking or scratching of the lip and/or bumper, so definitely be careful when removing. There's only a handful of AutoCouture IS F lips out there, so keep that in mind when looking for a different front lip for the F.
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Old 08-14-14, 11:20 PM
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If you purchased that particular car, I'm pretty sure it's authentic. The owner before is really big on authenticity, and he definitely takes time to get the right parts.
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Looks real.
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It's real. The mounting holes are exactly where mine is and mine is authentic
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How much are you looking to let it go for? PM me
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