Brabus wheels, genuine vs. fake, how to tell?
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Brabus wheels, genuine vs. fake, how to tell?
Hi guys,
I bought my car recently, and along came with a set of black 18" brabus mono V rims.
I dont really like it, and have got new rims already, so I would like to sell these. But after reading posts from other users, how can i tell, if the wheels are genuine, or fake? Why i ask is because I dont want to post a for sale thread, and then later on people tell me that the wheels are fake, or vice versa. So if I know before hand, then I wont seem like a cheat.
Thanks. I'll try to take pictures when i have a chance.
Regards,
I bought my car recently, and along came with a set of black 18" brabus mono V rims.
I dont really like it, and have got new rims already, so I would like to sell these. But after reading posts from other users, how can i tell, if the wheels are genuine, or fake? Why i ask is because I dont want to post a for sale thread, and then later on people tell me that the wheels are fake, or vice versa. So if I know before hand, then I wont seem like a cheat.
Thanks. I'll try to take pictures when i have a chance.
Regards,
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They have the brabus on the rim, but its protruding so its not really a stamp, you feel it coming out. Also behind the rim it says made in germany and a model number. But mainly if the rim doesn't say BRABUS on the side, then it is not genuine
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Those are real BRABUS for sure (drop step lip). Do not let those go for less than $1500.
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I do not think they are authentic. Real Brabus wheels have Brabus stamp or raised letters on the opposite side of the valve. In addition, the valve is not in the same line as the rest of the bolts.
The other thing is that Brabus wheels have stamps or raised letters on the front of the wheel. In addition, they are stamped on the back of the face of the wheel "Brabus, Monoblock V, the model number and Made in Germany". Basically, if you have to ask, they are not real.
The other thing is that Brabus wheels have stamps or raised letters on the front of the wheel. In addition, they are stamped on the back of the face of the wheel "Brabus, Monoblock V, the model number and Made in Germany". Basically, if you have to ask, they are not real.
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I do not think they are authentic. Real Brabus wheels have Brabus stamp or raised letters on the opposite side of the valve. In addition, the valve is not in the same line as the rest of the bolts.
The other thing is that Brabus wheels have stamps or raised letters on the front of the wheel. In addition, they are stamped on the back of the face of the wheel "Brabus, Monoblock V, the model number and Made in Germany". Basically, if you have to ask, they are not real.
The other thing is that Brabus wheels have stamps or raised letters on the front of the wheel. In addition, they are stamped on the back of the face of the wheel "Brabus, Monoblock V, the model number and Made in Germany". Basically, if you have to ask, they are not real.
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guys,
THanks for your inputs. I was just unsure as to the authenticity of these rims. Last thing I want to do is sell a fake rim as a genuine one.
OCKlasse,
please let me know, i sent you a PM, if you hadany ideas for these rims.
Thanks
THanks for your inputs. I was just unsure as to the authenticity of these rims. Last thing I want to do is sell a fake rim as a genuine one.
OCKlasse,
please let me know, i sent you a PM, if you hadany ideas for these rims.
Thanks
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I worked for Brabus for many years and those generation wheels were knocked off along with the Mono 6 (VI) which was also heavily knocked off.
The part number for the wheels that are 2pc with the assembly rivets on the Mono V (5) would have the part number stamped in the inner rim edge reading 522-858-35 or 522-958-35 for 18" staggered, or 522-859-35 early production 19's, and 522-859-45 for later production...same stamp with 959 for the 9.5 rears. They also made a 10x19 that was 522-009-35. If they are 1pc no rivets, they only came in 18" which was 512-858-35, and 512-958-35. The Mono VI (6) was the same numbers with just a 6 instead of a 5.
Hope this info is useful for sellers and buyers on the used wheel market.
Jim
The part number for the wheels that are 2pc with the assembly rivets on the Mono V (5) would have the part number stamped in the inner rim edge reading 522-858-35 or 522-958-35 for 18" staggered, or 522-859-35 early production 19's, and 522-859-45 for later production...same stamp with 959 for the 9.5 rears. They also made a 10x19 that was 522-009-35. If they are 1pc no rivets, they only came in 18" which was 512-858-35, and 512-958-35. The Mono VI (6) was the same numbers with just a 6 instead of a 5.
Hope this info is useful for sellers and buyers on the used wheel market.
Jim
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I worked for Brabus for many years and those generation wheels were knocked off along with the Mono 6 (VI) which was also heavily knocked off.
The part number for the wheels that are 2pc with the assembly rivets on the Mono V (5) would have the part number stamped in the inner rim edge reading 522-858-35 or 522-958-35 for 18" staggered, or 522-859-35 early production 19's, and 522-859-45 for later production...same stamp with 959 for the 9.5 rears. They also made a 10x19 that was 522-009-35. If they are 1pc no rivets, they only came in 18" which was 512-858-35, and 512-958-35. The Mono VI (6) was the same numbers with just a 6 instead of a 5.
Hope this info is useful for sellers and buyers on the used wheel market.
Jim
The part number for the wheels that are 2pc with the assembly rivets on the Mono V (5) would have the part number stamped in the inner rim edge reading 522-858-35 or 522-958-35 for 18" staggered, or 522-859-35 early production 19's, and 522-859-45 for later production...same stamp with 959 for the 9.5 rears. They also made a 10x19 that was 522-009-35. If they are 1pc no rivets, they only came in 18" which was 512-858-35, and 512-958-35. The Mono VI (6) was the same numbers with just a 6 instead of a 5.
Hope this info is useful for sellers and buyers on the used wheel market.
Jim
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Yes, sorry I should have mentioned that as well. The first gen 20" wheels were the 522-950-37, and the later gen wheels were 522-950-45.
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
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Yes, sorry I should have mentioned that as well. The first gen 20" wheels were the 522-950-37, and the later gen wheels were 522-950-45.
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
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No problem!
I guess I should also mention the recommended tires were the 255/35-20, and I think Michelin did a 265/35-20, but the 255 was pretty common and the best fit all the way around.
Jim
I guess I should also mention the recommended tires were the 255/35-20, and I think Michelin did a 265/35-20, but the 255 was pretty common and the best fit all the way around.
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Are these real?!?
Yes, sorry I should have mentioned that as well. The first gen 20" wheels were the 522-950-37, and the later gen wheels were 522-950-45.
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
Mono VI (6) wheels had also started being produced with a multiple size range, 622-900-40, 622-950-45, 622-050-35, 622-859-45, 622-959-45, 622-009-35. 622-858-35, 622-958-35.
The mono V (5) 20 never ended up having any staggered 20" wheels, just the 9.5x20.
Hope this helps.
Jim
Hey Jim,
if you’re still out there please help!!!
Are these real??
BRABU ??? Stamp is worn away or incomplete.
Part numbers seem legit.
I just don’t know. Thank you.
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They're legit, just chrome plated, that's why the lettering looks warn away, that happened during the polish process to get them chrome plated. Honestly I would steeri clear of chrome wheels, the plating process compromises the integrity and strength of the wheels. Hope this helps.
