Cusco Front Lip Ripoff??? What do you think???

JDM_WRX_FREAK · 10-20-2009, 03:12 AM

So I am looking for a Cusco Front Lip for my 05 WRX and sort of stumbled onto this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/04-05...Q5fAccessories
I don't know if this **** is LEGIT, or if anyone ever bought it from this seller on EBAY cause this person has Calitri-Boost SICK A$$ Subie on there and other peoples Subies that I have seen on here on NASIOC so what do y'all think of this, is it LEGIT? Anyone know where I can find a good site that sells the Original Cusco Front Lip?

JDM_WRX_FREAK · 10-20-2009, 03:14 AM

I know this is not the exact thread to put on this but oh well

SIBzzz · 10-20-2009, 03:16 AM

damn noob

GDB FAN · 10-20-2009, 04:20 AM

Someone has posted about this before. IIRC the guy had an account on here. (non-vendor)

For $130 I've give it a shot.

C89ZX7R · 10-20-2009, 04:25 AM

SEARCH SEARCH SEARCH....... I know the replica cusco review threads are on here because I just gave someone the link!!!!

TimeAtk · 10-20-2009, 04:32 AM

i heard the replicas fit just fine and look pretty damn close... plus its poly-u perfect for lips

ipang1988 · 10-20-2009, 04:36 AM

And I saw calitri-boost's car is there, haha

deuce189 · 10-20-2009, 11:24 AM

I typed in "Replica Cusco Reviews" couldn't find ****!

I've seen
same the same eBay lip as well, I've been in the market for a Cusco front and that just seems to good to be true to be perfect.

bae · 10-20-2009, 11:31 AM

here is my cusco replica. hope this helps.
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1832569

i bought the first version that they made and the fitment was pretty tight.
supposedly they use a new urethane now to guarantee to the fitment to be perfect.

deuce189 · 10-20-2009, 11:56 AM

I just found the ebay link, i wonder if like you said it's the better batch. Sucks not being able to inspect it before buying. They got a video of a some dude smacking it with hammer haha.

Item number: 200390002588

JDM_WRX_FREAK · 10-20-2009, 11:58 AM

did you buy yours from this same person on ebay?

bae · 10-20-2009, 12:28 PM

i bought mine off a member here but i believe he got it from the ebay vendor.

bae · 10-20-2009, 12:29 PM

i dont know how well the new one is made but if you have the time to body, sand, primer, and paint the lip then it'll def save you money than buying an authentic one.

vtecTHIS · 10-20-2009, 01:27 PM

god damn it. first my rear spats, then my rims, now my lip

boricuajr · 11-07-2009, 12:15 PM

i know there was a replica group buy at one time a long time ago
however some of the pics used on the ebay thread
are members here who have the Legit Cusco lip.

Rykenma · 11-07-2009, 12:32 PM

I'm planning to buy this

Replica or not...I could care less. The lip is most likely gonna get damaged along the way lol. I'd rather pay $150+S/H then whatever it is for the real one ($450 or something?). In the end, no one will really know (unless you tell them of course). And I've seen it on other people's cars, looks just fine!

Looks great with a wingless car too!

jshahin · 11-07-2009, 12:54 PM

LOL, I'm fairly sure that's calitrboost's wrx from vegas. LOL

AlbanianImpreza · 11-07-2009, 01:20 PM

hey thats Calitri boosts car

nhat · 11-07-2009, 01:23 PM

their first run was paper thin and sucked. what they're advertising now is their 2nd version which is supposedly thicker and sturdier.

Verdugo · 11-07-2009, 01:58 PM

**** replicas, especially body part ones. And if I was Calitri-Boost, I'd be pissed they were using my car on their ad for their crappy replica part, especially since I'm sure they didn't ask his permission to use his car for their ad. Replica body parts are the biggest poseur mods you can buy. Sure, the untrained and uneducated eye might not be able to tell the difference, but those who actually know will be able to tell easily when they see it in person.

I used to have replica body parts on my car, and they were all ****ty quality and/or broke easily. Ever since I got rid of those parts, I had absolutely zero problems, and I saved money on the paint and prep costs too. You guys can flame me all you want, but I stand by this opinion and I'll gladly stay on top of my high horse.

litowrx · 11-07-2009, 02:09 PM

well i just fitted mine, no problems whatsoever. Right now is getting its paint... i guess i cannot compare prices with you guys in the US because paint jobs are expensive over there.. but they charged me 300 to do my front bumper, fit the lip and paint and wrx side skirts... all painted with PPG paint and a 2 year warranty.

i just recomend not using the included double sided tape because its crap! you guys are better off using 3M automotive grade.

blueteamno · 11-07-2009, 02:23 PM

I'm in the complete opposite boat as Verdugo, I bought all authentic parts for my last car and it was a total waste of money. If you're modding your car to impress other people then go ahead and buy the real deal, if you're modding it for yourself and don't care about that stuff then save yourself some cash. Plus just because you're buying a name brand doesn't mean it won't have fitment issues and need tons of prep work, doing a little research you can find companies selling quality replica parts that will look and fit great.

I picked up the chargepseed bottomline replica kit for my 08 and it fit perfectly, I have absolutely no complaints, and a few hundred extra bucks in my wallet.

I'm not saying buy the cheapest knockoffs you can find on ebay, just that not everyone cares about having name brand parts on their car and you can often find replicas that will fit just and look just a nice for a fraction of the cost.

Verdugo · 11-07-2009, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueteamno

I'm in the complete opposite boat as Verdugo, I bought all authentic parts for my last car and it was a total waste of money. If you're modding your car to impress other people then go ahead and buy the real deal, if you're modding it for yourself and don't care about that stuff then save yourself some cash. Plus just because you're buying a name brand doesn't mean it won't have fitment issues and need tons of prep work, doing a little research you can find companies selling quality replica parts that will look and fit great.

I picked up the chargepseed bottomline replica kit for my 08 and it fit perfectly, I have absolutely no complaints, and a few hundred extra bucks in my wallet.

I'm not saying buy the cheapest knockoffs you can find on ebay, just that not everyone cares about having name brand parts on their car and you can often find replicas that will fit just and look just a nice for a fraction of the cost.

What brand was it that you had previously? If a genuine part has fitment issues, then that's a problem with the genuine part to begin with being on the crappy side IMHO. My Do-Luck kit fit like a glove and was super easy to prep and paint. My friend's genuine Cusco front lip fit so well that it literally snapped into place and he even raced the car for well over a year without adding the included bolts or 3M tape. Same thing for two of my friends' Ings+1 kits (one WRX, one Evo), my cousin's C-West front bumper, and another friend of mine's Zero/Sports kit. I even had a customer purchase a brand new Chargespeed kit for his Evo X and the body shop was so happy that they got a good product that they called me to thank me.

On the other hand, I've seen some genuine Syms, Aqua, and Liberal parts fit like total crap in the past. So really, I guess it depends on the company. After all, it's very true that even if something is expensive, it doesn't mean it's good. Plus, it's one thing if you know you're buying a replica piece and you admit that you are, but if you're buying a replica piece and trying to pass it on as the real thing, I will gladly be a snob. I also firmly believe that it's morally wrong to buy replica parts to begin with, since you're not really giving credit where it's due to the company that actually came up with the design, and instead pretty much giving the OK to a company who just wants to copy the design instead of doing something original on their own. But hey, I'm not going to win that argument since most people here on NASIOC don't really care.

L-SCHLEGS · 11-07-2009, 03:42 PM

it seems like a good deal. but i think he is charging 150 for the bumper piece and then another 150 for shipping. which makes it pretty close to the price of the real thing. but it does say there is a warranty on it. so i mean if you dont want to get the real one im sure it would be fine. if it doesnt fit its under warranty, so they should fix you up. but they say perfect fit. ??? go for it.

jshahin · 11-07-2009, 03:52 PM

Plus, I think calitri's lip is legit.

10-20-2009, 03:12 AM	#1
JDM_WRX_FREAK Scooby Newbie Member#: 146876 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 05 WRX Red	Cusco Front Lip Ripoff??? What do you think??? So I am looking for a Cusco Front Lip for my 05 WRX and sort of stumbled onto this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/04-05...Q5fAccessories I don't know if this **** is LEGIT, or if anyone ever bought it from this seller on EBAY cause this person has Calitri-Boost SICK A$$ Subie on there and other peoples Subies that I have seen on here on NASIOC so what do y'all think of this, is it LEGIT? Anyone know where I can find a good site that sells the Original Cusco Front Lip?

10-20-2009, 11:56 AM	#10
deuce189 Scooby Specialist Member#: 59135 Join Date: Apr 2004 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Guyton, Georgia Vehicle: 2005 Blue STI, 2002 Blaze vf34 wrx sold	I just found the ebay link, i wonder if like you said it's the better batch. Sucks not being able to inspect it before buying. They got a video of a some dude smacking it with hammer haha. Item number: 200390002588 Last edited by deuce189; 10-20-2009 at 12:03 PM.

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10-20-2009, 03:14 AM	#2
JDM_WRX_FREAK Scooby Newbie Member#: 146876 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 05 WRX Red	I know this is not the exact thread to put on this but oh well

10-20-2009, 03:16 AM	#3
SIBzzz Scooby Newbie Member#: 129888 Join Date: Oct 2006 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Long Island, New York Vehicle: 2002 WRX Liquid Copper	damn noob

10-20-2009, 04:20 AM	#4
GDB FAN Scooby Guru Member#: 105814 Join Date: Jan 2006 Chapter/Region: NWIC Vehicle: 05 WRX Im in a crew bro. Look at me!	Someone has posted about this before. IIRC the guy had an account on here. (non-vendor) For $130 I've give it a shot.

10-20-2009, 04:25 AM	#5
C89ZX7R * Banned * Member#: 119154 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Richmond VA Vehicle: 2004 White STi	SEARCH SEARCH SEARCH....... I know the replica cusco review threads are on here because I just gave someone the link!!!!

10-20-2009, 04:32 AM	#6
TimeAtk Scooby Specialist Member#: 170432 Join Date: Jan 2008 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: On the Apex Vehicle: 3076 Apollo Rotation	i heard the replicas fit just fine and look pretty damn close... plus its poly-u perfect for lips

10-20-2009, 04:36 AM	#7
ipang1988 Scooby Newbie Member#: 174441 Join Date: Mar 2008 Chapter/Region: E. Canada Location: Toronto, ON Vehicle: 2005 AW STi WFC #416	And I saw calitri-boost's car is there, haha

10-20-2009, 11:24 AM	#8
deuce189 Scooby Specialist Member#: 59135 Join Date: Apr 2004 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Guyton, Georgia Vehicle: 2005 Blue STI, 2002 Blaze vf34 wrx sold	I typed in "Replica Cusco Reviews" couldn't find ****! I've seen same the same eBay lip as well, I've been in the market for a Cusco front and that just seems to good to be true to be perfect.

10-20-2009, 11:31 AM	#9
bae Scooby Newbie Member#: 184289 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Baltimore, MD Vehicle: 05 STi WRB	here is my cusco replica. hope this helps. http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=1832569 i bought the first version that they made and the fitment was pretty tight. supposedly they use a new urethane now to guarantee to the fitment to be perfect.

10-20-2009, 11:58 AM	#11
JDM_WRX_FREAK Scooby Newbie Member#: 146876 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 05 WRX Red	did you buy yours from this same person on ebay?

10-20-2009, 12:28 PM	#12
bae Scooby Newbie Member#: 184289 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Baltimore, MD Vehicle: 05 STi WRB	i bought mine off a member here but i believe he got it from the ebay vendor.

10-20-2009, 12:29 PM	#13
bae Scooby Newbie Member#: 184289 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Baltimore, MD Vehicle: 05 STi WRB	i dont know how well the new one is made but if you have the time to body, sand, primer, and paint the lip then it'll def save you money than buying an authentic one.

10-20-2009, 01:27 PM	#14
vtecTHIS Scooby Guru Member#: 48048 Join Date: Nov 2003 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: SD Vehicle: 04 STi rare WRB	god damn it. first my rear spats, then my rims, now my lip

11-07-2009, 12:15 PM	#15
boricuajr Scooby Specialist Member#: 62842 Join Date: May 2004 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Norwich Ct Vehicle: 05 STI Aspen White Gold BBS	i know there was a replica group buy at one time a long time ago however some of the pics used on the ebay thread are members here who have the Legit Cusco lip.

11-07-2009, 12:32 PM	#16
Rykenma Scooby Newbie Member#: 179845 Join Date: May 2008 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Des Moines/Ames, Iowa Vehicle: 2004 WRX Java Black Pearl	I'm planning to buy this Replica or not...I could care less. The lip is most likely gonna get damaged along the way lol. I'd rather pay $150+S/H then whatever it is for the real one ($450 or something?). In the end, no one will really know (unless you tell them of course). And I've seen it on other people's cars, looks just fine! Looks great with a wingless car too!

11-07-2009, 12:54 PM	#17
jshahin Scooby Newbie Member#: 201305 Join Date: Jan 2009 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: 2006 CAMtuned WRX black	LOL, I'm fairly sure that's calitrboost's wrx from vegas. LOL

11-07-2009, 01:20 PM	#18
AlbanianImpreza Scooby Specialist Member#: 38506 Join Date: Jun 2003 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Upstate, NY Vehicle: 2000 NEW hotness RSC SRP SON!	hey thats Calitri boosts car

11-07-2009, 01:23 PM	#19
nhat NASIOC Supporter Member#: 140163 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Vehicle: it's pronounced nat ~:\|	their first run was paper thin and sucked. what they're advertising now is their 2nd version which is supposedly thicker and sturdier.

11-07-2009, 01:58 PM	#20
Verdugo Scooby Guru Member#: 15341 Join Date: Feb 2002 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Sea-Town, WA Vehicle: 02 WRX, 02 BMW M3 Zero replica parts FTW	** replicas, especially body part ones. And if I was Calitri-Boost, I'd be pissed they were using my car on their ad for their crappy replica part, especially since I'm sure they didn't ask his permission to use his car for their ad. Replica body parts are the biggest poseur mods you can buy. Sure, the untrained and uneducated eye might not be able to tell the difference, but those who actually know will be able to tell easily when they see it in person. I used to have replica body parts on my car, and they were all **ty quality and/or broke easily. Ever since I got rid of those parts, I had absolutely zero problems, and I saved money on the paint and prep costs too. You guys can flame me all you want, but I stand by this opinion and I'll gladly stay on top of my high horse.

11-07-2009, 02:09 PM	#21
litowrx Scooby Specialist Member#: 132418 Join Date: Nov 2006 Chapter/Region: International Location: Guatemala, Central America. Vehicle: 2004 EDM STi ej207 Platinum Metallic Silver	well i just fitted mine, no problems whatsoever. Right now is getting its paint... i guess i cannot compare prices with you guys in the US because paint jobs are expensive over there.. but they charged me 300 to do my front bumper, fit the lip and paint and wrx side skirts... all painted with PPG paint and a 2 year warranty. i just recomend not using the included double sided tape because its crap! you guys are better off using 3M automotive grade.

11-07-2009, 02:23 PM	#22
blueteamno Scooby Specialist Member#: 32089 Join Date: Jan 2003 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: chicAgoland Vehicle: 2008 WRB STi 2009 Fit Sport	I'm in the complete opposite boat as Verdugo, I bought all authentic parts for my last car and it was a total waste of money. If you're modding your car to impress other people then go ahead and buy the real deal, if you're modding it for yourself and don't care about that stuff then save yourself some cash. Plus just because you're buying a name brand doesn't mean it won't have fitment issues and need tons of prep work, doing a little research you can find companies selling quality replica parts that will look and fit great. I picked up the chargepseed bottomline replica kit for my 08 and it fit perfectly, I have absolutely no complaints, and a few hundred extra bucks in my wallet. I'm not saying buy the cheapest knockoffs you can find on ebay, just that not everyone cares about having name brand parts on their car and you can often find replicas that will fit just and look just a nice for a fraction of the cost.

11-07-2009, 03:42 PM	#24
L-SCHLEGS Scooby Specialist Member#: 183040 Join Date: Jun 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Winter Park, FL Vehicle: 2008 WRB STI 10.5's! WFC#311 P&L Rotated 35r	it seems like a good deal. but i think he is charging 150 for the bumper piece and then another 150 for shipping. which makes it pretty close to the price of the real thing. but it does say there is a warranty on it. so i mean if you dont want to get the real one im sure it would be fine. if it doesnt fit its under warranty, so they should fix you up. but they say perfect fit. ??? go for it.

11-07-2009, 03:52 PM	#25
jshahin Scooby Newbie Member#: 201305 Join Date: Jan 2009 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: 2006 CAMtuned WRX black	Plus, I think calitri's lip is legit.