How to Spot a Fake HKS SSQV BOV

[2gmitsueclipse]

I almost purchased a fake HKS SSQV BOV. It seems as one of those "If it's too good to be true, it probably is." I came across some really good information that differentiates a genuine HKS SSQV from one counterfeit. They are becoming very common on ebay and even on forums as well. This is to benefit those that care to do some research before buying and want a genuine product.

Here we go:

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[2gmitsueclipse]

The things that are not as obvious

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[TSITurbo95]

Very nice writeup!!!!

 

[DSM IN MN]

Good write up, however another way to avoid them would be to avoid buying said BOV all together.

 

[govproperty]

Impressive write up on them. Always got to watch out for cheap counterfeits because you get what you pay for.

 

[born2tune]

I actually have to give kudos points for the counterfeit guys to attempt to go all out. I have not seen an attempt to replicate a product this good since the replica rolex's and that big ordeal from china and their 1 billion dollars worth of "gold" which ended up being gold plated tungsten bars.

 

[2gmitsueclipse]

This is as good as the countereit Monster HDMI cables floating around. The moral of the story, buy from an HKS authorized dealer. I wanted to make a valuable contribution to this forum for all of the good information on here. I thought people should be made aware.

 

[Diamond Star Werks]

I actually have to give kudos points for the counterfeit guys to attempt to go all out. I have not seen an attempt to replicate a product this good since the replica rolex's and that big ordeal from china and their 1 billion dollars worth of "gold" which ended up being gold plated tungsten bars.

I have one of those fake rolexs. Really nice watch actually. On seeing diff is tge way the second hand moves

 

[ZenkaiRacerDsM]

That's the most spot on knock-off piece I've ever seen. I bet it works great.

 

[curt-s]

This is as good as the countereit Monster HDMI cables floating around. The moral of the story, buy from an HKS authorized dealer. I wanted to make a valuable contribution to this forum for all of the good information on here. I thought people should be made aware.

The only difference here is there's no difference in quality between Monster cables and cheap cables, or a coat hanger.

Nice writeup

 

[eclipse420ags]

Well now I know mines a fake haha. Of coarse brand new 60 bucks shipped should have been a dead give away. Have had it for a year still works good though.

 

[TimF]

I bought one knowing it was fake for less than 50$, funny thing was the Fake hks box came folded and packed , I have ran it for over a year no w/o issue tho, sounds real to.

 

[mb3000]

Holy shit that's scary!

 

[keston95GS-T]

The funny thing is that I have one on here for sale. Paid about $325.00 a few years ago for it. A guy inquire about it a few days ago. He ask me to send pictures so he can see it. I took a few with my phone and sent them to him. He specifically wanted to see the logo. Then he text me back and told me it's fake and sent me a link to a website. Being curious myself, I decided to check the real from the fake. All I can say is that this write-up on here was very helpful and informative. Glad to say though that my HKS SSQV is the REAL THING. Wonderful information

 

[Insane20]

i cant belive there are that many diffrences. good write up! shouldnt it be against the law for that company to use the hks logo? i mean thats copywrite isnt it?

 

[2gmitsueclipse]

The funny thing is that I have one on here for sale. Paid about $325.00 a few years ago for it. A guy inquire about it a few days ago. He ask me to send pictures so he can see it. I took a few with my phone and sent them to him. He specifically wanted to see the logo. Then he text me back and told me it's fake and sent me a link to a website. Being curious myself, I decided to check the real from the fake. All I can say is that this write-up on here was very helpful and informative. Glad to say though that my HKS SSQV is the REAL THING. Wonderful information

Glad it has helped a few people out.

i cant belive there are that many diffrences. good write up! shouldnt it be against the law for that company to use the hks logo? i mean thats copywrite isnt it?

Those copyright protections are only good in a country that enforces them. There really is nothing that can be done except inform buyers. It is a good reason to buy from authorized dealers. This is just one of many popular items being faked.

 

[Boosted98gsx]

It is just incredibly sad that there is no such thing as patent infringement and litigation anymore against these chinese companies. Ethics are meaningless to them it seems.

 

[Rsawd95dsm]

Speaking of copyright... http://bbs.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-general-1/928072-spotting-a-fake-hks-ssqv-a-pictorial-guide.html wonder who really wrote this write up?

Regardless still good info.

 

[RocCitySlayer]

Speaking of copyright... http://bbs.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-general-1/928072-spotting-a-fake-hks-ssqv-a-pictorial-guide.html wonder who really wrote this write up?

Regardless still good info.

"I came across some really good information that differentiates a genuine HKS SSQV from one counterfeit."
Apparentley not him..

 

[2gmitsueclipse]

Speaking of copyright... http://bbs.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-general-1/928072-spotting-a-fake-hks-ssqv-a-pictorial-guide.html wonder who really wrote this write up?

Regardless still good info.

If you read that post, you would have also noted that the "author" of your link also posted the information to share with others and does not claim to be the originator of the write-up. If you have a problem with it, talk to a moderator or PM me and not waste forum space.

"I came across some really good information that differentiates a genuine HKS SSQV from one counterfeit."
Apparentley not him..

Did I actually claim to be the author and photographer of this? I do not believe that I said to have done so....

It is just shared information for those that could benefit from it. Thanks for your valuable input though.

 

[RocCitySlayer]

Did I actually claim to be the author and photographer of this? I do not believe that I said to have done so....

It is just shared information for those that could benefit from it. Thanks for your valuable input though.

Not sure if you realize bro, but I was showing dude that you stated you CAME ACROSS IT not wrote it.