Ah the RX8. There’s just something about it that screams swagger. From the way it looks, to the way it drives, it is no surprise why it is so popular with car enthusiasts. But one thing that isn’t so great, and something a lot of people pay little attention to, are fake air bag covers. It’s something I wish I knew more about, as it could have saved me money…
It was about 6 months ago that I went to buy a new airbag cover for my RX8. I found one on a random website, with a decent price tag, and without thinking twice, I purchased the airbag cover and had it shipped to me. When I received it, it looked just like the one in the picture. I excitedly opened the package, and to my dismay, it was a poorly made, fake airbag cover. It had sharp and rough edges, it wasn’t even close to the color of the original fabric, and all the hardware was just plain cheapo…
I was so annoyed by it, I almost jumped up and down. After I examined the fake airbag cover a bit more, I figured out the manufacturer. It turns out, it was made by a company specializing in low-quality parts. Boy was I in for a surprise. I had to pay almost three times the price for an original RX8 airbag cover.
After this experience, I’ve learned my lesson and I make sure to do my research and check all the reviews before buying something like this online. There are a few websites online which sell original RX8 airbag covers, and I make sure to check these before making a decision. It’s also helpful to compare prices, as it is sometimes possible to find a good deal.
It’s also important to recognize the signs of a fake airbag cover. One of the obvious signs is that it will be very cheap. It’s also important to look for sharp edges. A real airbag cover won’t have any, whereas a fake airbag cover will have quite a few. Also, the material of the airbag cover should be of good quality, otherwise it won’t last very long…
It’s also worthwhile to check out reviews or ask around before making a purchase. It is a good idea to become familiar with popular sellers and brands, and ask around to make sure you are getting legit parts, instead of low-quality knock-offs. Finally, it is worth checking out the return policy of the seller, just in case you’re not happy with the airbag cover.
After some research, I eventually found an original airbag cover for my RX8 and I was happy with the quality. I felt so relieved after installing the airbag cover, I can’t even explain how happy I was. It was my first time buying an airbag cover and I learned a lot from the process. It’s definitely better to be safe than sorry and I would advise other car enthusiasts to be extra careful when buying something like this.