REPLICA's keep you awake...! (see Read More for Updates)

With regular intervals readers ask us why we allow that Replica cars are listed in our classifieds. Sometimes the word 'Replica' is attached to the ad, sometimes there is no single warning. These readers ask us with the very best intentions to ban these cars from our classifieds. Sorry, but we can't do that.
1. First of all for the very obvious reason that in many cases we just don't know!
2. There is no way to judge all incoming classifieds on qualities or provenance.
3. Finally there is a much more important reason not to ban these cars. If we would filter out the obvious replicars we would involuntary give the wrong impression that all remaining cars are "originals".
That aside, it is impossible to draw a straight line. Even the most perfectly original car built before 1940, one hundred percent sure will contain one or more replica parts in it. A well used, well maintained, but still very original car most likely will contain hundreds of replica parts & materials. Mostly very innocent like: Replica paint. Replica engine oil. Replica spark plugs. Replica wiring threads. Replica grease nipples. A replica air filter. A replica leafspring. A replica camshaft. A replica gastank. A replica windscreen. A replica revcounter. Replica tail lights. A replica body. A replica engine. A replica chassis. Who is to judge where's the end? But one thing is sure. Judging from our office computers would be the dumbest thing to do. From our position there is no way to assess what is original or what is an honest reproduction, repair or a straight out replica, built with the strictly honest or with the darkest intentions. Now let's face it, this is your hobby. You are in command. You can choose to look for an affordable replica of your dreamcar or to be ultimately serious to find the most original specimen available on earth at top money. Also it is up to you to decide if you have enough knowledge and experience to take a gamble with buying. Or that you rather ask friends or well paid experts to assist you. We think that's all part of the game, part of the hobby. We think that listing the obvious replica's is keeping both laymen and experts awake.
Like usual you are very welcome to send your comments.

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