History Olds Fiesta Hubcaps

So these are actually 56 Starfire Caps ?

 

This is aftermarket. There is also an aftermarket that has a "checkmark" on the planets, looks very similar to OEM

 

So these are actually 56 Starfire Caps ?



Yes

 

Good thread!
Could some knowledgeable person start a thread on mid-50's Buick hubcaps?

 

I just scored these at a thrift shop today. Based on the thread I'm assuming they're aftermarket. Any help?


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Absolutely....and verrry nice ones at that.

 

Yep, they sure are. Lots of places were selling knock offs like yours, JC Whitney, etc.

Don

 

The aftermarkets are usually chromed steel. So they rust easily. Originals are stainless. As are the new, quality repos.
On the 53-55's, it's interesting that the originals have the earth (not Saturn) with a view of North/South America, while aftermarkets have Europe/Asia/Africa view!