Rarity of SWB RoW Signal Light Lenses

[jaudette3]

Perhaps this is common knowledge but I just learned why it's almost impossible to find original SWB RoW signal light lenses in good condition while it's fairy common to find good U.S. ones. For the U.S. lenses colored granulate was used while the RoW lenses were hand painted. The painting process obviously does not age well while the integrated color system does. It's interesting that in the interest of authenticity Porsche is once again painting the RoW lenses in the manufacturing of their new runs.

[70SATMan]

Same manufacturing process for the LWB lenses as well. Painted clear lenses vs US Amber plastic