Respectfully, it appears that you have not recently purchased any counterfeit panels. Your statement may have been accurate in the past, but nowadays, most panels are of comparable quality to original equipment. In the last two years, I have acquired two new wings for my 124 coupé, and they fit flawlessly straight from the packaging. The gaps between the wing and the bonnet, as well as the wing and the doors, are excellent. And the most satisfying aspect is...
Each item cost £24 and a little amount of change.