Product Overview
Upgrade your Cadillac’s exterior styling with the Cadillac ATS CTS CT4 CT5 Carbon Fiber Tape-On Shark Fin Antenna Cover, designed to add a clean performance-inspired accent to the factory roof antenna while maintaining an OEM-style appearance. This exterior upgrade is available in Carbon Fiber, Blue Carbon Fiber, and Red Carbon Fiber finish options, giving you more flexibility to match your Cadillac’s paint color, interior accents, or overall build theme.
Designed for applicable Cadillac ATS, ATS-V, CTS, CTS-V, CT4, CT4-V, CT5, and CT5-V models, this shark fin antenna cover installs directly over the existing factory antenna housing. Its vehicle-specific shape follows the contour of the original antenna for a more integrated appearance compared with universal covers.
Compatibility: Fits 2013–2019 Cadillac ATS / ATS-V, 2014–2019 Cadillac CTS, 2016–2019 Cadillac CTS-V, 2020–Present Cadillac CT4 / CT4-V, and applicable 2020-Up Cadillac CT5 / CT5-V models without the Technology Package.
Constructed from real carbon fiber material, this antenna cover provides a lightweight and premium exterior upgrade while adding visual detail to the roofline. The standard Carbon Fiber option delivers a classic motorsport-inspired appearance, while the Blue Carbon Fiber and Red Carbon Fiber versions provide a more customized look for enthusiasts who want something more distinctive.
The Carbon Fiber finish pairs naturally with other carbon fiber exterior accessories such as mirror covers, spoilers, front splitters, side skirts, and rear diffusers. The Blue Carbon Fiber option adds a unique blue-toned appearance that works well with blue exterior accents or custom-themed builds, while the Red Carbon Fiber version creates a bolder contrast that complements red accents, brake calipers, stitching, or other performance-inspired details.
Installation is simple and non-invasive. The cover mounts directly over the factory shark fin antenna using pre-applied automotive double-sided adhesive tape, eliminating the need for drilling, cutting, or permanent modification. This makes it an easy exterior styling upgrade for Cadillac owners looking to enhance the roofline without replacing the original antenna assembly.
Whether you are modifying a Cadillac ATS, CTS, CT4, or CT5, this Carbon Fiber Shark Fin Antenna Cover provides a compact but noticeable styling upgrade with three finish options to better match your vehicle.
Key Features
- Three Carbon Fiber Finish Options: Available in Carbon Fiber, Blue Carbon Fiber, and Red Carbon Fiber so you can select the style that best matches your Cadillac exterior and overall build theme.
- Real Carbon Fiber Construction: Manufactured from genuine carbon fiber material for a lightweight, rigid, and premium appearance.
- Classic Carbon Fiber Finish: The standard Carbon Fiber option delivers a traditional exposed-carbon look that complements other performance-oriented Cadillac exterior upgrades.
- Blue Carbon Fiber Finish: Features a distinctive blue-toned carbon fiber appearance for a more customized and eye-catching exterior accent.
- Red Carbon Fiber Finish: Provides a bold red-toned carbon fiber look that pairs well with red exterior details, brake calipers, interior stitching, and other performance accents.
- Wide Cadillac Compatibility: Designed for applicable Cadillac ATS, ATS-V, CTS, CTS-V, CT4, CT4-V, CT5, and CT5-V models listed in the compatibility information.
- Factory-Style Antenna Shape: Molded to follow the contour of the original Cadillac shark fin antenna for a clean and integrated appearance.
- Tape-On Overlay Design: Installs directly over the factory antenna housing using pre-applied automotive double-sided adhesive tape.
- No Drilling Required: No cutting, drilling, or permanent modification to the roof or factory antenna is required for normal installation.
- Easy Exterior Styling Upgrade: Adds a noticeable carbon fiber accent to the roofline without replacing the factory antenna assembly.
- Pairs Well with Other Carbon Fiber Parts: Complements carbon fiber mirror covers, spoilers, splitters, side skirts, diffusers, and other Cadillac exterior accessories.
- Lightweight Add-On Construction: Adds visual impact without introducing unnecessary weight or bulky exterior components.
- Clean OEM-Inspired Appearance: Designed to enhance the vehicle while maintaining the refined styling expected from Cadillac performance and luxury models.
Installation
Installation is simple and requires no drilling. The antenna cover attaches directly with included double-sided tape for a secure hold. A professional installation is recommended for the best fitment.
Vehicle Compatibility
Fits 2013-2019 ATS/ ATS-V Models Fits 2014-2019 CTS Models Fits 2016-2019 CTS-V Models Fits 2020-Present CT4/ CT4-V Models Fits 20-Up Cadillac CT5/ CT5-V without technology package
About Dry Carbon
Dry Carbon Fiber vs Wet Carbon Fiber — What’s the Difference?
Not all carbon fiber parts are made the same. The biggest distinction comes down to how the carbon is processed — commonly known as dry carbon and wet carbon. Both use genuine carbon fiber weave, but the production method, finish, and performance are completely different.
Manufacturing Process
Dry carbon fiber parts are produced using a pre-preg (pre-impregnated) carbon cloth, where the exact amount of resin is pre-applied by the manufacturer. These sheets are then vacuum-sealed and cured under high pressure and temperature in an autoclave, removing excess air and resin.
The result is a light, extremely strong, and precisely formed component — the same process used in motorsport and aerospace applications.
Wet carbon fiber, on the other hand, uses a hand-lay or wet-lay method. The carbon cloth is laid into a mold and liquid resin is manually brushed or poured over it before curing. Because it’s not vacuum-bagged or autoclave-cured, there’s usually more trapped resin and air pockets, leading to a heavier part and a less uniform finish.
Weight & Strength
Dry carbon fiber is roughly 30–50% lighter than wet carbon. This is due to the controlled resin ratio — just enough to bind the fibers without unnecessary weight.
By comparison, wet carbon or carbon-over-fiberglass parts can be up to 70% heavier, since excess resin and fiberglass layers add mass without increasing stiffness.
For reference:
- Carbon Fiber Density: ~1.55 g/cm³
- Fiberglass Density: ~2.6 g/cm³
Dry carbon also offers a much higher modulus of elasticity (~125 GPa), giving it outstanding rigidity under stress — ideal for aerodynamic and high-load components.
Visual & Structural Differences
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Backside: A true dry carbon piece will look identical front and back — you can see the same woven pattern throughout.
Wet carbon or fiberglass-backed parts often have a dull, uneven underside with visible fiberglass texture or color variation. -
Edges: Solid dry carbon has clean, uniform black edges.
Wet carbon or overlay parts may show a white or grey line along the edge, revealing the fiberglass underneath — sometimes hidden with black paint trim. -
Finish: Dry carbon typically has a consistent matte or satin finish, while wet carbon can appear glossy but uneven due to hand-applied resin.
