Product Overview
Upgrade your Cadillac’s exterior styling with the 14-Up Cadillac ATS CTS CT4 CT5 Carbon Fiber Tape-On Shark Fin Antenna Cover. Designed for precision and a seamless OEM-style fit, this antenna cover enhances your vehicle’s luxury appeal while adding a modern carbon fiber accent. Crafted from dry prepreg carbon fiber, it’s lightweight yet strong, ensuring long-lasting durability and a premium look that complements your Cadillac’s bold design lines.
This antenna cover fits a wide range of Cadillac models including:
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2013–2019 Cadillac ATS / ATS-V
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2014–2019 Cadillac CTS / CTS-V
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2020–Present Cadillac CT4 / CT4-V
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2020–2024 Cadillac CT5 / CT5-V
The cover installs easily with pre-applied double-sided tape, requiring no drilling or modifications. Whether you drive a performance-tuned CT5-V Blackwing or an elegant CTS Luxury Sedan, this upgrade adds a refined, sporty touch.
Package Included:
1 x Cadillac ATS / CTS / CT4 / CT5 Factory Style Carbon Fiber Shark Fin Roof Top Antenna Cover
(Double-sided tape included and pre-applied on all surfaces)
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
Key Features
The Cadillac Carbon Fiber Shark Fin Antenna Cover is built to combine elegance and function. Its factory-style design perfectly follows your vehicle’s roof contours for a clean, professional finish. The real carbon fiber surface offers superior strength and UV resistance, preventing fading or peeling over time. Each piece is crafted using dry carbon prepreg technology, a high-end manufacturing process known for producing lightweight yet highly rigid parts.
Aside from its striking appearance, this antenna cover helps protect the existing antenna from everyday wear, weather exposure, and minor impacts. Installation is effortless — simply clean the area, peel the adhesive backing, and apply the cover. The result is a flawless, factory-quality enhancement that adds depth and sophistication to your Cadillac’s exterior.
Ideal for enthusiasts looking to elevate the aesthetics of their Cadillac ATS, CTS, CT4, or CT5, this carbon fiber accent adds a finishing touch worthy of the brand’s luxury performance heritage.
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.
