Karbonius E30 3-Series Carbon Hood
Description
The Karbonius E30 3-Series Carbon Hood is a precision-engineered carbon fiber replacement for the factory steel hood, delivering a 7 kg weight reduction at just 6 kg — making it one of the most impactful single weight-reduction upgrades available for the E30 platform. Manufactured entirely in Spain by qualified personnel using the finest carbon fiber materials and processes available in the automotive composites industry.
The hood is a simplified replica of the original exterior geometry, where the outer surface faithfully replicates the OEM profile while the interior is engineered as a wide, harmonious structural surface that improves both strength and aesthetics over the factory steel piece. The exterior and interior halves are joined on an assembly bench using structural adhesive, with structural adhesive-bonded nutserts for mounting. Multiple layers of UV-protective polyurethane varnish provide a deep, durable gloss finish. Premium materials are used throughout production: Hexcel or SGL carbon fiber, Sika adhesives, and Glasurit varnishes.
What's Included
- Two-piece carbon fiber hood (exterior and interior, bonded assembly)
- Numbered certificate of authenticity
Product Details
- Weight: 6 kg (7 kg reduction compared to OEM steel hood)
- 2×2 weave; high-gloss UV-protective polyurethane varnish
- 100% prepreg carbon fiber construction
- Autoclave-cured for strength and finish quality
- Carbon fiber from Hexcel or SGL; Sika adhesives; Glasurit varnishes
- Structural adhesive-bonded nutsert mounting hardware
- Direct OEM fitment — no adjustment required
- Does not include washer nozzle cutouts — contact IND for nozzle applications
- Manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management system
- 2-Year manufacturer warranty
Vehicle Applications
Important Notes
- Does not include washer nozzle cutouts — contact IND for washer nozzle applications
- Also available with primed exterior and gloss carbon interior at a $120 discount (SKU: E30CP01) — contact IND
Recommended Upgrades
- Karbonius E30 M3 (S14) Carbon Airbox
- Karbonius E30 M3 Sport Evo 3 Undertray
- Karbonius E30 3-Series S54 CSL Carbon Airbox
Notes
- Designed and manufactured in Spain under ISO 9001 quality management standards
- Professional installation recommended
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