Carbon Fibre vs Gloss Black Body Kits – Which Should You Choose?

Choosing the right body kit finish is one of the most common questions we get at Kits UK. Should you go for the premium carbon fibre look or the stylish gloss black option? In this guide, we break down price, durability, style and fitting so you can make the right choice for your BMW, Mercedes, Audi or Tesla.

What is a Carbon Fibre Body Kit?

Carbon fibre is famous for being lightweight, strong and high-performance. Motorsport teams and luxury brands use it because it combines aggressive styling with functionality.

• ✅ Ultra-light and strong
• ✅ Premium, motorsport-inspired look
• ❌ Higher price point (£600–£2,000+)
• ❌ Can be fragile if poor quality

What is a Gloss Black Body Kit?

Gloss black body kits are usually made from ABS plastic or composite, finished with a sleek black gloss coating. They’re ideal for OEM+ looks without the carbon fibre cost.

• ✅ Affordable (£200–£800)
• ✅ Matches OEM trims on most BMW & Mercedes
• ✅ Easy to replace if damaged
• ❌ Slightly heavier than carbon
• ❌ Gloss finish may scratch or fade

Price Comparison – Carbon vs Gloss Black

Price is one of the biggest differences:

Carbon fibre kits: £600–£2,000+ depending on model (BMW M3, M4, AMG, etc.)
Gloss black kits: £200–£800, more budget-friendly.

👉 If price is your priority, gloss black wins. If prestige and performance matter, carbon fibre is unmatched.

Durability & Maintenance

Carbon fibre is strong but needs careful handling – usually professional fitting. Gloss black is easier to repair or replace but can fade if not maintained.

Which Looks Better?

Carbon fibre: Aggressive, race-inspired, perfect for M Performance and AMG models.
Gloss black: Sleek, subtle and classy – works for daily drivers and OEM+ builds.

Kits UK Recommendation

At Kits UK, we stock both carbon fibre and gloss black body kits for BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Tesla. Our advice:

• Pick carbon fibre if you want a premium, aggressive look and don’t mind the investment.
• Pick gloss black if you want affordable styling that still makes your car stand out.

Final Thoughts

So, carbon fibre vs gloss black body kits – which should you choose?

👉 Performance car or show build → Carbon Fibre
👉 Daily driver or budget build → Gloss Black

Either way, with Kits UK fitting service in Featherstone (WF7), you get OEM fitment and UK-wide delivery.

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