Nowicki Autosport NAS-CFCTSVEC Carbon Fiber Engine Cover

Handcrafted 3K Twill Carbon Fiber Engine Cover That Transforms the CTS-V Engine Bay Into a Showpiece

The NAS-CFCTSVEC is Nowicki Autosport's direct-replacement carbon fiber engine cover for the 2016-2019 Cadillac CTS-V, designed and handcrafted in the United States by Jeff Nowicki, a former GM designer and Corvette racer whose team has produced carbon fiber components for performance vehicles for over two decades. The cover is constructed from genuine 3K twill weave carbon fiber with vinyl-ester resin infusion, finished with BASF UV-stabilized automotive clear coat that is hand-polished to a deep, rich gloss. It mounts using the factory OEM hardware with no drilling or modification, dropping directly into the position of the stock plastic engine cover over the supercharged 6.2L LT4 V8. The exposed 3K weave pattern matches factory OEM carbon fiber components exactly, making it a seamless visual complement to any additional carbon fiber trim on the vehicle. The UV-stabilized clear coat resists yellowing, fading, and hazing that affects lesser carbon fiber products, ensuring the cover maintains its appearance for the life of the vehicle. The NAS-CFCTSVEC is a special-order item that ships approximately three to four weeks after order placement. Engine cover only; CTS-V logo and surround graphics are sold separately.

Key Features

• Genuine 3K twill weave carbon fiber with vinyl-ester resin infusion for exceptional strength, dimensional stability, and visual quality
• BASF UV-stabilized automotive clear coat hand-polished to a deep gloss finish that resists yellowing, fading, and hazing over time
• Direct OEM replacement mounting using factory hardware with no drilling, cutting, or modification to the vehicle required
• 3K weave pattern matches factory Cadillac carbon fiber trim components for a cohesive, OEM-quality appearance
• Designed and handcrafted in the United States by former GM design staff under Jeff Nowicki
• Significantly lighter than the factory plastic cover, reducing underhood mass
• Limited lifetime structural warranty against manufacturing defects
• Available in standard tint and OE-matching tint variations

Vehicle Fitment

Specifications

What's Included

• One NAS-CFCTSVEC Nowicki Autosport carbon fiber engine cover
• Note: CTS-V logo badge and surround graphics are sold separately
• Note: TPS sensor and IAC are not applicable to this product

About Nowicki Autosport

Nowicki Autosport is an American carbon fiber manufacturer based in Michigan, founded by Jeff Nowicki, a former General Motors designer and competitive Corvette racer. The company produces application-specific carbon fiber exterior and engine bay components for Cadillac and Corvette platforms under the ConceptV and Concept8 product lines. Every Nowicki component is handcrafted using genuine woven carbon fiber and automotive-grade clear coat processes developed through years of motorsport fabrication experience. The NAS-CFCTSVEC reflects Nowicki's direct access to GM design data and OEM fitment standards, resulting in a product that installs without the fitment compromises common in imported carbon fiber alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NAS-CFCTSVEC fits the 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Cadillac CTS-V sedan with the 6.2L LT4 supercharged V8. This is the third-generation CTS-V. It does not fit the first-generation (2004-2007) or second-generation (2009-2015) CTS-V, which use a different engine cover design and mounting interface.

No. The engine cover itself is sold without the CTS-V logo badge and surround graphics. These are sold separately by Nowicki Autosport. If you want a complete finished look with badging, add the logo kit to your order at the same time so both ship together from the same production run.

The NAS-CFCTSVEC is designed to reuse the factory OEM mounting hardware from the stock plastic engine cover. Remove the factory cover, transfer the OEM grommets and mounting studs, and the Nowicki cover drops into place using the same attachment points. No drilling, cutting, or epoxy is required for the cover itself. Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper alignment.

The NAS-CFCTSVEC is a special-order handcrafted item. Nowicki Autosport builds each cover to order, with a production and shipping lead time of approximately three to four weeks from order placement. Plan accordingly if you have an event or show deadline.

The standard tint uses Nowicki's standard UV-stabilized clear coat, which produces a classic deep carbon fiber gloss. The OE matching tint is formulated to match the specific tonal quality of Cadillac's own factory carbon fiber trim pieces, so if your CTS-V has factory carbon fiber interior or exterior trim, the OE matching tint creates a visually seamless appearance between the engine cover and those components.

The NAS-CFCTSVEC is genuine 3K twill weave structural carbon fiber with vinyl-ester resin infusion, not a vinyl wrap or carbon fiber print. The 3K weave is visible through the clear coat and is the same construction method used in motorsport and OEM carbon fiber applications. Vinyl wraps and printed carbon fiber overlays are not comparable in appearance, durability, or weight reduction.

Nowicki Autosport uses BASF UV-stabilized automotive clear coat on the NAS-CFCTSVEC specifically to prevent the yellowing and hazing that affects carbon fiber products using cheaper clear coat formulations. BASF UV-stabilized clear is the same category of coating used on factory painted body panels. With normal care and periodic detailing, the cover will maintain its appearance for the life of the vehicle.

Installation is straightforward for someone comfortable working in an engine bay. The cover reuses factory hardware and does not require special tools. The main consideration is careful alignment during placement to ensure the cover sits flush and level. Nowicki recommends professional installation to guarantee perfect fitment and to avoid pressure points that could stress the carbon fiber if the cover is forced into position at an angle.

Installation Instructions

1. Allow the engine to cool fully before beginning work.
2. Open the hood and locate the factory plastic engine cover sitting over the LT4 supercharged V8.
3. Pull upward firmly on the factory engine cover to release it from the OEM push-pin grommets on the engine.
4. Remove the OEM grommets and mounting hardware from the factory cover and transfer them to the NAS-CFCTSVEC at the corresponding mounting locations.
5. Align the NAS-CFCTSVEC over the engine, positioning all mounting grommets over their corresponding studs on the engine simultaneously.
6. Press down firmly and evenly on the cover until all mounting points seat fully and the cover sits flush against the engine.
7. Visually inspect the perimeter of the cover to confirm even gaps and flush fitment on all sides.
8. Install the CTS-V logo badge and surround graphics (sold separately) per the instructions included with those components.