Next Level Performance
September 7, 2026 • 9 min read
Our Verdict
For the biggest transformation, the Anderson Composites Type-JTP 10-piece widebody flare kit is the S550 Mustang carbon fiber body upgrade to build around — if outright weight loss is the goal, the dry carbon doors shed roughly 68 lbs a pair.
Every part in this guide is genuine Anderson Composites autoclaved pre-preg carbon, in stock at NLP Performance and priced from around $800 to $4,500.
Shop Our Top Pick →The right S550 Mustang carbon fiber body parts do two jobs at once: they drop real weight off the nose and doors, and they give a 2015-2019 Mustang the wide, purposeful stance that steel panels never will. In our Tampa, FL shop we fit a lot of Anderson Composites carbon onto Coyote GTs, EcoBoosts and Shelby GT350s, and it is the brand we trust for genuine autoclaved carbon that lines up with factory mounting points. This guide breaks down five of the best pieces — a full widebody kit, dry carbon doors, a vented GT350 hood, a front splitter and a carbon grille — with real weights, fitment years and pricing.
What Makes Anderson Composites Carbon Fiber Worth It?
Anderson Composites carbon fiber is built with an autoclave process using pre-preg 3K, 2x2 twill carbon cloth — the same method used on OEM supercar panels. Curing pre-preg carbon under heat and pressure produces a denser, stiffer, lighter panel than cheaper wet-layup parts, with up to 70% weight savings versus the equivalent OEM steel panel. Wet-layup (“standard”) carbon lays a single 2x2 twill skin over a fiberglass backing and lands closer to 50% savings, while fiberglass parts save weight but not the carbon look.
Two terms show up constantly in the S550 catalog. Dry carbon means the part is full carbon fiber inside and out, with no fiberglass core — the lightest, strongest, and most expensive option. Double-sided means the panel is finished in visible carbon weave on both the outer and inner surfaces, so a hood or decklid looks just as good with the underside on display. For reference, an Anderson dry carbon roof weighs about 7.2 lbs versus 16.75 lbs for the steel roof, and a double-sided decklid runs around 10.2 lbs against a 21 lb factory piece.
The Best S550 Mustang Carbon Fiber Body Parts
Below are the five Anderson Composites pieces we recommend most for the 2015-2019 Mustang, ranked by how much they change the car. Prices shown are live at NLP Performance and every one currently carries an extra 10% off.
1. Type-JTP 10-Piece Widebody Fender Flare Kit (Top Pick)
The Type-JTP kit is the halo body upgrade for the S550: 10 carbon fiber front and rear flares that widen each fender by roughly 1.5 inches per side and are designed to mate to the Roush front fascia for a factory-quality widebody stance. It is dry carbon, ships without mounting hardware, and Anderson recommends professional installation with body modifications — budget around three hours of skilled fitment. This is the piece to build a wide-fitment wheel-and-tire setup around.
Key Specifications
What We Like
- + Genuine widebody stance without a fiberglass kit
- + Autoclaved dry carbon, front and rear coverage
- + Designed to mate to the Roush front fascia
Things to Consider
- – Professional install and body modification required
- – Hardware not included; plan for wider wheels/tires
2. Dry Carbon Fiber Doors (Best Weight Savings)
If your priority is shaving mass, nothing on the S550 beats carbon doors. Each Anderson dry carbon door weighs about 11.8 lbs versus 45.6 lbs for the factory steel door — roughly 34 lbs saved per side, or about 68 lbs off the car for the pair, most of it high up and outboard where it hurts handling. They are full carbon inside and out and bolt on using your OE door hardware. At around $4,000 they are a serious track-focused investment, but the weight reduction is genuine.
Dry carbon doors are full carbon inside and out — about 11.8 lbs each vs 45.6 lbs stock.
3. GT350 Type-CR Double-Sided Carbon Fiber Hood
A carbon hood is the highest-impact single panel you can add: swapping the S550’s steel hood for carbon typically drops 20-30 lbs off the very front of the car (factory steel hoods run 40-65 lbs depending on model). The GT350 Type-CR is a double-sided dry carbon hood with functional heat-extractor styling, so it looks finished from the engine bay as well as the top. It fits 2015-2019 Shelby GT350 and GT350R models.
Double-sided hoods show finished carbon weave top and bottom.
4. GT350 3-Piece Carbon Fiber Front Splitter
The GT350 3-piece front splitter is the best value entry point into S550 carbon aero. It bolts to the lower fascia of the 2015-2017 GT350, adds real front-end presence, and pairs perfectly with the carbon grille and hood for a coordinated front clip. At around $1,600 it is a fraction of the cost of doors or flares while still being genuine Anderson carbon.
5. Type-GT Carbon Fiber Upper Grille
The Type-GT upper grille is the easiest carbon accent to add to a 2018-2019 Mustang. It replaces the upper grille with a carbon fiber piece that ties the front end together with a hood, splitter or mirror caps, and at around $800 it is the most affordable way to start a carbon build. Fitment covers 2018 EcoBoost, GT and GT350 trims.
The Type-JTP kit widens each fender about 1.5 inches for a genuine widebody stance.
S550 Mustang Carbon Body Parts Compared
Here is how the five picks stack up on part type, fitment, headline weight or size figure, and price. Pricing is live and reflects the current 10% off.
| Part | Type | Fits | Weight / Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type-JTP Widebody Flares (10 pc)Top Pick | Dry carbon flares | 2018-2019 | +1.5 in per side | $4,499.10 |
| Dry Carbon Doors (Pair) | Dry carbon doors | 2015-2017 | ~11.8 lb each (vs 45.6) | $3,959.10 |
| GT350 Type-CR Hood | Double-sided dry carbon | 2015-2019 GT350 | ~20-30 lb saved | $3,689.10 |
| GT350 Front Splitter (3 pc) | Carbon aero | 2015-2017 GT350 | 3-piece lower | $1,619.10 |
| Type-GT Upper Grille | Carbon accent | 2018 | Upper grille | $809.10 |
Dry Carbon vs Standard Carbon vs Fiberglass: Which Should You Buy?
Dry carbon is the lightest and strongest option and the right call for track cars or any build where every pound matters — it is full carbon with no fiberglass core and delivers up to 70% weight savings over OEM steel. Standard (wet-layup) carbon lays a carbon skin over a fiberglass backing for roughly 50% savings and a lower price, and is a smart choice for street cars that want the carbon look without dry-carbon money. Fiberglass panels are the cheapest and are aimed at painted show or race applications where the exposed weave is not needed. For the S550 parts in this guide we recommend the dry carbon pieces — the doors, hood and flares — because that is where the weight savings and stiffness gains are largest.
Not sure where to start? A carbon body and styling build usually flows from front to back: grille and splitter first, then the hood, then doors and a full widebody kit as budget allows.
Installation and Fitment Notes for the 2015-2019 Mustang
The S550 got a facelift for 2018, so front-end parts are usually split into 2015-2017 and 2018-2019 fitments — always match the year on the listing to your car. The Type-JTP flare kit is designed around the Roush front fascia and needs professional bodywork, hardware and paint or clear-coat prep; it is not a bolt-on afternoon job. Doors and hoods bolt to factory mounting points and OE hardware, but carbon hoods should be secured with hood pins for track use. Every genuine Anderson panel is UV-clear-coated from the factory, but we still recommend a ceramic coating or additional UV protection in Florida sun to keep the weave from yellowing. Our Tampa team can advise on the right combination for your trim before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are carbon fiber body parts worth it on an S550 Mustang?
Yes — genuine autoclaved carbon parts cut real weight and add stiffness while giving the 2015-2019 Mustang a factory-quality carbon look. Dry carbon doors alone remove about 68 lbs per pair, and a carbon hood drops 20-30 lbs off the nose, which sharpens throttle response and front-end turn-in. The value is highest on the largest panels: doors, hood and hatch.
How much lighter is Anderson Composites carbon fiber than steel?
Anderson Composites autoclaved dry carbon panels are up to 70% lighter than the equivalent OEM steel part, while wet-layup (standard) carbon over a fiberglass backing saves roughly 50%. For example, an Anderson dry carbon door weighs about 11.8 lbs versus 45.6 lbs for the factory steel door, and a dry carbon roof is about 7.2 lbs versus 16.75 lbs stock.
What is the difference between dry carbon and standard carbon fiber?
Dry carbon is full carbon fiber inside and out with no fiberglass core, cured in an autoclave for maximum stiffness and the lowest weight — it is the most expensive option. Standard or wet-layup carbon uses a single carbon skin over a fiberglass backing, which is heavier and less rigid but cheaper. Double-sided means the panel shows finished carbon weave on both surfaces.
Do Anderson Composites Mustang parts fit all S550 model years?
No — the S550 was facelifted in 2018, so most front-end parts are sold in separate 2015-2017 and 2018-2019 fitments. Doors and roofs often span the whole 2015-2023 range, while hoods, grilles, splitters and flares are year-specific. Always match the listing’s fitment years and trim (EcoBoost, GT, GT350) to your car.
How much does a carbon fiber widebody kit cost for a Mustang?
The Anderson Composites Type-JTP 10-piece carbon widebody flare kit runs around $4,500 at NLP Performance and widens each fender about 1.5 inches. Individual carbon panels are far cheaper — a carbon grille starts near $800 and a GT350 front splitter is around $1,600 — so you can build a carbon front end in stages.
Can I install these carbon parts myself?
The grille, splitter and hood bolt to factory mounting points and are DIY-friendly for an experienced installer, though carbon hoods should use hood pins for track use. The Type-JTP widebody flare kit is different: Anderson ships it without hardware and recommends professional installation with body modification, roughly three hours of skilled work plus paint prep.
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