Next Level Performance
August 20, 2026 • 11 min read
The 2017–2020 Infiniti Q60 already looks like a concept car that escaped the design studio, so it takes real hardware to make it look meaner. That is exactly what Infiniti Q60 carbon fiber body panels from Seibon do. We put the flagship Seibon TSII-Style Carbon Fiber Hood on the bench next to the full V37 carbon range — OE and TSII hoods, an OE trunk lid, TB-style side skirts, and matching front and rear lips — to judge the weave, the fitment, and whether the roughly $900–$1,485 price of admission is worth it on a twin-turbo Q60.
Our Verdict
The Seibon TSII-Style Carbon Fiber Hood is the single best-value statement piece for the V37 Q60.
Its functional vents help the heat-soak-prone 3.0L VR30DDTT breathe, the hand-laid 2x2 twill finish is deep and glossy, and it anchors a matching carbon package — trunk, skirts and lips — that transforms the car without a single body-shop cut. Buy the hood first, then build outward.
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The Seibon TSII hood's functional vents sit directly over the Q60's twin-turbo VR30DDTT V6.
Why Carbon Fiber Makes Sense on the Infiniti Q60 (V37)
Carbon fiber on the V37 Q60 is about more than looks — it changes where mass sits on a nose-heavy coupe. The 2017–2020 Q60 spans the 208-hp 2.0t, the 300-hp 3.0t, and the halo 400-hp Red Sport 400, all riding on the same V37 shell that tips the scales at roughly 3,800–4,100 lb depending on drivetrain. The single-turbo and twin-turbo VR30DDTT cars carry their heat and their weight high and forward, so a carbon hood and trunk shave grams from the two worst places for a low center of gravity.
One honest caveat up front: the factory Q60 hood is aluminum, not steel, so the weight you save with a carbon panel is measured in a few pounds rather than the dramatic double-digit drop you would see on an old steel-hooded muscle car. What you gain is that the savings come off the highest, most forward point of the chassis, plus a genuine carbon look and — on the vented TSII hood — real heat extraction for a V6 that is famous for heat soak on track. For most Q60 owners, the styling and the underhood cooling are the headline; the weight is a welcome bonus.
Seibon TSII Carbon Fiber Hood: The Centerpiece
The TSII hood is the piece that defines a carbon Q60 build. Where Seibon's OE-style hood keeps the factory silhouette, the TSII adds a raised center power dome flanked by functional vents that let hot underhood air escape at speed. On the twin-turbo Red Sport 400 — 400 hp and 350 lb-ft from the 3.0L VR30DDTT — that venting is not just for show: releasing trapped heat helps intake temps and turbo life during spirited driving and track sessions, where the VR30 is known to heat-soak.
Key Specifications
What We Like
- + Genuine hand-laid carbon with a deep, glossy 2x2 twill finish
- + Functional vents help the VR30DDTT twin-turbo shed underhood heat
- + Removes weight from the highest, most forward point of the chassis
Things to Consider
- – Needs professional fitment and hood pins for a safe, flush result
- – Clear coat needs UV care (garage keeping or ceramic coat) to stay clear
How Seibon Builds Its Q60 Carbon Panels
Every panel here is genuine carbon fiber, not a vinyl wrap or a hydro-dipped imitation. Seibon hand-lays aerospace-grade 2x2 twill carbon cloth over a reinforced FRP (fiberglass) substrate, vacuum-seals and heat-cures the layup for consistent resin distribution, then finishes it with a UV-resistant gloss clear coat that gives the weave its wet, three-dimensional depth. That FRP-backed construction is what keeps a large panel like a hood or trunk rigid and true instead of oil-canning.
Because the clear coat is what protects the carbon from the sun, care matters: parking in the shade or a garage, and adding a ceramic coating, keeps the finish from yellowing over years of Florida sun — something we remind every customer at our Tampa, FL shop. Each Seibon exterior piece is backed by a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects.
Hand-laid 2x2 twill under a gloss clear coat gives Seibon's skirts their depth.
The Full Q60 Carbon Lineup: Hoods, Trunk, Skirts and Lips
A carbon build reads best when the pieces match. Seibon offers a coordinated V37 Q60 range so the hood, trunk and aero all share the same weave and clear coat. If the TSII hood is too aggressive for your taste, the OE-style hood delivers the carbon look in the factory shape. Here is the complete lineup we carry, in stock and ready to ship.
| Kit | Panel | Style | Part No. | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seibon TSII Carbon HoodTop Pick | Hood | TSII vented | HD17INFQ60-TSII | $1,440.00 |
| Seibon OE Carbon Hood | Hood | OE-style | HD17INFQ60-OE | $1,170.00 |
| Seibon OE Carbon Trunk Lid | Trunk | OE-style | TL17INFQ60-OE | $1,260.00 |
| Seibon TB Carbon Side Skirts | Side Skirts | TB-style | SS17INFQ60-TB | $1,485.00 |
| Seibon TB Carbon Front Lip | Front Lip | TB-style | FL17INFQ60-TB | $900.00 |
| Seibon TB Carbon Rear Lip | Rear Lip | TB-style | RL17INFQ60-TB | $900.00 |
Fitment, Installation and Care
All of these panels are engineered for the 2017–2020 Infiniti Q60 (V37) across Base, Premium, Sport and Pure trims, and because they bolt to the same body shell, they fit the twin-turbo Red Sport 400 as well. The hoods reuse the factory hinges and latch, and the trunk lid reuses the stock hardware, so no cutting is required — but like all aftermarket carbon body panels, they benefit from professional installation to dial in the panel gaps.
A few real-world install notes we give every Q60 owner: budget for hood pins, since a lighter carbon hood should never rely on the factory latch alone at highway speed; test-fit and align the lips and skirts before drilling or bonding; and let a new panel acclimate before final torque. Seibon's factory gel/clear coat is ready to wet-sand and paint or clear if you want body-color accents, and a quality ceramic coating is the cheapest insurance against UV yellowing.
The OE-style carbon trunk lid reuses factory hardware for a direct-fit rear.
Is the Seibon Q60 Carbon Package Worth It?
For a Q60 owner who wants a genuine carbon look that holds up under scrutiny, yes. Priced from about $900 for a lip to roughly $1,485 for the side skirts, Seibon sits in the sweet spot between cheap imitation carbon and full dry-carbon exotica — you get authentic hand-laid twill and direct-fit engineering without a body-shop project. Start with the TSII hood for the biggest visual and functional payoff, add the OE trunk to balance the look front-to-rear, then layer in the skirts and lips as budget allows. Every piece here is in stock at NLP Performance and currently carries an extra 10% off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Seibon carbon fiber parts fit my 2017-2020 Infiniti Q60?
Yes. Seibon's Q60 carbon hoods, trunk lid, side skirts and lips are engineered for the 2017–2020 V37 Infiniti Q60 across the Base, Premium, Sport and Pure trims, and because they bolt to the same body shell they also fit the twin-turbo Red Sport 400. The hoods reuse the factory hinges and latch and the trunk reuses stock hardware, so no cutting is required, though professional fitment is recommended to set the panel gaps.
Is the Seibon TSII hood real carbon fiber or a wrap?
It is genuine carbon fiber. Seibon hand-lays aerospace-grade 2x2 twill carbon cloth over a reinforced FRP substrate, vacuum-seals and heat-cures the layup, then seals it under a UV-resistant gloss clear coat. It is a structural carbon panel, not a vinyl wrap or a hydro-dipped imitation, which is why the weave has real three-dimensional depth.
How much lighter is a carbon fiber hood on the Q60?
A carbon hood removes weight from the highest and most forward point of the car, which helps the center of gravity. Be realistic about the number, though: the factory Q60 hood is aluminum, so the savings are a few pounds rather than the large drop you would see replacing a steel hood. The bigger wins on the V37 are the styling and, on the TSII hood, functional heat extraction.
Does the TSII vented hood actually help cool the VR30DDTT?
Yes, to a meaningful degree. The TSII hood's functional vents sit over the engine bay and let trapped hot air escape at speed, which helps the heat-soak-prone 3.0L twin-turbo VR30DDTT (300 hp in the 3.0t, 400 hp in the Red Sport 400) manage intake and underhood temperatures during hard driving and track use.
Do I need hood pins with a Seibon Q60 carbon hood?
Hood pins are strongly recommended. An aftermarket carbon hood is lighter than the OE aluminum panel, and relying on the factory latch alone at highway speed is a safety risk. Adding a quality set of hood pins is inexpensive insurance and standard practice for any carbon hood install.
How much does a full Seibon Q60 carbon setup cost?
Individually, Seibon's Q60 carbon pieces run from about $900 for a front or rear lip to roughly $1,485 for the side skirts, with the OE hood near $1,170, the trunk lid around $1,260, and the flagship TSII vented hood about $1,440. Most owners build in stages, starting with the hood. All pieces are in stock at NLP Performance in Tampa, FL.
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