2005-13 Corvette C6 Replacment DRY CARBON FIBER Headlights Housing

Product Overview

Upgrade your Chevrolet Corvette C6 with the 05-13 Corvette C6 GM Factory Replacement Dry Carbon Fiber Headlights Housing—a premium OEM-style replacement designed for performance and aesthetics. This pair of headlight housings is crafted from high-quality pre-preg dry carbon fiber, offering unmatched durability, strength, and lightweight efficiency. The factory-style fit ensures a perfect match to your C6’s original headlights, maintaining OEM precision while giving your front end a striking carbon fiber finish that enhances both style and aerodynamics.

Ideal for enthusiasts seeking to restore, refresh, or modernize their C6’s appearance, this headlight housing set fits all 2005–2013 Chevrolet Corvette C6 models, including Base, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 trims.

Each package includes:
1 x Pair of Corvette C6 Factory OEM Replacement Style Carbon Fiber Front Headlight Housing Covers (Left & Right).
Please note, hardware is not included—you can re-use your existing OEM mounting components.

Every detail is engineered to OEM standards, ensuring seamless integration with factory mounting points. With its dry carbon construction, this headlight housing offers a genuine motorsport-inspired finish while reducing front-end weight for improved balance and performance.

Key Features

The 05–13 Corvette C6 Dry Carbon Fiber Headlights Housing is built for those who demand excellence in form and function. Each housing is produced from 100% pre-preg dry carbon fiber, known for its superior strength-to-weight ratio and precise weave pattern. The dry carbon process enhances structural integrity, prevents air bubbles, and delivers a smooth, consistent finish with deep carbon texture and UV-resistant coating.

Designed in the Factory OEM Replacement Style, these housings ensure an exact fit with your factory headlights, eliminating any gaps or misalignment issues. This upgrade not only boosts your Corvette’s appearance but also improves cooling airflow and resistance to environmental wear. The carbon fiber finish complements other exterior carbon accents, allowing for a fully cohesive performance aesthetic.

Whether you’re restoring a well-loved Corvette or building a show-ready track machine, this replacement headlight housing elevates the look and feel of your vehicle with premium materials and precision craftsmanship.

Installation

Installation is straightforward and designed for direct factory replacement. The clip-on design aligns with original mounting points, allowing you to reuse OEM hardware for a secure, professional fit. While the process is direct, professional installation is recommended for best results and to protect the carbon fiber finish.

Vehicle Compatibility

FITMENT Fits ALL 2005-2013 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Models

Year	Make	Model	Trim
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	427 Convertible 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Convertible 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Hatchback 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2013	Chevrolet	Corvette	ZR1 Hatchback 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Convertible 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Hatchback 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2012	Chevrolet	Corvette	ZR1 Hatchback 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Convertible 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Hatchback 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2011	Chevrolet	Corvette	ZR1 Hatchback 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Convertible 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	Grand Sport Hatchback 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2010	Chevrolet	Corvette	ZR1 Hatchback 2-Door
2009	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2009	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2009	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2009	Chevrolet	Corvette	ZR1 Hatchback 2-Door
2008	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2008	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2008	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2007	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2007	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2007	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2006	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2006	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door
2006	Chevrolet	Corvette	Z06 Hatchback 2-Door
2005	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Convertible 2-Door
2005	Chevrolet	Corvette	Base Hatchback 2-Door

About Dry Carbon Fiber

Dry Carbon Fiber vs Wet Carbon Fiber — What’s the Difference?

Not all carbon fiber parts are made the same. The biggest distinction comes down to how the carbon is processed — commonly known as dry carbon and wet carbon. Both use genuine carbon fiber weave, but the production method, finish, and performance are completely different.

Manufacturing Process

Dry carbon fiber parts are produced using a pre-preg (pre-impregnated) carbon cloth, where the exact amount of resin is pre-applied by the manufacturer. These sheets are then vacuum-sealed and cured under high pressure and temperature in an autoclave, removing excess air and resin.
The result is a light, extremely strong, and precisely formed component — the same process used in motorsport and aerospace applications.

Wet carbon fiber, on the other hand, uses a hand-lay or wet-lay method. The carbon cloth is laid into a mold and liquid resin is manually brushed or poured over it before curing. Because it’s not vacuum-bagged or autoclave-cured, there’s usually more trapped resin and air pockets, leading to a heavier part and a less uniform finish.

Weight & Strength

Dry carbon fiber is roughly 30–50% lighter than wet carbon. This is due to the controlled resin ratio — just enough to bind the fibers without unnecessary weight.
By comparison, wet carbon or carbon-over-fiberglass parts can be up to 70% heavier, since excess resin and fiberglass layers add mass without increasing stiffness.
For reference:

• Carbon Fiber Density: ~1.55 g/cm³
• Fiberglass Density: ~2.6 g/cm³

Dry carbon also offers a much higher modulus of elasticity (~125 GPa), giving it outstanding rigidity under stress — ideal for aerodynamic and high-load components.

Visual & Structural Differences

• Backside: A true dry carbon piece will look identical front and back — you can see the same woven pattern throughout.
  Wet carbon or fiberglass-backed parts often have a dull, uneven underside with visible fiberglass texture or color variation.
• Edges: Solid dry carbon has clean, uniform black edges.
  Wet carbon or overlay parts may show a white or grey line along the edge, revealing the fiberglass underneath — sometimes hidden with black paint trim.
• Finish: Dry carbon typically has a consistent matte or satin finish, while wet carbon can appear glossy but uneven due to hand-applied resin.