CMST Full Carbon Fibre Nissan GT-R R35 Build
This is a fully carbon-fibre CMST conversion for the Nissan GT-R R35, built to a customer's specification with a carbon front lip, transparent carbon bonnet, full carbon fenders, carbon side skirts, a carbon rear lip with integrated brake light, and a rising rear wing. Every exterior panel in the build is dry carbon fibre, chosen for its low weight and its woven finish. The GT-R โ an icon to a generation of enthusiasts โ is exactly the kind of car that rewards this treatment: shedding weight while adding aero detail sharpens its handling and gives the twin-turbo coupe a unique, all-carbon identity.
- Vehicle: Nissan GT-R R35
- Build type: Full dry carbon-fibre custom specification
- Key pieces: Carbon front lip, transparent carbon bonnet, full carbon fenders, carbon side skirts, carbon rear lip with integrated brake light
- Rear wing: Rising (raised) carbon aerofoil
- Finish: Gloss-black bodywork with exposed carbon-weave panels
Why a full-carbon GT-R
The R35 GT-R holds a special place in performance-car culture โ for many enthusiasts it was the dream car, the giant-killer that delivered supercar pace from a Japanese coupe. Building one entirely in carbon fibre is both a statement and a genuine performance choice. Carbon panels are dramatically lighter than the steel and plastic items they replace, and reducing mass โ particularly the heavy steel bonnet over the front axle โ is the single most effective way to sharpen how a GT-R drives. This customer wanted the lot in carbon, and CMST built the kit to suit. View the platform's carbon options in the Nissan GT-R R35 Body Kit collection.
Front lip: aggression and front-end stability
The carbon front lip sets the tone, sharpening the GT-R's face and extending the leading edge of the bumper. Functionally, a front lip increases downforce over the front axle and lowers drag by managing the air that would otherwise pile up under the nose, which improves stability at speed. It is the piece that does the most to transform the front-end look while earning its place aerodynamically. Browse standalone options in the CMST front lip for Nissan collection.
Transparent carbon bonnet
The vented carbon bonnet carries a transparent reinforced window that displays the GT-R's hand-assembled twin-turbo V6 โ a piece of theatre that fits the car's engineering reputation. The bigger story is weight: a carbon bonnet is far lighter than the steel original and removes mass from high over the front axle, exactly where it most improves turn-in and weight transfer. The venting also helps extract heat from the engine bay. See bonnet options in the CMST hood for Nissan collection.
Full carbon fenders
The car runs full carbon fenders shaped with aerodynamics in mind. Beyond their weight saving, the fender design helps generate baseline downforce, working with the lip and underbody to keep the car planted to the road at speed. Carbon fenders are also a clear visual signal that this is a no-compromise, all-carbon build rather than a part-carbon dress-up. Fender options are in the CMST fenders for Nissan collection.
Carbon side skirts, moulded to the body
The carbon side skirts are taken from a mould of the original car, so they follow the exact curve of the GT-R's bodywork for a precise, factory-tight fit. A skirt that hugs the body cleanly improves airflow along the flanks and adds to high-speed stability, while the custom carbon construction is hard-wearing and resists deformation. The tight fit is what separates a quality skirt from a generic one. View options in the CMST side skirts for Nissan collection.
Rear: carbon lip and rising wing
The rear lip integrates a centre brake light and a spoiler function, so it both finishes the tail cleanly and contributes to airflow management, lowering drag and adding rear stability. Above it sits a rising (raised) carbon rear wing that gives the tail an assertive, ready-to-launch posture and adds visual depth and motorsport identity, while the raised aerofoil reduces friction drag and helps order the air leaving the car. Wing options are in the CMST wing for Nissan collection.
Why dry carbon fibre for the whole car
Going fully carbon is a deliberate trade-off worth understanding.
| Aspect | Full dry carbon build |
|---|---|
| Weight | Lightest possible panels; meaningful mass removed, especially over the front axle |
| Appearance | Exposed woven finish on every panel โ a cohesive, unmistakable all-carbon look |
| Rigidity | Stiff, resists flex; holds aero shapes precisely at speed |
| Consideration | Higher cost than FRP and best protected with UV-stable clear-coat; repairs need a carbon specialist |
For owners who want the absolute statement and the lightest panels, full carbon is the answer. Those balancing budget can mix carbon aero accents with paint-matched FRP arches and bumpers instead. Compare the range in the All Carbon Fibre Body Kit collection.
What "dry carbon" means and why it matters here
Not all carbon fibre is equal, and on a full-carbon build the distinction is worth knowing. Dry carbon โ the prepreg-and-autoclave process CMST uses โ pre-impregnates the carbon cloth with resin, then cures it under heat and pressure in a vacuum, which produces a panel with a high fibre-to-resin ratio. The result is lighter, stiffer and more consistent than the cheaper wet-lay (hand-laid) carbon found on budget parts, where excess resin adds weight and the finish can vary. For a car where the whole point is weight saving and a flawless, repeatable weave across every panel, dry carbon is the right choice and is what makes a cohesive all-carbon GT-R look as good in person as it does in photos.
Fitment and finish in Australia
A full carbon build is best installed by a workshop experienced with carbon panels and the R35 platform, with attention to panel gaps and secure mounting of the bonnet and wing. Exposed carbon should be protected with a quality UV-stable clear-coat and, where possible, kept out of prolonged harsh Australian sun to preserve the weave and resin. Confirm any bonnet, wing and ride-height changes meet your state's requirements. To plan a build, start with the Nissan GT-R R35 Body Kit collection or the broader Nissan Body Kit range.
Frequently asked questions
Is every panel on this GT-R build carbon fibre?
Yes. This is a full dry carbon-fibre specification: the front lip, bonnet, fenders, side skirts, rear lip and rear wing are all carbon. It was built to a customer's request for an all-carbon car.
What is the benefit of a transparent carbon bonnet?
It combines a major weight saving over the steel bonnet with a transparent reinforced window that displays the twin-turbo engine. The carbon panel removes mass from high over the front axle, which sharpens handling, and the venting helps release engine-bay heat.
Why are moulded-from-original side skirts better?
Skirts taken from a mould of the original car follow the exact body curve, so they fit tightly with consistent panel gaps. A close fit improves airflow along the body and looks far cleaner than a generic skirt that needs packing or trimming.
Does the rear lip really integrate a brake light?
Yes. The carbon rear lip incorporates a centre brake light and a spoiler function, so it serves a lighting role, finishes the tail and contributes to airflow management for added rear stability.
Is a full carbon build worth it over a part-carbon kit?
It depends on your goals. Full carbon gives the lightest panels and a cohesive all-carbon look, at higher cost. Mixing carbon aero accents with paint-matched FRP arches and bumpers is a more economical route that still saves weight on the key pieces.
How should exposed carbon be cared for in Australia?
Protect it with a UV-stable clear-coat, wash and dry it gently, and where possible avoid leaving the car in prolonged harsh sun. Good UV protection preserves the resin and keeps the weave looking crisp over time.
Want an all-carbon GT-R of your own? Explore the Nissan GT-R R35 Body Kit range at AME Motorsport, or contact our team to specify a full carbon build for your R35.