Pop the hood on an F8X M car and the first thing you see is a slab of black plastic sitting on top of one of the best twin-turbo sixes BMW M ever built. The S55 deserves better than that. So do you, every time you show the car at a meet or check the oil in your own garage.
The Dinan Gloss Carbon Fiber Engine Cover is a direct replacement for the factory plastic engine cover on the BMW F80 M3, F82 and F83 M4, and F87 M2 Competition. It swaps the most visible surface in the engine bay for real 2x2 twill carbon fiber with a deep gloss finish, and it goes on in about 15 minutes with no modifications.
Real Carbon Fiber Engine Cover, Not a Wrap
This is 100% genuine carbon fiber, not a vinyl overlay or hydro-dipped OEM cover. The 2x2 twill is meticulously laid so the weave runs straight and uniform across the whole part, then sealed under a gloss clear coat for UV protection. It follows the shape of the factory cover, so it sits in the stock location and lines up with everything around it.
Carbon Fiber Engine Cover Fitment and Legal Status
Worried about fit? It is a direct replacement for the S55 factory cover, and Dinan includes the grommets, so there is nothing to cut or drill. Because it is a cosmetic part that does not touch the intake, fuel or emissions systems, it is legal for sale and use in all 50 states, California included. Dinan part number D590-0006. Sold by AutoTecknic, an authorized Dinan dealer.
What's Included
- Dinan gloss 2x2 twill carbon fiber engine cover
- Mounting grommets
Key Features
- 100% genuine 2x2 twill carbon fiber with a meticulously laid, uniform weave
- Gloss clear coat with UV protection
- Direct replacement for the factory S55 plastic engine cover
- Grommets included, no cutting or drilling
- About 15 minutes to install
- 50-state legal cosmetic upgrade
Vehicle Fitment
Fits the following S55-powered BMW M models:
- BMW M2 Competition / F87 Coupe (2019-2021): M2 Competition
- BMW M3 / F80 Sedan (2015-2018): M3
- BMW M4 / F82 Coupe (2015-2020): M4
- BMW M4 / F83 Convertible (2015-2020): M4 Convertible
Does not fit the non-Competition F87 M2 (N55 engine).
Installation Notes
This is one of the easiest upgrades you can make to an F8X M car. Dinan rates it at 0.25 hours, and you need no special tools. Do it on a cool engine.
- Let the engine cool completely.
- Lift the factory plastic engine cover straight up off its mounting points.
- Fit the supplied grommets to the Dinan carbon fiber cover.
- Align the cover over the mounting points and press it down evenly until it seats.
