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| Vehicle Make | Audi |
| Vehicle Model & Chassis | S5 A5 S-line (with s-line bumper, does not base model) B8.5 |
| Vehicle Year | 2012-2016 |
| Vehicle Body Type | 4 Door Sedan 2 Door Coupe 2 Door Convertible |
| Brand | Karbel Carbon |
| Product Category | Body Trim |
| Installation Method | Add on with double-sided tape or/and adhesive. |
| Professional Installation Recommendation | Professional installation recommended. |
| Installation Guide | Call in for instructions. |
| Package Content | Upper Valences x1 Pair (2 pcs) |
| Material |
Pre-preg Carbon: - Real Pre-preg (Dry) Carbon Fiber with UV Protection Clearcoat. |
| Carbon Pattern Options |
Woven 3k (default option): Woven Carbon Fiber (Standard 2x2 or 3k) - the most common carbon fiber weave. 2x2 weave woven carbon fiber is the default if listing does not specify the pattern. Woven 3K carbon fiber is a lightweight and high-strength material made from bundles of 3,000 carbon filaments (referred to as "3K") that are woven into a fabric pattern, typically in a twill or plain weave. It offers excellent tensile strength, stiffness, and durability while maintaining a sleek, smooth appearance with a distinctive checkerboard pattern.
Forged (20% extra charge, made to order): Forged carbon fiber - a composite material made from randomly arranged, short carbon fiber strands combined with resin and compressed in a mold. Forged carbon fiber offers greater design flexibility compared to 3K woven carbon fiber, as it can be molded into more complex shapes without compromising structural integrity. Its random fiber orientation reduces weak points caused by the directional patterns in 3K weaves, enhancing impact resistance. Additionally, it has a unique aesthetic appeal, with a marbled texture that stands out from the uniform weave of 3K carbon fiber.
*To place order for other bespoke or creative options, please email or call in.
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| Finish Options | Gloss Finish (default option) / Matte Finish (made to order) |
| Estimate Installation Hours | 1 Hour |
| Additional Information |
Pre-preg Carbon Specialist
At Karbel we make sure to offer our clients the best quality of selection of carbon fiber parts, as well as provide them with superb customer service.
Our products are made of dry carbon fiber, which is third generation of carbon fiber material characterized by its lightweight and strength. The dry carbon fiber fabric is weaved with resin pre-impregnated carbon fiber called "prepreg" in carbon fiber industry. Prepreg reaches optimal resin/carbon ratio to strive for its characteristics. Thus during the carbon parts manufacture process, there is no resin application needed when molding. This is why we call it “Dry” carbon fiber. Autoclave process is another important step to finish our product. In the autoclave, the high pressure and temperature are the key to our products’ tensile strength, which could be 15 times higher than steel's. Unlike the Wet carbon fiber where the resin is applied into carbon fiber cloth to form sturdy structure, dry carbon fiber parts are generally 50% lighter than those made of wet carbon fiber, and the strength of these two materials are also different. That is why carbon inlays and interiors use wet carbon fiber.
Return and Exchange Policy
DOMESTIC ORDERS RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY
Return Periods:
IN STOCK ITEMS* = STORE CREDIT: 48 hours from time of receiving product
MADE TO ORDER/SPECIAL ORDER/CUSTOM MADE ITEMS = STORE CREDIT: subject to approval
* New products must be in original packaging, in new condition, and must not have been installed. If item is used, altered, or damaged in any way, return will be declined.
Return Fees and Shipping:
NEW PRODUCTS* - CORRECT ITEM & FUNCTIONAL: 20% restocking fee + shipping + return shipping + 5.2% transaction fee
NEW PRODUCTS - CORRECT ITEM & DAMAGED ITEM: refund/credit value subject to 3rd party shipping insurance claim. Credit applies towards replacement. Cancellation subject to 20% restocking fee + 5.2% transaction fee.
NEW PRODUCTS - INCORRECT ITEM (CUSTOMER ERROR): 20% restocking fee + shipping + return shipping + 5.2% transaction fee
NEW PRODUCTS - INCORRECT ITEM (MERCHANT ERROR): replacement, must return incorrect or defective item. Subject to lead time for replacement item.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS: no returns
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS - DEFECTIVE / INCORRECT ITEM (MERCHANT ERROR): replacement, must return incorrect or defective item. Subject to lead time for replacement item.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS - DAMAGED ITEM: replacement if customer opted in and paid for "PREMIUM SHIPPING PROTECTION" (2% of item's value) during check out. Subject to lead time for replacement item. No replacement or refunds if customer did not opt in and/or pay for "PREMIUM SHIPPING PROTECTION".
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY
Return Periods:
IN STOCK ITEMS* = STORE CREDIT: no returns
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS = STORE CREDIT: no returns
* New products must be in original packaging, in new condition, and must not have been installed. If item is used, altered, or damaged in any way, return will be declined.
Return Fees and Shipping:
NEW PRODUCTS* - CORRECT ITEM & FUNCTIONAL: 20% restocking fee + shipping + return shipping + 5.2% transaction fee
NEW PRODUCTS - CORRECT ITEM & DAMAGED ITEM: refund/credit value subject to 3rd party shipping insurance claim. Credit applies towards replacement. Cancellation subject to 20% restocking fee + 5.2% transaction fee.
NEW PRODUCTS - INCORRECT ITEM (CUSTOMER ERROR): 20% restocking fee + shipping + return shipping + 5.2% transaction fee
NEW PRODUCTS - INCORRECT ITEM (MERCHANT ERROR): replacement, must return incorrect or defective item. Subject to lead time for replacement item.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS: no returns
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS - DEFECTIVE / INCORRECT ITEM (MERCHANT ERROR): replacement, must return incorrect or defective item. Subject to lead time for replacement item.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS - DAMAGED ITEM: replacement if customer opted in and paid for "PREMIUM SHIPPING PROTECTION" (2% of item's value) during check out. Subject to lead time for replacement item. No replacement or refunds if customer did not opt in and/or pay for "PREMIUM SHIPPING PROTECTION".
Damaged Items & Lost Packages
Merchant provides shipping insurance ONLY if customer opts-in for "PREMIUM SHIPPING PROTECTION". Protection covers items for damage during transit. For insurance to be valid, please do make sure to CHECK FOR SHIPPING DAMAGE "ON THE SPOT" while delivery driver is on site. Otherwise, your claim will be DECLINED. If there is shipping damage, let the delivery driver MARK DOWN the damage ON THE SPOT (please make sure to take photos and keep the box) and REJECT the package.
Covers:
Does not cover:
* Customers are responsible for their package once an item has been delivered. Please ensure that the package is in a secure environment upon delivery.
** Bodyshops are known to break items during installation. If damage is not identified AT TIME OF DELIVERY, please TAKE YOUR COMPLAINT TO THE BODYSHOP.
*** Bodyshops are known to lose items while items are "just sitting there", or "never touched them". If missing items are not identified AT TIME OF DELIVERY, please TAKE YOUR COMPLAINT TO THE BODYSHOP.
CANCELLATION POLICY
IN STOCK ITEMS - 20% restocking fees apply. 5.2% transaction fees cannot be refunded.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS (Manufacturing started) - 30% restocking fees apply. 5.2% transaction fees cannot be refunded.
MADE TO ORDER ITEMS (Manufacturing not yet started) - 5.2% transaction fees cannot be refunded.
SPEICAL ORDER/CUSTOM MADE ITEMS - not cancellable
*Shipping cost will be refunded less 5.2% transaction fees.
Please specify the year of your vehicle and any sub-trim models your vehicle may have and pay close attention to detail in product photos. Item listings will have in the description the models the item will be compatible with. If you are still unsure, please contact one of our sales representatives.
Our lead times for all parts range between 2 ½ to 3 months! We may already have your item incoming! To check, please call one our sales representatives! In stock items ship out between 2-4 business days after purchase (US and Canada). For international orders, please contact one of our sales representatives (stocking is different for international orders).
FRP is NOT Carbon Fiber and is a composite material of carbon polymers and fiberglass. Coming in a fresh sanded and primed finish, FRP is ready for paint or wrap! Carbon Fiber, depending on the brand and part, can be offered in Pre-Preg or Vacuum Carbon. Carbon Fiber is a woven pattern of carbon fibers, standard in a 3k weave.
-Pre-Preg, also known as Dry Carbon, is a much more durable and lighter form of Carbon Fiber. Baked into its mold, Pre-Preg Carbon has the mold resin pre integrated into the piece.
-Vacuum Carbon Fiber, also known as Wet Carbon, is placed into its mold with resin and vacuum sealed into its form. Both have the same finish but have different structural formulas.
Yes we do! We offer Affirm and Shop Pay installments! Please view these payment options at checkout, and yes, you do need to be approved to finance!
We sure do! Please contact us and speak with one of our sales representatives for your custom order inquiry!
Yes! All deliveries are signature required and we do ask to inspect package and item before signature to assure item is not damaged. If item is damaged DO NOT sign or accept the package and contact us!
Commercial is only needed for freight deliveries. A commercial address can be any place of business on commercial property such as an auto shop, dealership, store, bank, etc. Residential address is and place of residence such as your home, apartment, town home, etc.
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