How much does it cost to wrap a car? 

Although the dealers at the Beach Boulevard of Cars in Huntington Beach, CA, offer vehicles in many different colors, you may want a particular shade that doesn’t exist for the model you want. Or maybe you want a special design emblazoned on the hood and body sides or need to advertise your business on a commercial van or truck? The solution to both issues is to get your car wrapped in high-quality vinyl.

Advantages

With a vinyl wrap, your vehicle assumes any color or design your imagination can create. The process also preserves your vehicle’s original finish and protects it from dirt, scratches, bird droppings, and too much sun or rain. If you get tired of your current wrap, you can have it removed to restore the car to its original paint job or to have a new wrap installed.

Questions to Ask

Because wrapping a car is an involved process, both you and the professional applying the wrap need to answer a few questions.

• What is the make and model of the vehicle? The size and shape of your car determine the complexity and time it takes for the wrap and, ultimately, the cost.
• Are there any exterior after-market additions? If you add any custom parts and accessories, the unique surfaces and angles can increase the cost.
• What hue do you want? You can pick from three vinyl finishes: matte, gloss, or satin.
• What parts do you want wrapped? You can cover the entire vehicle for a new look for a higher cost. But if you want a unique design only on the hood and trunk or want to advertise your enterprise on the body sides and rear swing-out doors, the price will be cheaper.
• How long does the wrap last? Depending on whether you park your car in a garage or under the hot Orange County sun, the thickness and quality of the wrap, and the expertise of the wrap professional, your vinyl wrap lasts about three to seven years.
• How does the wrap affect your warranty? Because a vinyl wrap is an easily removed addition, it will not affect your general warranty when it comes to getting repairs. However, it may affect your paint warranty, so consult your original warranty for details.

Costs

Wrapping a car costs anywhere from $8 to $19 a square foot, with installation affecting most of the price. J.D. Power breaks down the cost for different vehicle types:

• Compact car: about $2,000.
• Sedan: about $3,000.
• Compact crossover: starts at $3,500.
• Full-size SUV: starts at $4,000.
• Luxury sports car: starts at about $5,000 and goes above $10,000 for exotic cars.

If you need more information or want recommendations on car wrap professionals who get the job done right, please contact one of the dealers at Beach Boulevard of Cars.