How much does it cost to wrap a car?

October 30, 2016 9:23 AM

One color, nothing super fancy, average size car. In the US.
posted by fixedgear to Grab Bag (2 answers total)

Why would you not call and get a quote?

Mr Google says between $2K and $5K, depending on vehicle, type of wrap, complexity of shape etc.
posted by Brockles at 9:34 AM on October 30, 2016

I have looked into this briefly. A lot depends on the car, the firm doing the work and the area in which you live. To wrap it properly, the entire outside of the car is taken apart. All trim, the headlights, taillights, and in some cases bumpers and glass. Depending on the car, that can be very time consuming to take apart and properly re-install. Also, like a standard paint job, some firms are known to be higher end and some do a "quick and dirty" job.

Brockles is (once again) dead on. Call shops near you and get a quote. My neighbor had his Mercedes AMG wrapped in a solid grey color and it took them about a week to do it and cost him (self reported) $5600. I called about an old Ford Ranger that I was considering wrapping and the cost was $3750.

I strongly suggest looking closely at some of the work the shop has done. Up close, some look much better than others. I also think the wrap itself can be different grades, but that is from observation. I opted to wait on getting my truck wrapped so I have no direct experience with the final product.
posted by AugustWest at 10:51 PM on October 30, 2016