Car wrapping is a great way of turning heads. It’s the process of decorating of a vehicle with a film which can be printed, painted, or have other images. It is a type of vehicle personalisation, and a way to wrap the brand of any business on to a company’s car too. There are many benefits to car wrapping and some disadvantages as well. We spoke to the experts at Design911, who covers the pros and cons of car wrapping, so it could become clear when it’s best to use this technique and when it’s not.
Pros
1. It’s personal to you
With car wraps finishing more smoothly and designs tailored to your personality, more motorists are opting for them. Whether it’s a full body wrap or just the wheels, this personalisation gives you freedom to have a car unique to you. Not every wrap is a crazy colour; vinyl’s wraps really vary and allow you to change colours frequently without the permanence of a respray.
2. Preserves your cars resale value
Another great reason to protect your car is to preserve its resale value. If you want to sell your vehicle in its original condition, a vinyl wrap will prevent small chips and dings from stones or other road damage. The vinyl wrap acts as a protective layer for the original paintwork too, so any surface scratches can be easily fixed.
3. It’s removable
If you decide within a year or two that you no longer like the look of your car wrap, you can remove it! Removing a vinyl wrap is a slow process, and should be performed with care to ensure that you don’t damage the vehicle’s paint. Some tips include using a heat gun and a slow peel approach, however its best to take it to a professional to ensure no damage happens during the removal process.
4. Cost effective colour options
If you’re thinking about giving your car a new look and you aren’t sure if you want to commit to a complete repaint job, then a vinyl wrap could be the solution for you. A wrap is cheaper than paint, and it allows you to try out new colours and designs without committing to them permanently.
5. It’s eye-catching
Car wrapping presents an opportunity for businesses or individuals looking to get their product or service in front of the public eye. From pizza delivery trucks to landscaping businesses, a car wrapped in the company logo, colours, or slogan is a sure-fire way to attract attention. It also offers opportunities for those who have a driving route; there are companies who will pay to have their merchandise or services advertised on someone’s car. Car wrapping is the point at which different uses meet – yes, cars are wrapped for commercial purposes (police cars, ambulances and even race cars), but the technique is also used for private car modification.
Cons
1. You get what you pay for
The saying ‘you get what you pay for’ definitely applies when it comes to wrapping your car. Don’t try to wrap your car in cheap material if you’re looking for a quality finish. Quality wraps simply cost more money. If you decide to cut costs and try a DIY wrap or cheaper wrap, be aware that this could give you an inferior, less attractive finish.
2. Your original colour could seep through
One thing worth considering is that the finish of a vinyl wrap will suffer if it gets scuffed or scratched. The colour will begin to seep through, making it look less attractive, and eventually you’ll lose the protective element of the vinyl wrap.
3. There are legalities involved
If you plan to wrap your car in a full body wrap that will drastically alter its colour, you need to let your insurance company and the DVLA know. This can be a long process, and its more hassle if you’re only going to leave the wrap on your car for a short period of time. Before investing in an exterior wrap, check online and with your insurance company first.
4. Vinyl wraps require maintenance
To keep your vinyl wrap looking good, you need to follow some guidelines. Like paint, the less your vinyl wrap is exposed to sunlight, the longer it will last. But excessive sun exposure can “bake in” a vinyl wrap, making it harder to remove and significantly shorten its life span. Meaning if you park your car uncovered on the street and don’t keep it clean, it’s only going to last for a year or so.
5. Beware of car wrap scams
It’s true that there are companies that will pay you to advertise on your car via wrapping, but many scammers take advantage of this too. There’s a type of scam going around where they send you a check, you deposit it and wire most of it back. A non-existent appointment is made to wrap your car and pretty soon that check bounces and you’re on the hook for lots of money.
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