A full wrap covers the painted surfaces of the bakkie in vinyl, so the original colour no longer shows. It can be a printed design with logos and imagery, or a solid colour change with a few graphics added on top. Because every panel is covered, the finish is uniform and the vehicle looks purpose-made.
Full wraps are chosen by companies that want a bakkie to double as a mobile advertisement, by sales teams whose vehicles visit clients, and by owners who want to change colour without a respray. They are also used on newer vehicles to protect paint that the owner wants to keep in good order.
What we can brand
- Bonnet and front wings
- Doors and cab pillars
- Bin sides and headboard
- Tailgate
- Roof
- Canopy, if fitted
- Bumpers and trimoptional
What a full wrap covers
On a bakkie, a full wrap normally includes the bonnet, front wings, doors, rear wings and bin sides, tailgate, and sometimes the roof and the load-bin headboard. Door jambs, bumpers, mirrors and trim may be covered or left depending on the design and budget. We list exactly what is included on your quotation so there is no surprise at handover.
Design considerations
A full wrap lets the design flow across the whole vehicle, but it also demands care. Panels meet at shut lines, and text or logos placed on a join will break. We set the artwork on a scaled template of your exact model and keep important elements away from gaps, handles and body creases. Large photographs and gradients look best on flat areas, while logos belong on the doors and tailgate where they are read.
Contrast matters too. A dark wrap hides dirt but absorbs heat, a light wrap shows mud but stays cooler. We discuss these trade-offs with you rather than choosing for you.
Materials and finish
Full wraps use cast vinyl, which is thin and conformable enough to stretch into recesses and over curves without shrinking back. A gloss, satin or matte laminate protects the print and sets the final look. Material warranties depend on the film and the application, and we confirm the details on your quotation. Reflective vinyl can be added to specific areas for night visibility.
Preparation and installation
The bakkie must be clean, free of rust and in sound paint condition. We inspect it before quoting, and removable parts such as door handles, badges and lights may be taken off for a cleaner edge. Installation happens at our Rivonia studio or, subject to site conditions and scheduling, on site at your depot. Time on the job depends on the design and the vehicle and is confirmed on your quotation.
Looking after a wrap
Hand washing, avoiding high-pressure jets at the edges and parking in shade where possible extend the life of the film. Our wrap care guide gives the full routine. When the wrap reaches the end of its life, we can remove it and apply a new design, as covered under rebranding.
Suitable branding options
At a glance
Bakkie full wraps cover every painted panel in vinyl, so the original colour no longer shows and the vehicle becomes a complete branded asset. A full wrap can be a printed design with logos, photography and pattern, or a solid colour change with a few graphics added. For businesses that want the strongest possible presence on the road, a full bakkie wrap delivers it across doors, bonnet, roof, bin sides and tailgate as one unified design.
A full wrap also protects the paint beneath from light scratching and sun fade, and it can be removed later when the vehicle is sold, provided the factory paint is sound. We check the condition of the bodywork from your photos before quoting, because chipped clearcoat, rust or repaired panels affect how vinyl behaves. Artwork is built on an accurate template for your make and model, with seams placed where they are least visible. Companies in Johannesburg, Sandton, Pretoria, Midrand, Centurion, Durban and Cape Town can request a quote for a single full bakkie wrap or a matched fleet. Installation is at our Rivonia studio or arranged elsewhere, and studio visits are by appointment only.
Common questions
Can I wrap a bakkie with a damaged paint finish?
Not reliably. Vinyl follows the surface beneath it, and loose or flaking paint can lift with the film. We inspect before quoting.
Does a full wrap change my vehicle's registration details?
Check with your insurer and licensing authority if you change the colour of a registered vehicle. We can advise on what to ask but cannot give legal advice.
Will a wrap fit a bakkie with a canopy?
Yes. The canopy is wrapped as a separate piece so the design continues from cab to canopy.
Can the wrap be removed without damage?
On sound factory paint, yes. We quote removal separately.
How do I compare a wrap to a respray?
A wrap is reversible and can carry printed artwork. A respray is permanent. The better choice depends on your use of the vehicle.