3M vinyl wraps · Santa Ana, CA
Vinyl car wraps in Santa Ana, CA
Change your car’s color, or just the details, with 3M Wrap Film Series 2080: gloss, high gloss, satin, matte, metallic, color flip and textured finishes. Installed by a 3M Pro Shop for drivers across Orange County.
Name the color in the form, or text a screenshot to 626‑782‑1822. We reply with options and a written quote.
Who it’s for
A new look without a repaint
A color change wrap goes over your factory paint instead of replacing it. When you’re ready for something different, it can come off.
Color change without commitment: try a color your car was never offered in, and keep the factory paint underneath.
Leased cars: a reversible change, as long as your lease terms allow it.
Chrome delete and blackout fans: gloss or satin black trim, badges and window surrounds.
Detail-focused builds: a contrast roof, hood, mirrors or stripes instead of a full wrap.
Enthusiasts and show cars: deep gloss, metallic and pearl finishes that read like paint.
Finishes
3M Wrap Film Series 2080
3M’s color-change wrap film, with nearly 100 colors, patterns and textures. Gloss and high gloss colors come with a protective film layer that reduces surface impressions and scratches during installation.
Gloss gunmetal grey · Mazda RX-7 FD
Satin dark bronze · Tesla Cybertruck
Satin blue · Tesla Cybertruck
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Gloss and high gloss
Paint-like solid colors. 3M rates its high gloss line for 250% better reflected image quality than a typical premium cast vinyl.
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Metallic, pearl and sparkle
Color effects that catch the light the way metallic or pearl paint does.
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Satin
A soft sheen between gloss and matte.
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Matte
A flat, low-sheen finish for an understated look.
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Color flip and textures
Color-shifting films, plus brushed, carbon fiber and textured finishes for accents or full wraps.
3M Wrap Film Series 2080
Dual cast film, 3.5 mil without adhesive
3M Controltac™ and Comply™ adhesive technology
60-inch rolls wrap most panels without seams
Removes cleanly within the 3M warranty period
Wrap colors never look the same on a phone as they do in sunlight. Visit the shop to hold swatches against your car in daylight before you choose.
Want a color change with paint protection built in? See 3M Protection Wrap Film
Coverage
Full color change or just the details
Wrap the whole car, or change only the parts that matter to you. Partial wraps are a fast way to transform a car’s look.
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Full color change
Every painted exterior panel in one color and finish. Door jambs can be added for a more complete look when the doors are open; ask about them during your consult.
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Partial wraps and accents
Roof: a gloss black or contrast roof
Hood: a contrast or satin hood
Mirror caps
Chrome delete: window trim, grille surrounds and badges in gloss or satin black
Trim and pillar blackouts
Aero accents: spoilers, lips, splitters and diffusers
Stripes: racing stripes or custom accent stripes
Warranty coverage depends on the film and the surface it goes on, so we’ll walk you through what applies to your car, including chrome delete work.
Compare
Vinyl wrap vs color protection film
Both change your car’s color. The difference is what the film is made of and how much protection comes with it.
Material
Polyurethane film
Thickness
3.5 mil without adhesive, 4.5 mil with adhesive
7.5 to 9 mil with adhesive, depending on color
Self-healing
No
Yes, minor scratches disappear with heat
Impact protection
Cosmetic layer; shields paint from light scuffs but can chip or scratch
Made to help protect against rock chips, scratches and stains
Finish options
Widest range: nearly 100 colors, patterns and textures in gloss, high gloss, satin, matte, metallic, color flip and more
Gloss and matte colors, plus color flips and textures
Warranty term
Up to 8 years on vertical surfaces and up to 3 years on hoods, roofs and trunks, depending on climate zone (shorter in desert areas)
10 years on vehicles
Removability
3M guarantees it removes cleanly within the warranty period
3M guarantees it removes cleanly within the warranty period
Warranty coverage
3M MCS™ warranty against defects, including yellowing, bubbling or cracking. Non-transferable; terms apply
3M consumer warranty against yellowing, bubbling and cracking. Non-transferable; terms apply
Cost tier
Lower. The most budget-friendly way to change color
Premium. More material and more install time
Choose vinyl for the widest color choice and a lower cost. Choose 3M Protection Wrap Film when you want a new color and paint protection in one film.
Process
How a wrap comes together
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Consult and color choice
We look at swatches with you in daylight, settle on full or partial coverage, and check your paint. Vinyl follows the surface underneath, so chips, peeling clear coat or recent paintwork need to be discussed first.
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Wash and decontamination
A thorough wash, clay and a final wipe-down so the adhesive bonds to bare, clean paint.
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Disassembly where needed
Handles, badges, lights or trim come off where needed so film can tuck behind edges instead of stopping short. Everything goes back on after install.
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Install
Film is dry-applied in large sections, laid in the same direction on every panel and taken from the same production lot so the color stays consistent from panel to panel.
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Post-heat
Every stretched area, recess and edge is post-heated so the film holds its shape and edges stay down.
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Quality check
Reassembly, inspection under lights, a final edge check and an aftercare walkthrough at pickup.
How long it takes
A full color change is a multi-day appointment, while partial work like a roof or chrome delete takes less time. Timing depends on the vehicle, the finish and how much disassembly is involved, and we confirm it with your quote.
Aftercare
Keep your wrap looking new
First wash: wait at least 48 hours after install.
Hand wash with a mild car wash soap. Skip tunnel washes with brushes.
If you use a pressure washer, keep it well back from the surface and never aim it at edges or seams.
Clean off fuel spills, bird droppings and bugs right away.
No wax, polish or solvent cleaners, especially on satin and matte finishes. 3M’s 2080 warranty excludes ceramic coatings and other aftermarket additions, so check with us before applying anything.
Park in a garage or shade when you can. Hoods, roofs and trunks face the sun directly and have the shortest rated life.
See a lifted edge? Bring the car in early, before dirt gets under it.
Projects
Recent wrap projects
Color changes, chrome deletes and accent wraps from our Santa Ana shop.
FAQ
Vinyl wrap FAQ
Straight answers about wraps, care and timing. Still have a question? Call / Text 626‑782‑1822
Start your wrap
Bring us your color idea
Send your car’s year, make and model and the color or finish you have in mind. Name it in the form, or text a screenshot to 626‑782‑1822. We’ll reply with options and a written quote. Want to see 3M swatches in person? Visit the shop at 1901 Carnegie Ave Suite 1B, Santa Ana.
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Hours
Mon–Sat 9:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday by appointment only
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