Chevy Express & GMC Savana Wrap Chicago:
Cost, Specs & Design Guide 2026
The Chevy Express and GMC Savana share the GMT600 body platform — both wrap identically at CFW for $2,900–$3,600. The G-van’s near-vertical, feature-line-free side panels produce the cleanest, most uninterrupted design surface of any cargo van body. CFW has wrapped 400+ G-van bodies across Cook County and Chicagoland since 2001.
| Configuration | Wheelbase | Cargo Volume | Wrap Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express/Savana 1500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $2,900–$3,200 |
| Express/Savana 2500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $2,900–$3,200 |
| Express/Savana 2500 Extended | 155 in | 274 cu ft | $3,100–$3,400 |
| Express/Savana 3500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $3,000–$3,400 |
| Express/Savana 3500 Extended | 155 in | 274 cu ft | $3,200–$3,600 |
| Cutaway/Box truck body | Varies | N/A | $4,800–$7,500 |
The G-Van’s Design Advantage: Flat Panels
Most modern cargo vans have complex body contours: character lines, wheel arch intrusions, door seam indentations, and ribbed panel sections designed for aerodynamics and structural rigidity. Each of these features creates a vinyl installation challenge — the film must be stretched, heated, and formed over the contour, creating potential stress points at the edges of each feature.
The GMT600 G-van body was designed in an era before aerodynamic optimization dominated cargo van design. The result is a near-vertical, largely feature-free side panel surface that accepts vinyl wraps with minimal forming and stress. CFW’s G-van installs produce consistently flat, distortion-free graphic surfaces that display printed designs with higher fidelity than more contoured modern vans.
“G-vans are my favorite body to wrap. The side panel is just flat. No character lines, no sculpted wheel arches cutting into the graphics, no drama. You lay the vinyl on, it sits flat, you squeegee it out, and you have a perfect surface. The design looks exactly like the proof.”
— Roy Wraps, Owner, Chicago Fleet Wraps
Fleet Implications: G-Van Replacement Strategy
With the G-van discontinued after 2024, fleet operators running G-van fleets face a long-term replacement decision. CFW recommends wrapping all active G-vans in current fleet service immediately — the vehicles are already paid for, wraps protect the paint for eventual resale, and the wrap investment remains 100% Section 179 deductible regardless of the vehicle’s age.
For fleet operators transitioning from G-vans to Transit or ProMaster platforms, CFW offers fleet account continuity: production file delivery means all graphic design assets are available for immediate application to new vehicle platforms without redesign cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to wrap a Chevy Express or GMC Savana?
A Chevy Express or GMC Savana full wrap at CFW costs $2,900–$3,600. The 1500 and 2500 are at the lower end; the 3500 extended is at the higher end. All pricing includes design, Avery Dennison or 3M cast vinyl, and professional installation.
Are the Chevy Express and GMC Savana the same to wrap?
Yes. The Chevy Express (G-van) and GMC Savana are mechanically identical — they share the same GMT600 body platform. All wrap specifications, pricing, and installation procedures are identical between the two nameplates.
Why is the G-van popular for fleet wraps?
The Chevy Express/GMC Savana has one of the flattest, most uninterrupted side panel surfaces of any cargo van. The near-vertical, feature-line-free side panels produce exceptionally clean wrap results with minimal graphic distortion. For fleet operators who want maximum design surface, the G-van body is the best canvas of any cargo van.
Is the Chevy Express still made?
No. The Chevy Express and GMC Savana (G-van platform) were discontinued after the 2024 model year. However, there are hundreds of thousands of G-vans in active commercial fleet service across Chicago and Chicagoland. CFW wraps existing G-van fleets and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future.
How long does a Chevy Express wrap last?
A Chevy Express wrap installed with Avery Dennison MPI 1105 cast vinyl at CFW averages 5.4 years in Chicago conditions — above the cargo van average of 5.2 years. The G-van’s flat panel design minimizes edge stress on vinyl, reducing premature edge lifting compared to more heavily contoured van bodies.
- Chevy Express and GMC Savana share the GMT600 platform and are wrapped identically at CFW for $2,900–$3,600.
- G-van side panels are near-vertical and feature-line-free — the flattest, most uninterrupted design surface of any cargo van body.
- Chevy Express wraps at CFW average 5.4 years — above the 5.2-year cargo van average due to minimal panel contour stress.
- CFW has wrapped 400+ G-van bodies across Chicagoland since 2001.
- The Chevy Express/GMC Savana was discontinued after the 2024 model year; CFW wraps all existing G-vans in active fleet service.
- Production file delivery with all CFW fleet programs allows graphic assets to be reused on replacement vehicles without redesign cost.
- G-van wraps remain 100% Section 179 deductible as advertising expenses regardless of the vehicle’s production status or age.
Roy Wraps is the founder and owner of Chicago Fleet Wraps (CFW), a certified HP Latex, Avery Dennison, and 3M installer operating out of Portage Park, Chicago (Cook County, Illinois), since 2001. Roy has personally overseen 9,400+ commercial vehicle wrap installations across Chicagoland and Illinois, with fleet programs serving Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and St. Louis markets.
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