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Chicago Fleet Wraps · G-Van SpecialistsGMC Savana & Chevy Express Van Wrap Cost in Chicago:
GMC Savana & Chevy Express Van Wrap Cost in Chicago:
Install Specs & Design Guide 2026
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Roy Wraps — Owner, Chicago Fleet Wraps
HP Latex / Avery Dennison and 3M films. 19,400+ vehicles since 2001. Published: 2026-03-19 • Updated: 2026-04-10.
The Chevy Express and GMC Savana share the GMT600 body platform — both wrap identically at CFW for $4,200. 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 G-van bodies since 2001, starting in Las Vegas, and in Chicago since 2014.
$4,200
base price
5 to 7
years service life
19,400+
vehicles wrapped
GMT600
shared platform
| Configuration | Wheelbase | Cargo Volume | Wrap Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express/Savana 1500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $4,200 |
| Express/Savana 2500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $4,200 |
| Express/Savana 2500 Extended | 155 in | 274 cu ft | $4,200 |
| Express/Savana 3500 | 135 in | 239 cu ft | $4,200 |
| Express/Savana 3500 Extended | 155 in | 274 cu ft | $4,200 |
| Cutaway/Box truck body | Varies | N/A | $5,300–$9,200 |
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, Founder, 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 generally deductible as a business advertising expense 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.
Common Myth
“There’s no point wrapping a Chevy Express since they’re discontinued.”
The Fact
A G-van wrap installed today at $4,200 runs 5 to 7 years and is generally tax deductible. The vehicle’s production status has no effect on the wrap’s advertising value, tax treatment, or installation quality.
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 $4,200. The 1500, 2500 and 3500, standard or extended wheelbase, are all priced the same. 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 has an expected service life of 5 to 7 years in Chicago conditions. The G-van’s flat panel design minimizes edge stress on vinyl, reducing premature edge lifting compared to more heavily contoured van bodies.
Key Takeaways
- Chevy Express and GMC Savana share the GMT600 platform and are wrapped identically at CFW for $4,200.
- 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 have a 5 to 7 year service life, and the flat panels put minimal contour stress on the film.
- CFW wraps Chevy Express and GMC Savana vans across Chicagoland.
- 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 generally deductible as a business advertising expense regardless of the vehicle’s production status or age.
Related CFW Resources
Van Wraps Chicago — All Models →Cargo Van Wrap Chicago Guide →Fleet Wraps Chicago — From $4,200 →Fleet Wrap Cost Guide 2026 →Section 179 Tax Deduction Guide →About the Author
Roy Wraps is the founder and lead installer of Chicago Fleet Wraps (CFW), an Avery Dennison certified installer with in-house HP Latex printing. Roy has wrapped vehicles since 2001, starting in Las Vegas, and CFW has operated in Chicago since 2014. Roy has personally overseen 19,400+ commercial vehicle wrap installations across Chicagoland and Illinois, with fleet programs serving Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and St. Louis markets.
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“Post/Chevy Express Gmc Savana Wrap Guide. Same standard every time: the wrap goes on to protect the paint underneath, and it peels off clean years later. Twenty-five years in, that is just how we do it.”