Gloss Black is a premium high-gloss cast vinyl wrap that delivers a deep, rich, piano-black paint-like finish. It offers excellent conformability, durability, UV protection, and scratch resistance. Perfect for full vehicle wraps, accents, interior/exterior parts, and any non-porous surface. Provides a clean, modern, and professional look that enhances any vehicle.
Gloss Black Car Wrap across every major brand — specs, pricing and install difficulty side by side. Click Compare to open the table.
3M — 2080 Series 2080-G12Pro standard
2080 Series · 🇺🇸 USA
Thickness
3.5 mil
Warranty
8 yr
Air release
Controltac™ + Comply™
UV resist
High
Self heal
No
DIY ease
4.0/5
Why 3M: Industry standard used by professional installers worldwide. Controltac™ adhesive is the pro installer choice.
3M 2080 Series Gloss Black (G12) – Multi-layer cast vinyl with Controltac™ and Comply™ air release channels. Provides slideability, repositionability, and bubble-free application. Excellent for complex curves, rivets, and deep recesses.
Avery Dennison — SW900 Supreme SW900-190-OBest for DIY
SW900 Supreme · 🇺🇸 USA
Thickness
3.2 mil
Warranty
10 yr
Air release
Easy Apply RS™
UV resist
High
Self heal
No
DIY ease
5.0/5
Why Avery Dennison: Easiest install in class — 5/5 DIY ease. Best warranty for the price.
Avery Dennison SW900 Supreme Gloss Black (SW900-190-O) – Dual-layer cast film with Easy Apply™ RS adhesive. Delivers a smooth, vibrant, paint-like high-gloss finish with superior repositionability, slideability, and excellent conformability to deep recesses and contours.
Oracal — 970RA Series 970RA-070Best longevity
970RA Series · 🇩🇪 Germany
Thickness
4.25 mil
Warranty
10–12 yr
Air release
RapidAir®
UV resist
High
Self heal
No
DIY ease
3.0/5
Why Oracal: Thickest standard film at 4.25 mil. Best-in-class longevity up to 12 years.
ORACAL 970RA Series Gloss Black (970RA-070) – Premium cast vinyl film with RapidAir® technology. Features a smooth, high-gloss paint-like finish with excellent depth and clarity. The film includes color and transparent protective layers for enhanced durability and a dazzling appearance. Superior conformability to deep recesses, compound curves, rivets, and corrugations.
KPMF — K75400 Series K88021Show builds
K75400 Series · 🇬🇧 UK
Thickness
3.3–4.0 mil
Warranty
7 yr
Air release
Airelease
UV resist
High + UV coat
Self heal
No
DIY ease
3.0/5
Why KPMF: Premium positioning. Best for show builds. Pro install recommended.
KPMF K88000 Series Gloss Black (K88021) – Premium polymeric calendared vinyl with Airelease adhesive. Offers outstanding dimensional stability, excellent durability, and good conformability for vehicle wraps. Removable with heat/chemicals under controlled conditions.
Hexis — SKINTAC HX20000 HX20890BBest finish depth
SKINTAC HX20000 · 🇫🇷 France
Thickness
3.94–4.33 mil
Warranty
7 yr
Air release
HEX'Press®
UV resist
High
Self heal
No
DIY ease
3.5/5
Why Hexis: European-engineered HEX'Press® adhesive delivers exceptional color depth.
Hexis SKINTAC HX20000 Series Gloss Deep Black (HX20890B) – High-performance multi-layered cast vinyl with HEX’PRESS adhesive technology. Offers excellent conformability to curves, rivets, and deep recesses with invisible air release channels for fast, bubble-free installation.
Specs verified from official brand datasheets · Color data verified May 2026 · Prices from distributor listings
Comparing — select brands above
Spec
3M
Avery Dennison
Oracal
KPMF
Hexis
Thickness
3.5 mil
3.2 mil Thinnest
4.25 mil Thickest
3.3–4.0 mil
3.94–4.33 mil
Warranty
8 yr
10 yr Best
10–12 yr Best
7 yr
7 yr
Air release
Controltac™ + Comply™
Easy Apply RS™
RapidAir®
Airelease
HEX'Press®
UV resistance
High
High
High
High + UV coat Best
High
DIY ease
4.0/5
5.0/5 Easiest
3.0/5
3.0/5
3.5/5
Self healing
No
No
No
No
No
Film type
Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Cast Vinyl (PVC)
Origin
🇺🇸 USA
🇺🇸 USA
🇩🇪 Germany
🇬🇧 UK
🇫🇷 France
Price / linear ft
$14.50
$14.49
$13 Cheapest
$18 Priciest
$15
Full car est.
~$725
~$725
~$650
~$900
~$750
Best for
Industry standard used by professional installers worldwide. Controltac™ adhesive is the pro installer choice.
Easiest install in class — 5/5 DIY ease. Best warranty for the price.
Thickest standard film at 4.25 mil. Best-in-class longevity up to 12 years.
Premium positioning. Best for show builds. Pro install recommended.
European-engineered HEX'Press® adhesive delivers exceptional color depth.
Color comparison
How "Gloss Black Car Wrap" looks per brand
Same name — different shade. Each brand developed their version independently.
#080808
3M
2080-G12
Most popular gloss black
#080808
Avery Dennison
SW900-190-O
Standard Gloss Black
#080808
Oracal
970RA-070
Classic Gloss Black
#080808
KPMF
K88021
Standard Gloss Black
#080808
Hexis
HX20890B
Deep Black / Rich gloss finish
Hex codes are approximate — screens cannot perfectly reproduce physical vinyl. Order a sample before committing to a full wrap.
Before you order
What to know first
Common mistakes buyers make with gloss black car wrap
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Same name — different shade
Each brand developed their shade independently. Use the swatch comparison above to see how they differ before ordering.
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Always order a sample first
Screens cannot reproduce vinyl color accurately. Order a 1ft sample and view it on your car in different lighting before committing to a full roll.
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Price varies by finish
Solid and gloss colors are the lowest cost. Metallic, satin, and color-shift finishes cost 20–50% more per linear foot. Always verify current pricing at your distributor.
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Pro install vs DIY
Avery SW900 is easiest for DIY at 5/5. 3M 2080 is the industry standard for professional installers. KPMF and Hexis are recommended for pro install only.
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