EcoExpress services

Vehicle & Caravan Decals

Turn your vehicle, trailer or caravan into something that looks professional, personal or promotional. EcoExpress can help with vehicle lettering, business decals, caravan graphics and simple branded vinyl solutions for local businesses and leisure vehicles.

A practical starting point

A clearer way to approach vehicle & caravan decals.

Send through a photo of your vehicle or caravan, the size of the area and the wording or artwork you would like included, and we’ll help you work out the next step.

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Readable from the road

Keep the message simple, visible and useful whether the vehicle is parked or moving.

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Matched to your vehicle

Photos, measurements and vehicle details help us plan around doors, trims, windows and curves.

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A practical brand asset

Use lettering, decals, magnets or a partial wrap to suit the vehicle, budget and intended lifespan.

Recent work

Vehicle & Caravan Decals work that has made it out into the real world.

A couple of relevant examples, using the same project library as the homepage.

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Vehicle signage

Vehicle magnet signs

Removable magnetic signs that add practical business visibility to work vehicles when you need it.

Client: EcoExpress clients

Vehicle decals produced by EcoExpress02

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Vehicle Wrap for a Gold Coast Trade Business

Full vehicle wrap for a local trade business turning their ute into a mobile billboard. Logo on the doors, contact detail across the canopy, and a clean white base that keeps it professional. Wrapped on the Coast, built for the Coast.

Client: Gold Coast trade business

Recent caravan refresh

A fresh look for a 24-year-old Majestic.

This 24-year-old Majestic caravan came in ready for a refresh. We removed the existing vinyl decals, then updated the exterior with colour-matched vinyl wrap and new decals.

It is a good example of how an older caravan can be given a cleaner, more coordinated look without losing the character that makes it yours.

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Remove the old vinyl

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Match the new colour

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Apply fresh decals

Old vinyl graphics being removed from the side of a Majestic caravan
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Removing the old vinyl decals

Preparing the 24-year-old caravan by removing the existing vinyl graphics.

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Vehicle wrap cost guide

What should a Gold Coast tradie budget for vehicle signage?

Use this as a practical estimating guide before you request a quote. Pricing depends on your vehicle, artwork, material choice and how much coverage you want, so we always confirm the final price after reviewing photos and measurements.

Pricing reviewed June 2026. All ranges are current QLD market estimates shown ex GST, not fixed EcoExpress prices.

Price guide

Common vehicle wrap and decal ranges

Vehicle typeLettering / logosSpot graphicsPartial / half wrapFull wrap
Small uteSingle cab or compact tray$350-$850$850-$1,500$1,500-$2,800$3,500-$5,200
Dual cab uteRanger, Hilux, D-Max and similar$450-$1,100$1,000-$2,000$2,000-$3,800$4,500-$6,500
Standard vanHiAce, iLoad, Transit Custom$800-$1,750$1,500-$2,500$2,500-$4,200$6,000-$7,200
Large vanSprinter, Crafter, Transit LWB$950-$2,100$1,900-$3,200$3,200-$5,200$7,200-$9,000
Small truckPantech or service body$900-$2,500$2,200-$5,000$4,500-$8,500$8,500-$15,000

Add 10% GST where applicable. Removal of old graphics, poor paint condition, reflective vinyl, high-roof vehicles, heavy contours or urgent scheduling can change the final quote.

What affects cost

The same vehicle can quote differently depending on the job

Vehicle size, curves, doors, trims and working height
Coverage level: lettering, spot graphics, partial wrap or full wrap
Artwork time, logo quality and number of proof revisions
Vinyl, laminate, reflective films or one-way vision window graphics
Paint condition, cleaning, removal of old graphics and surface preparation
Installation time, vehicle availability and urgent scheduling needs

Best value for most trade vehicles

A partial wrap or strong decal package often gives the best balance: clear side branding, rear contact details and readable service information without the cost of covering every panel.

Real examples

Recent vehicle signage projects

These examples show how different vehicles use side panels, rear panels, window graphics and clear trade messaging to create everyday visibility.

Breakaway Cafe black dual-cab ute wrap with tray canopy signage on the Gold Coast

Ute Wrap

Breakaway Cafe Ute Wrap

Breakaway Cafe

Bold black panels, high-contrast white text and cafe branding give the ute clear mobile advertising around Molendinar and nearby suburbs.

Gold Coast Equine Clinic Toyota Hilux ute with professional business signage

Ute Signage

Gold Coast Equine Clinic Ute Signage

Gold Coast Equine Clinic

Clean clinic branding, contact details and website information create a practical, professional presence for appointments and travel.

Forever Plumbing Services white service van with custom trade signage and window graphics

Van Signage

Forever Plumbing Services Van Signage

Forever Plumbing Services

The white service van uses dark window graphics, service listings and phone details to keep the business easy to identify on site.

FAQs

Good questions before you quote a wrap

How much does a vehicle wrap cost for a tradie ute on the Gold Coast?

For a dual cab ute like a Ranger or Hilux, current QLD market estimates are about $450-$1,100 for lettering, $2,000-$3,800 for a partial wrap, or $4,500-$6,500 for a full wrap, ex GST. Your final quote depends on the vehicle, coverage, artwork and installation requirements.

Can I claim a vehicle wrap on tax?

Vehicle signage is generally treated as a business advertising expense, and GST-registered businesses may be able to claim the GST component. Please confirm your own situation with your accountant or tax adviser.

How long does a vehicle wrap last in Queensland?

A quality exterior vinyl decal or wrap can often last 3-5 years on vertical panels, with premium films sometimes lasting longer when the vehicle is maintained well and not exposed to harsh cleaning or excessive sun every day.

Will a wrap damage my vehicle paint?

When installed on sound factory paint and removed correctly within the material service life, decals and wraps should not damage the paint. Old, resprayed, peeling or damaged paint can increase the risk.

Do I need council approval for vehicle signage on the Gold Coast?

Normal business signage on a registered work vehicle usually does not need council approval. Different rules may apply if a vehicle is used mainly as a parked advertising device, so check with council if that is the plan.

FAQs

Decal questions answered here.

Practical answers about vehicle and caravan decals, design, measurements, materials, installation and aftercare.

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One clear next step

Send what you have. We'll get it sorted.

Choose the closest service, answer a few useful questions and send the brief. If you are not sure what you need yet, send the rough idea and we'll help work it out.

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Choose a service or start with a rough idea.

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Add the details that will help us quote.

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Send it through and we will reply with a clear next step.

Have artwork, logos or photos? Send them to info@ecoexpressprint.com.au after the brief.