EMWRAPS wrapped this classic Nissan S13 in a custom outXlove itasha livery at our Seattle shop in SODO. The build fuses the S13's JDM drift heritage with anime-inspired artwork from outXlove, so the car works as well at a car meet as it does at a drift event. Its pop-up headlights and modified aero frame the character art.
Key facts
- Vehicle: Nissan S13
- Service: itasha wrap (custom anime-inspired livery)
- Artwork: outXlove designs
- Car details: pop-up headlights, drift-ready stance, modified aero
- Shop: EMWRAPS, Seattle (SODO)
Why is the S13 a good itasha canvas?
The S13 is a legend of JDM drift culture, and its classic proportions give modern character art a nostalgic frame. Pop-up headlights, a long hood and a clean side profile leave room for large illustrations without fighting busy bodywork.
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On this car the outXlove designs blend with the S13's drift-ready stance and modified aero. The livery reads as part of the build rather than something added on top.
How does an itasha livery work on a modified car?
The art has to be laid out around the parts that are actually on the car. Aftermarket bumpers, lips, side skirts and wings change panel shapes and gaps compared with a stock body, so a livery designed for a stock template would not line up. We lay the design out on the car as built, then print and install it panel by panel so characters and graphics carry across the gaps.
Modified cars also tend to have more edges and openings to wrap around. Clean trimming and wrapped edges are what keep a livery looking finished up close. If you are still adding parts, it is best to finish the aftermarket parts first and wrap after, so the art fits the final shape.
How is an itasha made at EMWRAPS?
Design, print and install all happen in-house.
- Consultation. We talk through the characters, the artist or style, and how much of the car to cover.
- Design. The artwork is fitted to your car's panels, body lines and modifications.
- Print and laminate. The design is printed in high resolution and laminated for UV and scratch protection.
- Install. Our installers align each panel so the art flows across gaps and curves.
What does an S13 itasha cost?
At EMWRAPS, printed vinyl itasha runs $580–$720 for a hood, $2,500–$4,000 for a half body (one side plus the hood) and $4,000–$8,000+ for a full body. Printed PPF costs about 50% more. The final price depends on the car's size and shape, its modifications and the artwork, and every build gets a quote.
For a drift car there is a practical upside: a printed wrap lives as a design file, so a single damaged panel can usually be reprinted and rewrapped instead of redoing the whole car.
Which JDM cars do you wrap?
We love working on S-chassis, AE86s, RX-7s and all the icons of Japanese automotive culture. See the Toyota GR86 Oguri Cap itasha for another JDM build, or our anime car wrap guide for the full picture.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an itasha wrap cost for a Nissan S13?
An itasha wrap for a Nissan S13 at EMWRAPS in Seattle falls within our printed vinyl itasha ranges: $580–$720 for a hood, $2,500–$4,000 for one side plus the hood, and $4,000–$8,000+ for a full body. Aftermarket aero, the amount of art and the design work all affect where the S13 lands, and the final price comes with a quote.
Can you wrap a car with aftermarket aero parts?
Yes. On a modified car like this S13, EMWRAPS lays the itasha design out on the car as built so the art lines up across aftermarket bumpers, skirts and wings. If more parts are coming, finish the modifications first, because a wrap designed for the final body shape fits better than one adjusted afterward.
Can a damaged itasha panel be replaced?
Usually, yes. A printed itasha wrap starts as a digital design, so one damaged panel on a drift car or daily driver can typically be reprinted and rewrapped without redoing the whole car. Exact color match depends on the film and how much the original wrap has aged, which is worth checking with the shop when the repair comes up.
Build your JDM itasha
Have a classic JDM car that deserves an itasha build? Send it through the quote form and we reply within 24 hours, or call EMWRAPS at (206) 383-5328.
