Product Description
3M™ Wrap Film 2080-HG65 — High Gloss Citric Acid
Electric chartreuse. The neon-leaning yellow-green chartreuse that sits between bright yellow and mantis green. Hellcat highlighter aesthetic, Lamborghini Verde Ithaca tribute, and the most aggressive eye-catching color in the High Gloss family.
3M™ Wrap Film 2080-HG65 High Gloss Citric Acid is the chartreuse yellow-green crossover color in 3M's 2080 lineup — sharper than mantis green, more aggressive than bright yellow, with an almost-neon electric quality that reads as "highlighter on a car." Cast in 3M's flagship multi-layer 2080 construction with a 3.5-mil film body, gray Comply™ adhesive, and the protective film layer on the high-gloss surface, HG65 is the wrap-grade match for Lamborghini Verde Ithaca, the aggressive cousin of Hellcat Sublime Green, and the color of choice for builds where standing out isn't optional — it's the entire point.
The technical name "Citric Acid" is intentional from 3M's color naming team. The color reads as sharp, electric, almost neon — visually closer to a highlighter pen than to natural lime fruit. For wrap shops, this is the chartreuse SKU that sits between HG15 Bright Yellow (pure yellow) and HG36 Mantis Green (pure bright green), capturing the buyer who wants the most aggressive yellow-green possible without committing to pure yellow's UV-sensitivity or pure green's heritage associations.
With 250% better reflected image quality versus typical premium cast wrap films, HG65 holds its electric saturation depth without crossing into chalky or washed-out territory. Cheaper bright chartreuse films fade rapidly toward sickly yellow within months of UV exposure — HG65 is engineered to resist that fade pattern as much as the yellow-green pigment chemistry allows, though buyers in Phoenix and the Southwest should plan accordingly (see UV advisory below).
Why Wrap Shops Choose HG65
- The most aggressive eye-catching color in the High Gloss family — reads as electric, almost neon, impossible to ignore
- Unique chartreuse position — the only mainstream wrap film that sits in the yellow-green crossover space, not a generic yellow or generic bright green
- 250% better reflected image quality than typical premium cast wrap films — the optical depth that separates HG65 from generic neon chartreuse vinyl
- UV-resistant pigment formulation — engineered for maximum stability within the chartreuse pigment chemistry limits
- Removable protective film layer — protects the high-gloss surface from install marks, critical on bright saturated colors
- 3M™ Controltac™ slideable adhesive with 3M™ Comply™ air-release channels for bubble-free installs
- 60" roll width — seamless coverage on hoods, roofs, full panels, motorcycle fairings
- 3M™ MCS™ Warranty — up to 8 years vertical, the strongest in the wrap industry
Top Applications for 3M 2080 High Gloss Citric Acid
HG65 vs. Other 3M Yellow & Green Wrap Films
HG65 sits in the chartreuse yellow-green crossover position. Here's how it differentiates from neighboring colors in the 2080 lineup:
Product Specifications
Installation Notes for HG65
- Dry apply only. Like all 2080 films, HG65 requires dry-apply installation. Do not use soap/water solutions, RapidTac, or any wet-apply chemistry.
- Surface temperature: Install at 60–90°F substrate temperature for best adhesive performance. Phoenix-area shops should install indoors or under shade during summer.
- Use a heat gun, not a torch. Open flame can scorch the protective film layer and discolor the high-gloss chartreuse surface. Heat gun set to medium with steady motion.
- Leave the protective layer on through stretching, squeegeeing, and trimming. On saturated bright chartreuse this matters more than on neutrals — install scratches and fingerprints are highly visible.
- Lot matching is important for full wraps. Bright saturated chartreuse shows subtle lot-to-lot variation more visibly than blacks or grays. Always request same-lot rolls when ordering multiple for a full wrap.
- Substrate prep: Inspect for dark filler, rust, or contamination that could telegraph through the bright chartreuse. Light primer over questionable areas before wrapping.
- Post-heat to 195°F after install per 3M Instruction Bulletin 5.36 to lock in dimensional stability.
- Application tape: Generally not required. For pre-spaced cut graphics on bright chartreuse, test 3M™ Prespacing Tape SCPS-55 first — tape residue is highly visible on saturated colors.
Care & Maintenance
HG65 requires the most diligent maintenance routine of any color in the 2080 High Gloss family. Yellow-green chartreuse pigments are UV-sensitive and benefit significantly from protective measures, especially in Southwest conditions:
- Garage or shade-park whenever possible — this is the single most important factor in HG65 longevity in Phoenix
- Apply a wrap-safe ceramic coating annually — real-world AZ lifespan improvement of 1–2 years is typical
- Hand wash only with mild automotive soap and a clean microfiber mitt — never use automatic car washes
- Dry with clean, soft microfiber towels — air drying causes water spots highly visible on bright chartreuse
- For surface contamination (tree sap, bird droppings, road tar), use a wrap-safe quick detailer or isopropyl alcohol diluted 70/30 — never solvent-based cleaners
- Avoid hot wax stations, harsh degreasers, gasoline spills, and abrasive bug/tar removers entirely
- Watch for yellow-green fade shift after year 3–4 on outdoor-stored vehicles in Phoenix heat — this is normal pigment aging on bright chartreuse and not a manufacturing defect
- Consider this color for project cars, weekend cars, and indoor-stored vehicles first — the customer experience is significantly better when HG65 isn't asked to do daily-driver duty in direct AZ sun
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between HG65 Citric Acid, HG15 Bright Yellow, and HG36 Mantis Green?
All three are bright high-saturation colors in the 2080 High Gloss family, but they occupy different tone positions. HG15 Bright Yellow is pure yellow — Lamborghini Giallo, Ferrari Giallo Modena territory. HG36 Mantis Green is pure bright green — Lamborghini Verde Mantis, Hellcat Sublime territory. HG65 Citric Acid sits between them — the electric chartreuse yellow-green crossover, more aggressive than yellow, sharper than mantis green. If your customer wants pure yellow, choose HG15. Pure green, HG36. The electric "between" color, HG65.
Is HG65 the same as Lamborghini Verde Ithaca?
HG65 is the closest off-the-shelf wrap color to Lamborghini's Verde Ithaca and similar Ad Personam chartreuse colors (Verde Faunus, Verde Selvans). It's not an exact factory paint match because Lamborghini's proprietary tri-coat chemistry uses specific clear-coat formulation that wrap film cannot exactly replicate. For tribute builds, Aventador SVJ / Huracán EVO refresh, and customers wanting the bright Italian chartreuse aesthetic without the Ad Personam pricing, HG65 reads as visually correct in most lighting conditions.
How much will HG65 fade in Arizona sun?
Yellow-green chartreuse pigments are UV-sensitive. HG65 in Phoenix typically delivers 4–5 years of real-world vertical service on outdoor-stored daily drivers — comparable to bright yellow, more sensitive than pure greens. The fade pattern is typically a subtle shift toward yellower-green over time as the green pigment component degrades faster than the yellow component. Garage-stored or shade-parked vehicles can deliver significantly longer life. Annual ceramic coating extends real-world service by 1–2 years. For maximum-life green-family choices in AZ, recommend HG26 Military Green (6–7 years) or HG36 Mantis Green (5–6 years) instead.
Should I recommend HG65 to a customer wanting a Phoenix daily-driver wrap?
Set expectations carefully. HG65 will fade visibly faster than darker or less-saturated colors. For an outdoor-stored Phoenix daily driver, expect 4–5 years of service and budget for re-wrap or refresh accordingly. The customer experience is significantly better when HG65 is used on garaged project cars, weekend cars, or indoor-stored show vehicles where UV exposure is limited. For customers who want bright color longevity, recommend HG36 Mantis Green or HG14 Burnt Orange (similar AZ AOV) instead.
How is HG65 different from regular Gloss Citric Acid (G65)?
HG65 is the High Gloss tier — mirror-grade reflectivity with 250% better reflected image quality than typical premium cast wrap films, reading as factory paint depth. G65 is the standard Gloss version, sharing the same chartreuse color base but without the deep optical reflectivity. For show car builds, Lamborghini tribute projects, and customer-facing performance vehicle work, choose HG65. For commercial fleet wraps and cost-conscious volume work, G65 saves on cost while delivering the same UV durability profile.
Will the gray adhesive show through the bright chartreuse?
No, but it does affect what you can wrap over. The gray adhesive provides opacity that prevents dark substrates from bleeding through. However, any imperfections under the wrap — dark body filler, rust, contamination — can still telegraph subtly under bright chartreuse. Always prep to a clean, uniform, light-colored substrate before wrapping.
How much HG65 do I need for a full vehicle wrap?
Rough sizing: 50–55 linear feet (60" width) for compact cars, 60–70 ft for mid-size sedans and SUVs, 75–90 ft for full-size trucks and large SUVs. For a Lamborghini Huracán or Aventador full wrap, plan on 55–65 linear feet. For a Dodge Challenger or Charger Hellcat, plan on 65–75 linear feet. Always order from the same lot for full wraps, and add 10–15% for waste.
Can I combine HG65 with black for a high-contrast Hellcat-style build?
Yes — chartreuse-on-black is one of the most visually loud combinations in modern wrap work. HG65 body paired with HG12 High Gloss Black or M12 Matte Black on hood, roof, mirror caps, and badges creates an aggressive highlighter aesthetic that pushes well past traditional Sublime Hellcat aesthetic into neon territory. For carbon fiber accent panels, CFS12 Carbon Fiber pairs equally well.
Is HG65 in stock in your Phoenix warehouse?
HG65 currently ships drop-direct from our 3M distribution partner with a 3–5 business day lead time. Citric Acid is a specialty color — lower volume than mainstream colors, but consistent demand from supercar shops, aggressive Mopar builds, and the cannabis industry fleet market. Due to UV sensitivity, HG65 is not on our priority list for Phoenix stocking. Contact us if you're running consistent volume on chartreuse builds.
Do you offer partial-roll cuts of HG65?
Standard configuration is a full 60" x 25 yd roll. For partial-roll cuts (especially common on hood/accent partial wraps where chartreuse is used as a stripe or contrast color rather than full coverage), smaller test pieces, or bulk pricing on multiple rolls, contact us directly.
Call KG Supplies or email sales@kgsupplies.com for quantity pricing, lot confirmation, and Southwest shipping options.
