Hornet Yellow skips the lemon bright, traffic cone route most yellows take. The base runs warmer and more golden, closer to amber than citrus, with a satin sheen that keeps it looking rich rather than plasticky.

At speed and in direct sun, it reads loud and energetic without tipping into neon. It suits a hot hatch or a compact coupe built for the road rather than a show stand, holding its warmth whether it is parked or blurring past at highway speed.

Key Attributes

• Golden, not lemon: a warm amber yellow base rather than a bright citrus or neon tone.
  
• Rich under any light: satin sheen keeps the color looking substantial rather than plasticky.
  
• Smooth installation: high grade calendered vinyl with air release channels lays down without bubbling.
  
• Weather resistant adhesive: built to handle outdoor conditions and release cleanly when it's time to remove.
  
• Flexible fit: handles flat panels, moderate curves, and deep recesses with inlays.

OEM Match

• Closest to BMW's own Dakar Yellow, the golden amber made famous by the E36 M3.
  
• Shares the gold undertone of BMW's Phoenix Yellow.
  
• Warmer and richer than Porsche Speed Yellow.
  
• Similar energy to Renault Sport's Liquid Yellow.

Two of BMW's own heritage yellows sit in this same golden family. This one just does not require an Individual order form.

Specifications:

Conformable and reliable multilayered polymeric material with stable color pigments, suitable for full car wrapping and other smooth or curved surfaces.

• Total Film Thickness: 0.28 mm
• Film Thickness: 0.121 mm
• Release Liner Thickness: 0.15 mm
• Film Type: High-grade polymeric calendared vinyl film with air-release channels
• Series: 190 Series

Adhesive & Liner:

• Adhesive: Henkel solvent-based acrylic, transparent, ultra-weather-resistant (viscosity 1000–3000 cps, thickness 12 μm dry)
• Release Liner: Felix Schoeller, double-side PE coated Kraft (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)

Performance:

• Durability / Warranty: View Datasheet
• Release Force: 0.10 N/25 mm (Standard: 0.04–0.12)
• Initial Tack: 1254 g/25 mm (Standard: 800–1500)
• 180° Peel Strength: 11.17 N/25 mm (Standard ≥ 7.85)
• Adhesion Strength: 70 (Standard ≥ 60, no shifting)

Durability Tests:

• High-Temperature Aging: No adhesive residue (65°C, 7 days)
• Low-Temperature Aging: No adhesive residue (-65°C, 10 days)
• Post-Heating Temperature: 100°C

Installation Guidelines:

• Application Temperature: +17°C to +18°C
• Service Temperature: -45°C to +45°C
• Tools: Soft squeegee with buffer
• Surface Compatibility: Flat and moderate curves (deep recesses require inlays)
• Directional: Yes
• Overlap Width: 4–5 mm

Storage:

• Shelf Life: 3 years
• Conditions: +10°C to +20°C, 50% humidity, original packaging, away from sunlight, clean and dry environment

Packaging:

• Roll Width: 152 cm
• Roll Length: 18 m

Important Notes

• Colors and finishes may vary—always check the physical swatch
• Use rolls from the same production lot for consistent color matching
• Film may scratch during installation or daily use; scratches are not covered under warranty