Advertising Blimps for Car Dealerships

Dealership balloon and blimp programs · American-made since 1979

Make your dealership easy to spot

Advertising blimps, balloons and cold-air displays create a visible landmark for weekend sales, grand openings and recurring lot promotions—available to rent, purchase or custom brand.

CarMax advertising blimp for a dealership promotionRental · Purchase · Custom branding
ConstructionLightweight polyurethane
Popular model13-foot blimp · 170 cu. ft.
CampaignsWeekend, seasonal or repeat use
AvailabilityLocal service and nationwide shipping
Promotional advertising balloons for car dealerships
A physical signal that something is happening

Turn the lot into a visible event

Drivers cannot respond to a sale they never notice. A properly positioned aerial display helps identify the dealership before the shopper reaches the entrance.

Use it to support a holiday sale, model-year clearance, grand opening, special financing campaign or recurring weekend promotion. The display works alongside radio, digital, direct mail and manufacturer advertising by making the physical location easier to recognize.

It is not a guaranteed traffic number or a substitute for the rest of the campaign. Its job is simple: create attention at the place where customers can act.

Your message can be permanent, applied directly to the envelope, or designed around removable banners and changeable lettering for different events.
Built around the promotion

Four practical dealership options

We recommend the product around your lot, visibility needs, campaign schedule and operating resources.

1

Helium advertising blimps

An elevated branding surface for lot identification, sale messaging and recurring dealership promotions.

2

Advertising balloons

Compact spherical displays for dealer logos, event messages, entrances and high-visibility sale markers.

3

Cold-air inflatables

Fan-inflated, ground-based shapes for entrances, themed events and promotions where helium is not the right fit.

4

Custom graphics and banners

Permanent branding, standard lettering, blank banners or campaign-specific artwork depending on the display.

170cubic feet of helium for our 13-foot polyurethane blimp
Short campaigns must make economic sense

Lightweight polyurethane reduces the fill requirement

A lighter envelope can create an effective outdoor display at a smaller size than a heavier PVC product. That smaller envelope requires less helium (here is how much helium each material loses per day), which is especially important for weekend rentals and service companies operating multiple dealer locations.

Helium prices vary by market and supplier, so we publish the cubic-foot requirement instead of promising a temporary fill price. Compare the local cost of 170 cubic feet with the capacity of any alternative you are considering.

Learn about our polyurethane advertising blimps or review the current size and price list.

Actual dealership work

Displays built for auto promotions

Existing photographs are shown at their available resolution; contact us for current designs, sizes and branding options.

Rent or purchase?

Choose around frequency and control

Availability, customization and service depend on the location, dates, campaign length and how often the display will be used.

Rental or managed promotion

Often practical for a short sale, grand opening or a limited number of weekends when suitable equipment and local service are available.

  • Confirm dates and inventory early
  • Discuss delivery, installation and takedown
  • Plan helium, staffing and weather responsibility

Purchase or custom fabrication

Often better for repeat use, permanent dealer branding, multiple events or operation by your own trained team.

  • Choose size, color and graphic treatment
  • Use across recurring dealership campaigns
  • Confirm production and shipping lead time
A quote that accounts for the lot

Send these details first

A useful proposal includes operating conditions—not just the words you want printed.

Step 1

Promotion and dates

Tell us the sale or campaign, start date, number of operating days and whether you want to rent or buy.

Step 2

Location and visibility

Provide the dealership address, road frontage, intended display area, available clearance and nearby obstructions.

Step 3

Operations and artwork

Share anchoring conditions, local rules, helium access, staffing needs, logo files and the message shoppers should see.

Outdoor operation requires a site-specific plan. Tethering, anchor selection, clearance, weather limits, airspace considerations and local sign rules vary by location. Do not rely on a blanket height, wind-speed or permit statement; confirm the requirements for your site and follow the supplied operating instructions.
Common questions

Dealership advertising FAQs

Will an advertising blimp guarantee more dealership traffic?

No marketing product can guarantee a traffic increase or pay for itself in every campaign. A blimp’s value is its ability to create a visible landmark and support the promotion already bringing shoppers into the area.

How much helium does the 13-foot blimp require?

Our 13-foot polyurethane advertising blimp requires approximately 170 cubic feet of helium. The actual fill cost depends on your local supplier, cylinder arrangement and current helium pricing.

Should the dealership rent or buy?

Rental can fit a short event when the right equipment and service are available. Purchase is often more practical for repeat weekends, custom dealer branding or operation at multiple events.

Can we change the message for different sales?

Depending on the product, we can discuss permanent printing, standard lettering, blank banners or changeable campaign graphics. Send the messages and artwork you anticipate using.

Can you ship to dealerships outside Arizona?

Yes, products can be shipped nationwide. Turnkey installation or recurring service depends on location and must be confirmed before the campaign.

Do we need permission or a permit?

Local sign rules, property requirements and airspace considerations vary. The dealership or operator should confirm permission for the specific site; we can provide product dimensions and operating information for that review.

Put a visible landmark over your next sale

Send the dealership location, promotion dates, desired message and whether you want rental, purchase or managed service. We will recommend the practical next step.