All of our food trucks are custom in nature, so the final price varies based upon the size of the truck, the new or used vehicle decision, the quality level of equipment desired, wall finishes and additional options we offer.

Below is a breakdown of average cost ranges for the 4 main components of a custom food truck build to give you an estimate of the total cost:

1. Vehicle Cost (Used to New): $20K – $90K – Gasoline, $20k – $130k – Diesel
2. Raw Material, Fabrication and Safety System Costs: $50K – 120K
3. Primary Equipment Costs: $10K – 60K (Depending on Needs & Quality Level)
4. Vinyl Wrap (Exterior) Costs: $4K – $8K

We primarily build custom food trucks and food (concession) trailers for our customers. We have built units from a variety of vehicle types including step vans, cutaway box trucks (Penske style), airport buses, enclosed trailers and porch trailers. We have the flexibility and know how to mobilize your business using almost any type of vehicle on the market.

Yes, we do have financing options available for your project through our preferred financing partners Providence Capital and Fernwood Capital.

For more established businesses, you can apply for a loan with Fernwood Capital or Providence Capital. Links to their financing applications are on our website.

For new business owners, Ford Motor Credit offers a financing program where Ford will fund not only the step van purchases, but the build out as well! This little know program has been a better way for new business owners to get into the food truck business without the financing barrier most new businesses face. A good personal credit score is required to qualify, but it is a great opportunity to be in business quickly! Please ask if you are interested in this option.

Well, it depends (I know, your favorite answer!). The actual build time is not long at all. We can comfortably build a food truck from scratch in 4-5 weeks and 1 extra week for vinyl wrap. What takes much longer is the design and financing processes along with how this build fits with our current backlog and schedule. To be safe, I tell most customers to plan on at least 3-4 months from start to finish. But again, it depends on many factors.

Step 1 – Conduct a needs analysis with the customer. This involves a 15–30-minute phone interview (or an in-person) to discuss the desired menu, primary equipment needs, wall finishes, options we offer and any wish list items. A preliminary budget is also established, which guides equipment decisions and vehicle size.

Step 2 – Craft a detailed quote and a preliminary overhead layout. This assists the customer with visualization and uncovers concerns with ergonomics and workflow. The goal is to minimize order processing time while maximizing profits

Step 3 – A contract is crafted, signed and the layout is converted into an Engineering drawing which includes top and side views. A 60% downpayment is required at this time. The deposit is intended to cover the cost of the vehicle, generator, primary equipment and raw materials. The Engineering drawing has to be signed off before construction can commence. You will also be introduced to our vinyl wrap vendor so the wrap design can be completed in parallel with the build.

Step 4 – Construction of the truck or trailer beings. Progress photos are a brief narrative which are sent to the customer to demonstrate progress and address any questions. A 20% payment is due 20 days into the build. This payment is intended to support cash flows and purchase any secondary items as part of the build out.

Step 5 – Complete the construction (all systems fully functional tested) and send the vehicle to vinyl wrap. A final set of photos or a brief FaceTime call will be conducted to demonstrate that the customer’s needs have been met. Once the vehicle comes back from vinyl wrap, the finishing touches are put on the vehicle and the truck is fully cleaned and readied for transport. Training manuals are created and transmitted to the customer at this time.

Step 6 – On-site training and delivery are scheduled with the customer. Our trainer will fly to the delivery location and conduct training per the contract. Once the truck is accepted by the customer, post training, the final 20% payment is required.

Yes, of course you can. We are very flexible and want to save our customers money when we can. Obviously, the customer would be responsible for all warranties related to what is customer supplied, but this would be articulated in the fabrication contract. The only item regarding used equipment, is that any used propane powered equipment must be pre-inspected and tagged as “safe for use” before it is delivered to our facility.

While we deliver nationwide, we are not able to represent you at local fire and health inspections, nor can we apply for permits on your behalf. But we can provide the necessary build related support you will need to complete and submit your applications. This may include water tank dimensions, water tank capacity, propane tank information.

The biggest difference is we are a small, boutique food truck and trailer builder with a focus on product quality, 100% on time delivery and world class customer service! We adopt an “ownership mentality” with every build we do, from design to customer handoff. We would never want to build a food truck or trailer that our customer does not love!

We often tell our customer the age old saying: “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!” There is no way any reputable food truck builder can provide you a used truck (even heavily used), fully built out with new equipment and ready for business for $35,000! When you see these offers, they are simply a tactic to get you to call and inquire! From there, you are upsold and provided with a “reality check” about the costs of things. Before you know it, they are just as expensive or even more costly than purchasing from a reputable dealer in the first place! So, BUYER BEWARE is our best advice! If those tactics are required to get you to call, there is a reason for that…..RUN!