If you are in the market for a food truck, then it is absolutely crucial that you find the perfect truck.
Of course, there are many questions you need to ask yourself during this process. For example, you should be asking yourself this question: Should I buy a high-end food truck, or should I buy a cheaper truck?
First things first, you have to figure out your budget. You also have to figure out how much money you are going to need, and if you are going to finance a truck or pay in cash. There are many reasons why you should buy a high-end truck, though. For instance, this is your business, so quality should be a top priority. Not to mention, a high-end truck typically comes with warranties, and it typically won’t break down on you — well, at least not for a very long time.
So, we are here to say this: Future mobile kitchen owners should steer clear of a cheap food truck. Buying a high-end truck is 100 percent the way to go.
If you are thinking about saving money on the initial buy of your food truck, then you might want to change your thinking. While buying a cheaper truck might save you money initially, it could cost you a ton of money in the long run. After all, a number of things could go wrong with a cheap truck, and the last thing you want is something to break down, which could lead to you having to close down shop until your truck is fixed.
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There are no guarantees in this industry. No, everyone doesn’t make it as a food truck owner. While there are many successful mobile kitchens in this industry, this industry is just like any other one. Some people make it, some people simply get by and some people have to close shop because they aren’t making enough money.
Entering the food truck industry is a serious risk; however, buying a $40,000 truck is, of course, less of a risk than purchasing a $75,000 truck — well, at least on the surface, that is. You see, a cheaper truck could end up breaking down over and over again. Not only will you have to pay to get everything fixed, but you will also be losing money every day your truck is out of commission. On top of that, your lunch truck customers might grow weary of your business. If the truck is so cheap and always breaks down, then they might think you are cutting corners on the food as well — you never know!
Nonetheless, being out of commission is never — we repeat, NEVER — good for business.
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We are not saying saving money on the initial build is a bad thing. After all, some people simply can’t afford a $250,000 food truck. There is nothing wrong with spending $100,000 instead of $200,000, though. There is nothing wrong with spending $75,000 instead of $100,000.
You might not need all of the bells and whistles to make your food truck journey a reality. However, we are simply saying you shouldn’t buy a $20,000 food truck just because it seems like a great deal on paper. Believe us, it’s $20,000 for a reason.
We specialize in high-end food trucks. We want to meet and exceed the needs of our customers. Above all, we want to make their dream food trucks a reality. We also want them to drive around and cook in a very reliable truck. In fact, breaking down, no matter if it is the engine or equipment inside of the truck, should never be a worry.
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However, the same thing cannot be said if you cut corners and decide to go with a cheap truck out of the gate. You don’t want to buy the cheapest truck you can find for the simple fact that it is, well, the cheapest truck you can find. A cheap truck might save you money initially, but it could end up costing you so much in the long run. It could cost you money to fix it, and it could cost you money every single day your food truck is out of commission. You might even lose customers. Your brand could even take a hit.
On top of reliability, this is your business, and it should look professional, nice and exactly the way you envisioned. A high-end food truck is worth every penny. While a high-end truck doesn’t guarantee that a food truck owner will serve up the best food on the block (or even have success), it does show that said food truck owner is professional and serious about his/her business. First impressions are everything in the mobile kitchen industry. Having good food or not (of course you have amazing recipes and food, though), customers won’t even venture to your business in the first place if your truck looks like a piece of junk.
Just be smart during this process. By all means, take your time when it comes to finding your perfect food truck. And remember, high-end food trucks are 100 percent worth it for multiple reasons. This is your business, the place you go to work every single day — it should be nice.
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