Okay, so I’ve been messing around with this idea of mobile business trucks for a while now. It’s like, everyone’s doing food trucks, right? But I wanted to think outside the bun, so to speak. So I started digging into what it takes to actually find and buy one of these things.
Finding the Right Truck
First, I just started Googling. “Mobile business trucks for sale,” that kind of thing. I got a bunch of random stuff, some clearly not what I needed. It took some time to sift through it all.
My initial searches were like this:
- “used commercial trucks” – Too broad.
- “food trucks for sale” – Too specific.
- “customizable trucks” – Getting warmer…
I realized I needed to be more specific with what I actually wanted to do with the truck. Was it going to be a mobile boutique? A mobile pet grooming salon? A rolling escape room? (Okay, maybe I got a little carried away there).
Once I had a clearer picture of the business, I started searching with more focused terms. For example, if I was going with the mobile boutique idea, I’d search for “step van for sale” or “box truck for sale” and add “near me” to get local results.
Checking Out the Trucks
After finding some potential trucks, I needed to check out. I created my checklist, and then started to contact the seller.
Checklist for inspection:
- I checked the engine.
- The tires are good.
- I checked bodywork for rust.
After I went through my checklist, I started talking price. I tried to haggle a bit, did some back and forth, and eventually settled on a price I felt good about.
What I Learned
The big takeaway? Be prepared to spend some serious time researching. It’s not like buying a used car. There are a lot more variables, and you really have to know what you’re looking for before you start looking. And don’t be afraid to walk away if something feels off. There are plenty of trucks out there!
