Ice Cream Vans

IMPORTANT VAN/TRUCK INFORMATION

Since featuring the vans on our Internet site, we have received many inquiries about the prices, operation and features of these fabulous vans. The object of this informational bulletin is to set out some explanations and answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Style and operation The vans may be new from a large selection of models offered or may be used vehicles provided by the customer. Either of these new or used vehicles may be any commercial van of the typical style made by most leading Automobile manufacturers. Some examples of vehicles and layout are seen on our web page.

The converting factory normally supplies new vehicles. Used vehicles where economically feasible are typically supplied by the buyer. A typical example would be a van which has been involved in a rear end collision, and which van is still functional in the front end. The van undergoes radical "surgery" at the conversion plant. The whole rear section of the van is cut off and discarded. A new, bigger and specially designed section is then attached to the vehicle from right behind the drivers’ seat.

The new body is specially made for the ice cream business, it is made completely of fiberglass, and all the soft serve machines, cold plate freezer and coolers are installed at that time. It is constructed to conform to most European,. USA and Canadian Standards. In fact these very same trucks have been shipped and are in operation in over 43 different countries. (For more detailed specifications see "Specifications" )

Vehicles from country of purchase (US, Canada etc.) are shipped to the United Kingdom where the work is carried out. From the American continent Ro-Ro shipping costs are about US$2000.00 for transport both ways. When the vehicle arrives back at the country of origin, it is tested and ready to work.

Power Plant. Since the soft serve machine is powered with a unique power take-off from the van engine, there is no need for a generator to run the soft serve machine. In fact, the whole operation of the soft serve machine is much simplified. Provision is made for a small generator (optional) for air conditioning (optional) and other equipment if needed.

Prices. The prices for the complete van vary from model to model depending on whether the vehicle is new or used. Also, there are different options regarding the soft serve equipment and other equipment that each buyer may require. As a rule of thumb, a new vehicle of the Ford type with a soft serve machine ready for the road will sell for US$57,995.00.(ex factory). If the buyer supplies a vehicle, the price is correspondingly lower. Please note that all prices mentioned herein are examples only, are not binding, and that the prices are subject to exchange fluctuations, freight rates, market conditions and that only an individual quotation will bind the company. Payment terms may be arranged with a finance company and are subject to private arrangements. In any event, the company will not be party to a finance agreement. All owed monies are to be paid to the company prior to the delivery of vehicle.

Mercedes Sprinter 208D

Standard Features :

	Power Steering
	Anti-roll bars front and rear
	Disc Brakes all round
	Cloth Seat
	11.2 metre turning circle
	Radio cassette
	24 Cubic foot holdover freezer
	14 Cubic foot holdover chill
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