To buy a coffee truck in Cyprus, focus first on compliance, sourcing, and location permits so you can trade legally and profitably within 6–8 weeks. Budget realistically: €20k–€45k for a good used rig, €55k–€90k for a new, turnkey EU-spec truck; add 19% VAT if applicable, registration, insurance, and fit-out extras. Ensure the vehicle passes MOT, has CE-marked electrics/gas, stainless, washable surfaces, a handwash sink with hot/cold, separate potable/grey tanks, fire extinguisher, and HACCP documentation; Health Services approval is municipality-linked, so apply where you’ll operate. Power planning: target a 5–7 kVA inverter generator or 16A–32A shore power; manage Cyprus hard water with filtration to protect boilers. Equipment that sells: dual-boiler espresso machine with PID, 2 grinders (espresso + decaf/alt), batch brewer, undercounter fridge, and POS that accepts JCC cards. Secure trading rights before purchase—municipal spots, beach/park concessions (via tenders), campuses, business districts, and events; confirm hours, waste disposal, and noise limits. Register for VAT when turnover exceeds €15,600; take public/product liability and motor cover. Importing from the EU avoids customs; ship to Limassol, then register locally. Aim for 120–200 cups/day at €3–€4, 65–75% gross margin; prioritize speed, shade, and visibility. Scout summer tourism peaks and winter university schedules to optimize demand.
