To buy a coffee truck in Malta, budget €18k–€45k for a compliant used unit or €55k–€95k for a new, turnkey build, then validate permits, power, and locations before paying a deposit. Prioritize a sub‑3.5t, <2.2m‑wide chassis for UCA access, a silent 6–8 kVA generator (or 32A shore power), a 2‑group 3–4 kW espresso machine, 2 grinders, 150–200 L potable water with equal or larger grey tank, LPG with REWS certification, and washable food‑grade finishes. Complete steps: obtain a VAT number, register the mobile food business with the Environmental Health Directorate 30 days pre‑launch (HACCP + Level 2 Food Handler cards), secure vehicle insurance and Transport Malta registration/VRT, and get site permissions from Local Councils/event organizers; many events also require €1m–€5m public liability and a fire certificate. Expect 18% VAT on imports and VRT based on CO2/age; imports from Italy/Sicily broaden 'coffee truck for sale Malta' options. Evaluate buy‑vs‑convert: a CE‑marked EU build often passes inspection faster than local DIY. Electrical must be RCD‑protected; gas lines pressure‑tested; hot handwash sink mandatory. Negotiate waste collection (Wasteserv account), commissary water refill, and overnight charging. Request roasters’ wholesale terms and water specs before final equipment selection decisions. Pilot workflows with a timed pop-up first.
