Piaggio Ape 50 Conversions

Front shot of a Piaggio with II Caffe Grande coffee bean bag

Close up of coffee bean grinder with a bag of II Caffe Grande

Inside Copper To Coffee Piaggio Ape with coffee machine and accessories

Front of Copper Top Coffee Piaggio three wheel van

Piaggio Prosecco van with taps and bottle

Back of Piaggio Ape conversion with taps for pouring drinks

Back of Piaggio Ape with coffee machine and coffee cups

Back of open Piaggio Ape 50 with coffee machine and accessories

Close up inside Piaggio with coffee machine and coffee bean grinder

Opened up Piaggio with coffee machine and outside table

A SMALL & QUIRKY ITALIAN DESIGN

This is the perfect mobile coffee conversion if you’re looking to hit the road with a simple catering proposition. Our coffee cart design is all about maximising space and profits.

You could be taking the first steps with your fledgling business or expanding your empire with a larger fleet. Either way, the Piaggio Ape 50 is the perfect vehicle for a mobile coffee cart.

Each one of our Ape 50 vehicles is brought directly from Piaggio in Italy, with a three-year warranty on every conversion and 100% genuine manufacturer’s parts used in after care and maintenance.

PRICE FROM £13,990

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The Big Coffee (Mobile Retail Ltd)

4.7

Based on 27 reviews

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Frederik Jacobs

11:00 01 Nov 24

Working with the team at The Big Coffee has been a fantastic experience. From the very first engagement, to the planning, the build of our horse box, the delivery and after-service the company stands out for their dedication to quality and excellent customer service. We receive frequent very positive comments about the quality, craft and skill that has gone into building the horse box. If we should ever expand and require a further conversion, I would choose the company without any hesitation and can full heartedly endorse and recommend them. Thank you from the team at The Old Mill in Lower Slaughter!

Gabor Peter

18:07 31 Oct 24

Absolutely thrilled with the work The Big Coffee did on our coffee trailer! From start to finish, their team was incredibly helpful, guiding us through every detail with expertise and care. They went above and beyond to make sure our vision became a reality, taking our ideas and elevating them in ways we hadn’t imagined. Claire kept us updated on the project every step of the way, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. And on handover day, Joe was fantastic—walking us through everything and ensuring we felt confident and ready. The quality of their craftsmanship is outstanding, and it’s clear they put thought and heart into every part of the build. We now have a beautiful, functional trailer that’s already a huge hit with our customers, and we owe it all to The Big Coffee team. Thank you for making our dream come to life!

Martine Eddon

16:03 31 Oct 24

After lots of research we chose The Big Coffee to build our pod. We were given a 6 month lead time which was accurate.We were introduced to a company with whom we collaborated on our logo signage and although this was remotely we found it worked well and we’re delighted with the results.Aftercare has been fantastic. We had a few snags but they were helpful and went above and beyond to resolve them.Communication has been excellent. We sometimes seek advice and it’s given willingly. Claire is our point of contact and she’s fabulous to deal with.Our only issue has been the paintwork becoming badly chipped whilst towing (despite using mudguards). A caravan protector doesn’t fit the pod and the cost of respray seems excessive through the original sprayer used when the pod was built.Our customers regularly comment very positively on the appearance of the pod and overall we’re delighted with it.

Laura Hill

11:27 10 Oct 24

A brilliant group of people dedicated to making the journey as easy and memorable as possible. They've made my dream a reality and I cannot thank them enough.

Melissa Stewart

08:56 27 Sep 24

The Big Coffee has been great from my first foot through the door, right up-to collecting my Pod. Claire was particularly helpful with any information that I needed, no question was too silly or too small. I had my training day with Joe, which was made fun even though there was a lot of information to take in. He obviously did a good job because 3 days later was our first event which was a huge success. Highly recommend. Thanks guys! 😃

Tom Davies

08:58 03 Sep 24

Bought a Piaggio Ape 50 from The Big Coffee this year for my business Hips Social. Really impressed with the service from start to finish. The team were really informative in the sales process and communication throughout the build was great. The quality of the build and final product is also spot on. Thanks guys!

Take Full Advantage!

Here at The Big Coffee we believe it’s not just about building you an Ape 50 van conversion, but about creating something exceptional. As well as the tailor-made design and build service we offer, we also supply…

Barista training delivered by a professionally trained barista to ensure you make top quality cappuccinos, lattes and espressos, with a focus on customer service
Business plan training to help you demonstrate your commercial acumen to councils, banks and event planners alike.
Operations training, including a full explanation of how your new Piaggio tuk tuk works, from gas to batteries to invertors.

Advice on how to achieve a food hygiene rating of five, which is what many of our customers achieve, thanks to our attention to build quality.
Help with menu planning and costing, which benefits from two decades of working with coffee catering businesses.
Genuine UK Piaggio warranty: Only Piaggio vehicles supplied by The Big Coffee come with a UK warranty.

Spread the cost with our finance options

One in four of our customers launch their dream mobile catering business with support from our finance partner The Oxford Funding Company, an independent brokerage who specialise in finance for commercial vehicles and equipment.

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Popular Piaggio Ape 50 conversions

PIAGGIO APE 50 COFFEE VAN

Packing lots into a compact space, a Piaggio Ape 50 coffee van is the ideal set-up to get you started and hit areas with a limited footprint.

PROSECCO VAN

Popular at race days, street food events and private parties, a prosecco van always gives people a thirst for that bubbly!

PIZZA VAN

Serve up piping hot pizza from the back of your Piaggio Ape 50 conversion, with top quality ovens that guarantee deliciousness.

PIAGGIO APE 50 FOOD TRUCK

Take your pick of hotplates, ovens and fryers to cook up tasty, spicy morsels that the food-buying public go mad for.

BEER TAP VAN

Pour pints from draught pumps or serve cans and bottles from fridges. This will get your beer noticed at everything from beach days to Christmas fairs.

Coffee bundle

Tailor-made for mobile coffee vans and trailers, this includes:

Huge choice of coffee machines. We recommend dual fuel for fully mobile solutions, but can supply/install any machine of preference.
Choice of on-demand coffee bean grinders.
Stainless steel knock-out drawer
Mobile catering LPG sign-off
Electrical installation certificate
Stainless steel counter top

Gas bottle carrier with certification
25-litre water tank
Ultra bright LED lighting to make your machine shine
On board waste tank
Hand wash sink
115amp battery
1000w invertor
13amp electrical hookup (van can be traded from a standard plug socket)

Benefits of owning a Piaggo Ape 50

Owning a Piaggio Ape 50 for your mobile business offers several benefits:

Compact size: The Piaggio Ape 50’s small footprint makes it highly maneuverable and ideal for navigating tight urban spaces and crowded events, allowing you to reach a wide range of locations.
Ease of parking: Its compact dimensions make parking and positioning the Ape 50 much easier compared to larger vehicles, reducing hassle and time spent finding suitable spots.
Cost-effective: The Piaggio Ape 50 is generally more affordable than larger vans or trailers, both in terms of initial purchase price and ongoing operating costs.

Low running costs: With its small engine and efficient design, the Ape 50 offers lower fuel consumption and reduced maintenance expenses.
Unique appeal: Its distinctive design and classic Italian charm can attract attention and stand out from the crowd, helping to create a memorable brand presence.
Ease of operation: The small size and lightweight nature make it easy to drive and operate, even for those with limited experience or those who prefer a more manageable vehicle.

Technical Specification

Dimensions

Length: 2500mm
Width: 1260mm
Height: 1590mm

Weights

Unladen weight (van on its own): 345kg
Carrying capacity: 145kg
Gross weight: 490kg

Engine

Type: 49.8 cc 2 stroke
Fuel Type: Petrol

Gear box

Type: 4 Forward, 4 Reverse

Steering

Type: Handle bar type

Wheels & Tyre

Tyre Size: 100/90 – 10 56J

Suspension

Front: Helical Spring with Dampener
Rear: Rear Spring with Dampener

Brakes

Type: Front & Rear Drum Brakes

Other Information

UK Road Legal
Built to Gas Safe & UK LPG Standards – Conversions without this are non-compliant and against regulations to trade

“The whole team has been amazing from start to finish. Great communication, spot on advice and very friendly. I’d definitely recommend The Big Coffee to anyone considering mobile catering projects. Thanks so much!”
James TalbotThe King's Coffee Limited