Piaggio Ape Electric Conversions

An Italian icon, oozing retro cool

As the official UK importer from Piaggio Group in Italy, get ready to fall in love with an Italian as our Classic Piaggio Ape exudes authentic charm from the country.

Bringing together quirky, fun styling with beautiful Italian design, the Classic Ape is an irresistible mobile vehicle conversion.

This electric Piaggio Ape is your ultimate companion for mobile entrepreneurship. Specially designed to accommodate many business ideas, from coffee catering to ice cream vending and so much more.

Our Tuk Tuk style vehicle combines the iconic Ape styling with eco-friendly electric power. With its 8kwh electric motor, the three-wheeler guarantees dependable and cost-effective transport to your pitch or event space. Whether it’s a bustling city square or a cosy corner at a local market, the Piaggio Ape Electric van will squeeze into most event spaces with ease.

There’s so much potential in a compact vehicle like this! With our starter coffee equipment bundle, you could be serving up to 400 espressos per hour – that’s as much as £9,600 revenue in an eight-hour day!

With a two-year warranty and genuine manufacturer’s parts available for aftercare, you can focus on growing your business with peace of mind.

The van can be wrapped with your unique brand design, ensuring that your mobile business stands out wherever you go, making it easy for everyone to recognise who you are.

Join the electric revolution and elevate your mobile coffee business with the Piaggio Ape Electric conversion today!

PRICE FROM £26,990

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FINANCE OPTIONS

Vending options

Whether you prefer the intimacy of serving from within or the dynamic interaction of an open setup, our electric Piaggio Ape conversion offers the perfect platform for showcasing your craftsmanship while captivating your audience.

Internal vending

The Piaggio Ape internal vend is converted to house a compact serving space inside, allowing ample room to move around and use your equipment.

Prioritising comfort and efficiency, there’s a door at the rear of the vehicle so you can shelter for a pleasant working environment in any weather.

Working inside the vehicle places you near all your equipment and supplies, streamlining workflow and maximising productivity. Effortlessly navigate between brewing stations, storage areas, and serving counters, with an optimised layout for efficient operation.

External vending

Choose to serve customers exclusively from outside the vehicle, opening three sides of the van to create a unique atmosphere as you serve your products.

External vending offers a visually engaging experience, attracting passers-by with the sights and aromas of freshly brewed coffee or baked goods.

This setup offers flexibility in your vending space layout, allowing you to create an inviting area that boosts foot traffic and customer engagement. It also enables creative branding and signage, effectively promoting your business with captivating visuals and messaging.

Take Full Advantage!

Here at The Big Coffee we believe it’s not just about building you a street food cart, but about creating you something exceptional. As well as the tailor made design and build service, 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 coffee business 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 Electric conversions

COFFEE ESSENTIALS

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

PROSECCO BAR

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

PIZZA PACKAGE

Serve up piping hot pizza from the back of your van or trailer conversion, with top quality ovens that guarantee deliciousness.

CRAFT BEER

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:

Award winning Fracino Contempo 2 Group semi-automatic espresso machine with dual fuel technology powered by gas, electricity or both
Chrome-finished Fracino grinder with one-year warranty
Stainless steel knock-out drawer
Mobile catering LPG sign-off
Electrical installation certificate
Stainless steel counter top

Gas bottle carrier with certification
70-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 Piaggio Ape Electric

Owning a Piaggio Ape Electric for your mobile business offers several notable advantages:

Eco-friendly operation: The Piaggio Ape Electric produces zero emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice that aligns with sustainability goals and appeals to eco-conscious customers.
Quiet performance: Its electric engine runs quietly, reducing noise pollution and creating a more pleasant experience for both operators and customers.
Low operating costs: The Piaggio Ape Electric benefits from lower running costs compared to traditional fuel vehicles, with savings on fuel and reduced maintenance due to fewer moving parts.

Compact and maneuverable: Its small size and agility make it easy to navigate through congested areas and tight spaces, allowing for greater flexibility in location and setup.
Cost savings on fuel: Charging an electric vehicle is generally cheaper than refuelling with petrol or diesel, leading to cost savings over time.
Unique and modern appeal: The electric model combines classic design with modern technology, providing a unique and innovative option that can attract attention and enhance your brand’s image.

Technical Specification

Dimensions

Length: 3315mm
Width: 1490mm
Height: 2315mm 2650mm (Internal Vend)

Weights

Unladen weight (van on its own): 469kg
Carrying capacity: 506kg
Gross weight: 975kg

Engine

Type: Electric Lithium Ion 48v
Battery Capacity: 8kwh

Gear box

Type: PT Gear with Differential

Steering

Type: Handle bar type

Wheels & Tyre

Tyre Size: 4.50-10

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 service, advice and the quality of the team’s workmanship is first class and I can’t thank the entire crew enough for all their hard work to create what is quite simply a work of art. I’ve had so much positive interest in my Ape and we’re hoping for a fabulous summer of market trading, summer balls, outdoor theatre and private hire.”
David HurstBlackbird Coffee