Okay, so, let me tell you about this little project I’ve been messing with – a beverage trailer. Yeah, you heard that right. I’ve always been into the idea of having a mobile business, and what’s better than serving drinks on the go?
The Dream
I started with this dream of a cool, hip trailer that could roll into any event and be the life of the party. I’m no engineer, but I sure can dream, right? First, I got down to browsing what’s out there. Turns out, there are tons of these trailers! From big names like Hackney and Hesse to smaller, custom jobs, the choices were overwhelming.
The Search
So I started digging in, comparing prices, sizes, and all that jazz. There were listings from dealers, private sellers, you name it. Some were brand new, shiny, and way out of my budget. Others were used, a bit beat up, but with potential. I found everything from bare-bones setups to fully kitted-out trailers with all the bells and whistles.
The Reality Check
I checked out a few in person. Some were massive, tandem axle things that would need a serious truck to haul. Others were smaller, more manageable. Prices were all over the place. I saw some as low as $2,323, which were basically just a shell on wheels. Then there were the fancy ones going for nearly $50,000. Talk about a range!
- Look at the inventory
- Compare prices
- New or old
- Axle
The Idea Takes Shape
After a lot of looking around, I started to narrow down what I really needed. I wasn’t planning on catering huge events, just something fun and manageable. A single axle trailer seemed like the way to go. I wanted something I could tow with my SUV, not a semi-truck!
The next part was figuring out the inside. I envisioned a simple setup – a good coffee machine, a fridge for cold drinks, some storage, and a service window. Nothing too complicated. I was going to handle all of this!
Making it Happen
Then I took the plunge and bought a used trailer. It was in decent shape, but definitely needed some work. I spent weeks cleaning it up, painting it, and getting it ready. Then, I installed the equipment – the coffee maker, the fridge, everything. It was a lot of elbow grease, but I did it!
Finally, after all that work, I had my beverage trailer. It’s not perfect, but it’s mine. I’ve taken it to a few local events, and it’s been a blast. People love the concept, and I’m having the time of my life. It’s not about making millions, it’s about doing something I enjoy and sharing it with others.
So, that’s my beverage trailer story. It’s been a journey, for sure. From a simple idea to a real, working business on wheels. And you know what? I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
