It’s hard not to smile when you see an iconic VW bus. The 1977 example currently on sale via eBay is equipped to capture those grins for posterity. The seller converted it into a unique start-up business: a rolling photo booth.
The 1977 bus was carefully restored with all new parts, fresh paint, and various bits and pieces. The vehicle features a brand-new Nikon camera with an external flash and a digital darkroom. The photo equipment was retrofitted as a wood booth adorned with catchy quotes. Patrons have easy access in and out of the van.
The creative VW bus is ready to start making money at birthday parties, bar mitzvahs, and festivals. It even comes with a small A-frame sign to announce that you are open for business.
The dash odometer shows 90,713 miles after a complete tune-up last month. According to the seller, the VW photo-booth-bus is in great running condition.
New engine bits include the starter and plugs. The list of structural upgrades includes a new glass windshield, lights, turn signals, tires, and a big German-style VW emblem.
The bus has additional niceties, such as built-in storage areas and a funky retro-styled roof rack to haul extra gear.
Inspiring Other Mobile Business Ideas
If you like the idea of a mobile business, but photography is not your thing, consider the many other entrepreneurial vehicles on eBay. A Sprinter van can turn into a bicycle repair shop on wheels. This 2017 Suzuki Mini Pickup is a 21st update of the neighborhood ice cream truck.
There are always dozens of more traditional food trucks for sale on eBay.
This Piaggio Ape truck serves up cava at weddings and other events.
Or how about Italy’s Piaggio, which also makes stylish Vespa scooters. Vintage Truck Purveyors, based in Barcelona and New Jersey, offers adorable custom Piaggio Ape three-wheelers. The eBay seller can convert one of the mini-trucks into a mobile beer-tap, clothier, flower shop, or Churro-mobile. Or let your imagine run wild with another business on three wheels.
