Shaved Ice Truck for Sale in Tampa, FL 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 | $35,000

Passenger-side service window of a 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 shaved ice truck for sale in Tampa, FL — open-air ordering setup

Published May 2026
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Why this shaved ice truck is a smart buy

Unlike full-service cooking trucks, a shaved ice and frozen treats build like this one needs no commercial hood, no fire suppression system, and no propane — three of the biggest cost and compliance hurdles in the food truck business. That makes this the kind of low-overhead, high-margin rig you can put to work fast at parks, schools, festivals, fairs, and private events across the Tampa Bay area and the rest of Florida.

The wrap is in excellent condition and acts as a rolling billboard. The current brand is not included in the sale — the buyer will need to re-wrap with their own brand identity before operating, otherwise this is a turn-key operation.

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More Vehicle details — 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500

Spec	Value
Year / Make / Model	1997 Chevrolet Express 3500
Body	18 ft custom box / step-style food truck
Fuel	Diesel
Transmission	Automatic
Dimensions (L × W × H)	18 ft × 6.5 ft × 12 ft
GVW	7,360 lbs
Odometer	142,000 miles
Engine	Replaced at ~105,830 miles (~36K on current motor)
Exterior	Purple custom wrap (must be re-wrapped)
Interior	White

Custom-wrapped 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 shaved ice and frozen treats food truck for sale in Florida — full driver-side view

Front grille and hood of a 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 shaved ice truck for sale in Tampa Bay, Florida

Rear exterior of a shaved ice truck for sale in Florida — back end of the 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 with custom graphics

Cummins Onan 5.5HGJAD-6759N onboard generator on a shaved ice food truck for sale in Tampa, FL — 5.5 kW gasoline

Onboard power — Cummins Onan generator

Cummins Onan 5.5HGJAD-6759N commercial generator
5.5 kW / 5.5 kVA, 120/240 VAC, 60 Hz
Gasoline fueled, 12V start
Meets 2024 California / EPA emissions standards
Routed through a labeled breaker panel for clean, organized power management

Interior galley of a turnkey shaved ice truck for sale in Florida — hand-wash sink, syrup pump rack, freezer, and diamond-plate walls

High-capacity multi-bottle syrup pump station and snow cone cup rack inside a shaved ice truck for sale in Tampa Bay, Florida

Upright commercial freezer with stocked storage baskets inside a frozen treats food truck for sale in Florida

Stainless topping bar and prep station with insert bins inside a shaved ice and snow cone truck for sale in Tampa, FL

Chest freezer stocked with novelty ice cream and ice cream cups inside a frozen treats truck for sale in Florida

Odometer reading 142,000 miles on a 1997 Chevrolet Express 3500 shaved ice truck for sale in Tampa Bay, Florida

Equipment included

Production

Snowie commercial shaved ice / snow cone machine (countertop)
Multi-bottle pump syrup station with high-capacity bottle racks
Stainless prep counter and topping bar with insert bins
Cone and cup storage rack

Refrigeration

Upright commercial freezer
Chest freezer (sized for novelty ice cream and ice cream cups)
Undercounter prep station with built-in beverage cooler (canned soda and water)

Sanitation

Three-compartment stainless sink (wash / rinse / sanitize)
Separate hand-wash sink with paper towel and soap dispensers
Fresh / gray water tanks: 30 gal / 40 gal

Service & comfort

Passenger-side service window
Diamond-plate floor and lower walls (food-truck-grade, easy clean)
13,500 BTU Dometic rooftop A/C

Custom build

Full custom exterior wrap (must be re-wrapped — current brand not included)
Custom wheels with LED accent / rocker lighting
Decorative interior diamond-plate accents

Permits and licensing

Currently licensed as an MFDV (Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle) — license can be transferred to the new owner.
Sale is brokered by Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Ocala Food Trucks — full-service food truck booking agency operating across central Florida.
A free four-hour class on starting a food truck in Florida plus a startup checklist are available on this website to help new owners get rolling, just hit the start a truck tab in the top right.

Frequently asked questions

Is the wrap and brand included?

No — the buyer will re-wrap the truck. The current brand identity is not part of the sale. The vehicle, build-out, equipment, and generator are all included.

Does this truck need a commercial hood or fire suppression system?

No. Because the menu is shaved ice and frozen treats — no fryers, grills, or open flame — a hood and suppression system are not required. This is a major cost and compliance saving versus a hot-food truck.

What's the fuel and propane situation?

The vehicle runs on diesel; the Cummins Onan generator runs on gasoline. No propane is used or required.

Can I operate this truck outside Tampa or outside Florida?

Yes — most counties and states allow inter-jurisdiction operation with the right permits. The current MFDV license is Florida-specific. If you operate in Florida, the license can transfer; outside Florida you'd permit through the new state.

Is financing available?

Unfortunately, No, traditional financing is not available on this listing.

Can I see the truck in person?

Yes — viewings are available in Tampa, FL. Call (813) 802-9119 to schedule.

What's the best use case for this truck?

High-margin, lower-barrier mobile vending: schools, parks, fairs, festivals, private events, neighborhood routes, sports complexes, and seasonal vending across the Tampa Bay area, central Florida, and beyond.

Contact — Tampa Bay Food Trucks

Tampa Bay Food Trucks 5701 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, Florida 33610 (813) 802-9119 Agency: Tampa Bay · Orlando · Ocala Food Trucks