Steps to get your food truck…
1. Find Your Food Truck
- Start your journey by visiting your preferred food truck manufacturing company to explore available models and options.
2. Explore Options
- Review various truck layouts, equipment, and upgrades to select the configuration that best fits your business needs.
3. Request a Quote
- Obtain a detailed quote from the manufacturer outlining pricing, selected upgrades, estimated delivery time, and other key details.
4. Express Interest
- Review the quote and confirm your interest in proceeding with the food truck purchase.
5. Need Financing?
- If you’re unable to secure traditional financing and have at least a 40% deposit available, contact Equipment Rental Center, LLC (ERC) to inquire about our Lease-to-Own program.
6. Understand the Lease Option
- ERC will explain how the Lease-to-Own program works and provide lease quotes tailored to different deposit amounts and lease durations.
7. Submit Your Application
- Complete an ERC application and review our lease agreement terms.
8. Get Approved
- Once your application is reviewed and approved, we’ll proceed with the lease documentation.
9. Commitment & Initial Deposit
- Sign the “Reservation and Commitment” agreement and submit the required deposit to secure your place in the program.
10. Initiate Truck Order
- ERC will contact your selected Food Truck Sales Company and begin the order process based on the approved quote and specifications.
11. Finalize Lease Agreement
- ERC will coordinate with the manufacturer to receive engineering plans and timeline estimates, then prepare the full Lease Agreement for your review.
12. Sign Lease & Submit Final Deposit
- Review and sign the Lease Agreement and pay any balance of funds due.
13. Confirm Purchase Details
- ERC will finalize the truck acquisition and share the purchase terms with you for confirmation.
14. Ongoing Communication
- You’ll stay in direct contact with the Food Truck Sales Company for updates on production, estimated completion, and other related details.
15. Final Inspection & Delivery
- The manufacturer will notify you of the final inspection process, delivery date, location, and any last requirements.
16. Pick Up Your Food Truck
On delivery day, bring your ID, review equipment instructions and warranty information, sign the final receipt, and take possession of your truck.
Important Notice Regarding Ownership and Responsibilities
While ERC will be the legal purchaser and owner of the food truck during the lease term, please note the following:
- The truck will be purchased from the manufacturing company chosen by you and built to your specifications.
- ERC is not responsible for negotiating terms, inspecting the build, or managing warranties.
- You must obtain all details from the manufacturer regarding:
- Truck specifications and upgrades
- Estimated build time
- Operational training and instructions
- Permits, licensing, and warranties
ERC is available to assist only with lease-related questions. For all inquiries regarding the vehicle itself, please contact your selected food truck manufacturer directly. This ensures the most accurate information is used to support your lease and purchase process.
