For sale is a fully operational, one of a kind mobile arcade business based in Austin, Texas. Operating under the brand Austin Arcade Trolley, the business delivers 80s\-style nostalgia through a retrofitted vintage trolley equipped with 8 classic arcade cabinets, a custom gaming PC setup, and modern amenities like air conditioning, party lighting, and a functional e\-commerce website\.
The business caters to private events including birthdays, weddings, festivals, school functions, and corporate parties\. It is the only known mobile arcade of its kind in Central Texas, offering a differentiated and photogenic experience in a saturated mobile entertainment market\.
Key Highlights:
- Turnkey Operation – All physical and digital assets included:
- Fully functional trolley
- 8 arcade cabinets
- Custom rear gaming PC station
- Website \(Shopify\) \+ full social media presence
- Lighting & Split AC unit
- Stored original trolley benches and wheelchair lift
- Unique Market Position – No direct local competition in the nostalgic mobile arcade niche
- High Customer Feedback – Positive engagement from all event types
- ow Overhead – No full\-time staff required; home\-based and relocatable
- Growth Ready – Ideal for an owner\-operator or marketing\-savvy buyer to scale bookings
Financial Snapshot:
- Gross Revenue \(TTM\): ~$4,000
- Cash Flow / EBITDA: Not disclosed
- Inventory Value: ~$55,000 \(not included in asking price\)
- Years in Operation: 1
- Employees: 0 \(owner\-operated\)
Facilities & Assets:
The sale includes the fully built\-out trolley and equipment, digital properties \(website \+ social media\), and all future bookings at the time of sale\. The business is currently home\-based and can be relocated anywhere in Central Texas or franchised\.
Growth Opportunities:
- Targeted digital advertising for event planners, schools, and corporate HR departments
- Partnering with breweries, festivals, or wedding venues
- Expand fleet or franchise model to nearby metro areas \(San Antonio, Houston, DFW\)
- Licensing for pop\-up activations in malls, retro conventions, etc\.
Deal Terms:
1. Asking Price: $48,000
1. Inventory \(Arcade Cabinets & Parts\): $55,000 – sold separately or negotiable
1. Seller Financing: Available for qualified buyers
1. Transition Support: Offered for a smooth handoff
Reason for Sale: The owner is pursuing another fast\-scaling business venture and cannot dedicate the time required to grow this opportunity\.