Cost savings counts in the current economy even when you are shopping for golf carts. Perhaps you need to use the golf cart as a utility cart but you do not have a lot of reserve cash to make the purchase. Country clubs and private golf clubs are prime searching ground for used carts, since they upgrade their fleet of carts every three or four years.
Private golf courses primarily sell golf carts “as-is.” They inspect the carts for any kind of major damage, but often will not do refurbishing or cleaning just to sell their fleets. This work is a part of their regular maintenance.
There are no warranties for as-is carts. You take the risk of having to repair it yourself when you buy it.
To minimize your risks, take the golf cart you are considering buying for a test drive. Find some weight to add to the cart and see how the engine handles moving up a hill. You should also check for rust on any part of the body of the cart and see if there have already been parts replaced.
If you are purchasing a refurbished cart from a golf cart dealer, there will likely have been lots of cleaning and reupholstering done. You can even get a 30- or 60-day warranty and choose different seats, upholstery or paint jobs.
You should remember not to ever settle for the first golf cart that you run across. There is always the possibility of a better deal. Make sure you talk to several dealers or visit several country clubs to find the best deal for your budget.
Maintenance becomes a key activity after you have made your purchase. How much maintenance will cost will depend on what kind of golf cart you purchase: gas-powered or electric. Electric carts need the water level checked regularly and require a $400-500 battery replacement every two years. Gas-powered carts need the spark plugs, oil and air filters changed regularly.
A good estimate for used golf carts is about $2,000, compared to the price of a brand new one at about $4,000. Gas golf carts are going to require you to deal with a dealer, since country clubs mostly use electric carts. You should feel safe asking the right questions and comfortable enough to compare prices before you buy.
The Guide was established to help people learn about the various aspects of golf cart covers.
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