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What to Look For When Buying a New Golf Cart

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Researching and purchasing a new or used golf cart to take around on the green can be exciting. But before heading off and ordering one, there are a few things to consider. What is your budget? Are you looking for something that is completely new or just new to you? What specifications are you looking for? What other uses might you utilize the golf cart for? Once you have a concrete idea of what your needs are and what would make the perfect golf cart for you, make sure to read a variety of reviews to hear what your fellow golfers have to say.

Customize

There are many different makes and models of golf carts so it is important to know what you are looking for before pulling out the cash or card. You could get anything from custom built carts with all the newest gadgets and specifications to a cart that has just the basics and essentials.

Carts can also be adapted to fit your needs. If you need mobility assistance, there are carts available that support you so you can work on your swing. If you are having a family day out and want to keep the kids safely in the cart while driving, consider purchasing brackets for the side of the cart. Are you playing in an area where the weather is extremely changeable? Consider fitting your golf cart with an enclosure cover to block out the wind, rain or sun.

One of the main decisions to make is if you would prefer electric or gas. While the two are close enough in the price range, there are a few large differences. Gas golf carts have a much stronger engine and don't require batteries that need charging every few hours. Electric carts are dramatically quieter and better for the environment.

Buying New and Used

Once you know what you are looking for, it is time to start exploring and comparing prices. If you prefer to have a brand new golf cart, you may be looking at sale prices between $4,000 to $10,000 for a new model. With a new cart, you will receive a warranty from the dealership or manufacturer compared to a used one where these often wouldn't be included.

If you would prefer something a little more budget friendly, used golf carts that are for sale come in somewhere between $2,000 to $5,000. There are numerous people and companies online that sell used golf cart without the hefty sale price. For those that are on a tight budget, consider buying one that may need a little work done and then head to the salvage yard to see if they have the parts you need to get your cart up and running. These are great places to look for rebuilt carts and parts but may be hard to come by if golf courses aren't popular in the area.

Golf Cart Brands

If you are buying a new cart, keep in mind that along with Club Car and Yamaha, E-Z- Go is one of the leading global manufacturers of golf carts. On their website they have golf cart owner manuals and repair manuals that can be purchased between $44-$100 filled with diagrams. They also have parts, accessories, tires, and wheels that can also be ordered if anything breaks or needs replacement.

Salvage Yards

Golf cart salvage yards that solely focus on carts can be gold mines for those who know what golf cart parts they are looking for. They usually have anything from brakes and bearings to mufflers and motors. While it may take time and a bit of driving, it could save you a lot of money in the long run.

Trailers

Once your golf cart is purchased, you can enjoy it not only on the greens but also around the home. One of the advantages that golf carts have over other vehicles is that they can be used in a variety of situations. If you have landscaping work you are doing around the house and need to move tools or plants around, consider looking for a golf cart trailer. Golf carts are also commonly seen at zoos, on college campuses, around campgrounds and even on farms, so they can truly fit anyone's needs.