[Jerseybob]

You may want to try renting a cart that is gas for a few weeks and then renting an electric one for that decision. Depending on what you plan in keeping in your garage space may also determine the length ( 2 seater/4 seater), and as others have said, you can always rent a bigger cart for times you have folks visiting .Their are also rear step platforms that fold up for a smaller profile in a garage or tight parking spot. Do check out the crown /evolution/ atomic brands as they offer some of the features you mentioned. There are some cool custom carts as well that are offered in gas and electric. Street Rod is one brand and they have a retail store with new and used carts.

I cannot comment on solid doors or roll up weather protection. We have two carts, one gas and one electric and have not been caught in the rain so we have not used the roll down protection. We have been here since last August and I recognize there are those on the site that have great years of knowledge. All I can add is we were happy with our choices and used the combined knowledge of those on this site to help guide us in factor for buying our carts.

Also, there are tons of carts for sale that are used, some private party, others are dealers that re certify with warranties up to 5 years. Do not feel that only a new cart from a expensive pushy shop will be the right choice for you. Some are advertised on this site in the classified section, the village sun newspaper classifieds, Facebook Market Place, Craig's list and in front and inside the dealerships. We also encountered a great number of carts sitting on a driveway or neighborhood corner with for sale signs on them.

Last , if your purchase is able to be kept as a GOLF CART only , your insurance may be about $200 a year.
If you decide to go with a STREET LEGAL or GOLF CART vehicle, and you opt for STREET LEGAL, you will pay the same insurance as a regular car or truck on the road.
Check very specifically with your seller and then your insurance company for correct decision making. Many companies offer a gas or electric vehicle that is street legal OR just golf cart. Remember, there are over 110 miles of milti- model pathways for golf carts that do not require street legal plates and higher insurance. Depending on where you live and the path system to place you go regularly may assist you in your decision as well.