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Old 08-15-2023, 08:16 AM
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Do some research about golf carts before you get here.
DO NOT buy one right away. See what your needs are. Talk with people and compare. Decide gas or electric - there will be plenty of opinions on that. If you pick electric, only consider lithium batteries, and larger capacity ones.

The Village Golf Cars is owned by the developer. Convenient locations inside the bubble. Many people are happy with them, many are not. When you drop off for service they offer free loaners. Will not service anything not bought from them.

There are several other dealers just outside of the bubble. They offer more brands, and a different price structure. Might not get a service loaner, but that's a trade off for a much lower price.

Used carts (private seller) will cost a lot less than a new cart (and maybe no sales tax).

There are several golf cart service people that will come to your driveway.

There are a few rescue services. Think they cost around $30 to $60 per year. Will come out when you are stranded. Might fix something minor, or flatbed your cart to where you want. Good piece of mind.