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Tyrone Shoelaces 05-28-2022 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Pessemist (Post 2100058)
Absolutely, IF you want electric then Lithium is the only way to go. Really the only downside is up front cost but they tend to last 2x longer than lead acid so in the end the cost is similar.

2X longer?
Truth is, it could be 10X longer we just don't know yet.
But it's a lot more than double.

Tbrazie 05-28-2022 02:41 PM

Golf cart questions middle of June
 
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Originally Posted by ohioshooter (Post 2099562)
Hello, we will be moving in the middle of June. We will be buying 2 carts, I have decided that one will be a Yamaha for my wife to use for golfing. I really like the idea and the looks of the Atomic. With a base price of almost $19k with lithium batteries, I was wondering if there is an alternative that can be bought locally. I see an internet company that sells a similar looking car for almost half the price (not lithium). Anyone with experience? Thanks

We bought two electrics in the last two years. We hate the smell and noise of the gas. The tunnels reek.
They were Star cart and EVolution. They are both awesome and around $12,000. They have different features for your personality. I'm getting over 75-90 miles on a charge. Lithium so no smelly gas and oil etc. No maintenance. Don't believe the crap you will hear about electric not being long-legged or able to climb hills. Those people must not have tried an electric in years.

ohioshooter 05-28-2022 03:30 PM

Please believe me when I say thanks for all the replies, but this isn’t an electric vs gas thread. I really want to find out more about the Atomic Kart and others like it. Thanks

nancyre 05-28-2022 05:06 PM

GEM is a street legal cart available at the Chrysler deal on 441.

Travelhunter123 05-28-2022 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by MartinSE (Post 2099618)
If by alternative you mean meets all the specs including legal on golf courses, then I think Atomic is it for now, but there are a lot of Chinese models starting to show up - maybe someone knows those. But, I would recommend the Atomic - AC, windows, can be street legal, etc. Lots of features for not much more than that custom golf cart.

There appears to be a dealer in Wildwood which part of The Villages is in.

Atomic Cool Kartz

Second vote for Atomic

biker1 05-28-2022 05:38 PM

The only advice I would offer is to buy one cart first and take your time on deciding on a second cart. You might find that you don't need it. You will have a better idea within a few months. I am assuming you haven't lived here before.

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Originally Posted by ohioshooter (Post 2099562)
Hello, we will be moving in the middle of June. We will be buying 2 carts, I have decided that one will be a Yamaha for my wife to use for golfing. I really like the idea and the looks of the Atomic. With a base price of almost $19k with lithium batteries, I was wondering if there is an alternative that can be bought locally. I see an internet company that sells a similar looking car for almost half the price (not lithium). Anyone with experience? Thanks


jrref 05-29-2022 06:09 AM

We have an atomic car and we love it. It's also a lot safer than a regular golf cart since it has a roll cage and re-enforced doors. The A/C in the summer is really great. We even used the heat a couple of times last winter.

ohioshooter 05-29-2022 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jrref (Post 2100402)
We have an atomic car and we love it. It's also a lot safer than a regular golf cart since it has a roll cage and re-enforced doors. The A/C in the summer is really great. We even used the heat a couple of times last winter.

Which batteries do you have and what’s the range. How long have you owned it. Thanks

mrf0151 05-29-2022 06:41 AM

If you are hell bent on buying an electric golf cart, then EZGO is the choice. Down the road all golf carts will need repairs. With EZGO Lithium, they are all made in the USA and parts are readily available. They have been building electric carts in the USA since 1954. When you buy the off brands that have popped up in TV you are heavily risking brain damage when it comes to repairs. Furthermore, all the repair techs in and around The Villages will tell you the same. Finally, you can resell a EZGO much much faster than those off brand carts and for a lot more money. No, I do not work for EZGO, I was in the cart business for years and know all to be true.

Bilyclub 05-29-2022 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ChicagoNative (Post 2100050)
Atomic Kool Kartz just south of 44 & Powell Road. We had a Yamaha and switched to the ION. Love it. Range is about 60 miles without ac, 50 with.

Just get used to the “Karens” that will give you dirty looks and a few choice comments about having a car on their paths!

Maybe because you are not a Villages resident and shouldn't be on the MMP's which we pay to maintain.

ohioshooter 05-29-2022 07:43 AM

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Based on some of the replies I'm getting I have to assume that a lot of people don't know what an Atomic Kartz is. Here is a picture.

ohioshooter 05-29-2022 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Bilyclub (Post 2100435)
Maybe because you are not a Villages resident and shouldn't be on the MMP's which we pay to maintain.

You sound like a very happy person.

Bilyclub 05-29-2022 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ohioshooter (Post 2100455)
You sound like a very happy person.

Sometimes the truth hurts.

sneighbors 05-29-2022 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mrf0151 (Post 2100421)
If you are hell bent on buying an electric golf cart, then EZGO is the choice. Down the road all golf carts will need repairs. With EZGO Lithium, they are all made in the USA and parts are readily available. They have been building electric carts in the USA since 1954. When you buy the off brands that have popped up in TV you are heavily risking brain damage when it comes to repairs. Furthermore, all the repair techs in and around The Villages will tell you the same. Finally, you can resell a EZGO much much faster than those off brand carts and for a lot more money. No, I do not work for EZGO, I was in the cart business for years and know all to be true.

I have an EZgo Lithium and was looking to add a 2nd battery (for distance) but have yet been able to find one from any dealer both here in Central FL as well as in North GA. That would be my only concern until the Samsung battery packs are easily obtained may be an issue getting parts. The other issue is that it is locked down to 19 MPH and always being passed on the multi-modal paths. I know 20 is the limit and yes if I was doing 20 may still get passed but at least I would be able to do the limit. It is very annoying you can't modify it without bricking the electronics or so I'm told.

wsachs 05-29-2022 11:33 AM

Try a GEM. Neighbor just got one. Bill Bryan sells them.


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