Talk of The Villages Florida
Page 2 of 3 1 2 3
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Talk of The Villages Florida (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/)
-   All About Golf Carts and Things (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/all-about-golf-carts-things-156/)
-   -   Chitty chitty bang bang... (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/all-about-golf-carts-things-156/chitty-chitty-bang-bang-244755/)

photo1902 08-03-2017 09:02 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bay Kid (Post 1431717)
My Yamaha is my CAR in TVs. Price is cheap for a car.
Agreed. Some people just need to moan about everything.

dewilson58 08-03-2017 09:08 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by photo1902 (Post 1431761)
Agreed. Some people just need to moan about everything.
:bigbow:

graciegirl 09-16-2017 04:23 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Villagevip (Post 1431137)
One cylinder, chug chug...Notice how overpriced these new golf cars are....Fred Flintstone engineering, in engine, suspension, frame, brakes....Now look, at other new ATVs of the same price.. Two or more cylinders, overhead cams, larger wheels tires , sophisticated suspension, disc brakes, on and on..

P.S. not on a budget,,Just dreaming.. Say if, Polaris made a golf course accepted cart..how advanced it would be..This, to justify the $15K plus..:)
Oh I see.

Fredman 09-16-2017 08:40 PM
Be glad for those who buy new so you can buy used:wave:

Wiotte 09-16-2017 09:14 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Fredman (Post 1449171)
Be glad for those who buy new so you can buy used:wave:


[emoji1303]


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

rubicon 09-17-2017 04:19 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bay Kid (Post 1431717)
My Yamaha is my CAR in TVs. Price is cheap for a car.
Actually you can buy some new cars for the $15,000 or so you pay for a golf cart..just saying

TravelHungry 09-17-2017 11:19 AM
It's so true, costs are becoming to high for these golf carts.

Wiotte 09-17-2017 11:49 AM
Chitty chitty bang bang...
 
Buy used 1 or 2 years old if nearly new is desired. Save 40 % and NO sales tax ( registration not required so the state has no idea)
Many people get sucked into buying one and either want an upgrade or just feel they don't use it enough. Or, move out of TV etc.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

ajbrown 09-17-2017 12:09 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by biker1 (Post 1431527)
The level of technology is fine - it is a golf cart. You don't need more than one cylinder or overhead cams to get you around on the golf course or the MMPs at 20 mph. Overhead cams offer advantages at high RPMs - this is not really an issue with golf cart engines. They also are more complex and thus more costly than the simpler and proven overhead valve designs that are used in golf cart engines. The latest Yamahas have independent front and rear suspensions. I am not sure what additional level of sophistication you are looking for in the suspension. The one place where they could be improved would be brakes on all four wheels. My Yamaha has a wet disk brake on the rear wheels only. These things are rugged and bulletproof. If you really want something that has more whistles and bells, look at Atomic carts.
Refreshing to read something that is based on logic... thank you

PS. buy electric :a20:

TechGC 09-17-2017 06:06 PM
What you need to remember is that the private owner market for a golf cart only represents 2% of the market for the manufacturers.
They like to sell 75 plus at a pop to golf courses. The Private market is growing and the manufacturers are seeing it. New stuff will be coming out directed to that market. Don't expect lower prices however.

Bosoxfan 09-17-2017 06:34 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wiotte (Post 1431138)
Yep your right. Smart people buy used, those who buy new are the self abusers.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Excuse me....Self abusers? Really? Where do you get off making such a statement. I prefer new with almost everything big I purchase. Houses, cars & yes golf cars.I don't need to inherit other people's problems. !!

Bosoxfan 09-17-2017 06:37 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wiotte (Post 1431251)
We picked up a used 2015 fuel injected Yami 4 seater last July with all the bells and whistles. Original owner paid $15.8K with tax. I paid him 8K, no sales tax. DON'T BUY NEW. Deprecation is worse than anything on 4 wheels !


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
What if one were to buy new with all the Bell's & whistles and never intend on selling it.

dbussone 09-17-2017 07:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bosoxfan (Post 1449484)
What if one were to buy new with all the Bell's & whistles and never intend on selling it.


There you go again, asking intelligent questions.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

Wiotte 09-17-2017 09:11 PM
Chitty chitty bang bang...
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bosoxfan (Post 1449482)
Excuse me....Self abusers? Really? Where do you get off making such a statement. I prefer new with almost everything big I purchase. Houses, cars & yes golf cars.I don't need to inherit other people's problems. !!


I had to go back 2 weeks to see when I posted that. My post was in reply to what another poster said. In that context it isn't as bad as I thought. Sorry, nothing personal. I too only buy new on big purchases. I just can't justify paying 15K+ to buy a new golf cart. The depreciation is 40% the first year ! That's insane, if you're the new purchaser. For me, that would be self abuse.
BTW, go Yankees !!!
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...47018588b2.jpg



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Wiotte 09-17-2017 09:39 PM
Chitty chitty bang bang...
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bosoxfan (Post 1449482)
Excuse me....Self abusers? Really? Where do you get off making such a statement. I prefer new with almost everything big I purchase. Houses, cars & yes golf cars.I don't need to inherit other people's problems. !!

$8K, 350 miles. Original invoice almost $16K. Isn't she a beaut !!

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...681c6954eb.jpg



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:39 AM.
Page 2 of 3 1 2 3
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Search Engine Optimisation provided by DragonByte SEO v2.0.32 (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2025 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.