[justjim]

If part-time, I would go with a gas cart unless you like to spend $$$ to buy batteries. You will never regret buying upgraded seats. Seat belts not a bad idea either. Discount golf carts on 466 are good honest people to deal with. Good luck and welcome to the best retirement community in Florida.

[BRN_RI_FL]

Originally Posted by justjim

If part-time, I would go with a gas cart unless you like to spend $$$ to buy batteries. You will never regret buying upgraded seats. Seat belts not a bad idea either. Discount golf carts on 466 are good honest people to deal with. Good luck and welcome to the best retirement community in Florida.

Thanks justjim.We're really looking forward to getting back there later this summer. And buying and getting around by golf cart is part of that excitement.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

Just bought a villa in Woodbury. Will be a part-time Villager for a few years until moving down full-time. Planning to be down there for a month or so in mid August. Will be looking for a late model gas cart or possibly even a new. I would like to keep the price as low as possible. For a new cart, are there any must-have options that I should add? Are the standard seats comfortable enough? Anything else I should look into? Thanks in advance.

Get seat belts for your golf cart! It's a minimal cost and could save your life.

[Bay Kid]

Nice seats are a must!!! Plus seatbelts.

[bandsdavis]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

Just bought a villa in Woodbury. Will be a part-time Villager for a few years until moving down full-time. Planning to be down there for a month or so in mid August. Will be looking for a late model gas cart or possibly even a new. I would like to keep the price as low as possible. For a new cart, are there any must-have options that I should add? Are the standard seats comfortable enough? Anything else I should look into? Thanks in advance.

I haven't read all the posts for this yet so maybe this will be redundant, but the one upgrade we would strongly suggest is the upgraded seats. We have a Yamaha, and our upgraded seats are not only much more comfortable, but also feel much safer, as the side armrests are more substantial and bigger. We use the cart a LOT! and I know if we had not upgraded, it would be a much more uncomfortable ride. They are expensive, but worth every penny. Also, and I'm sure others will mention this, seatbelts are a must for safety. Most serious injuries in cart accidents are caused by people being thrown from the cart. Good luck to you and welcome!

[JerryLBell]

Originally Posted by Brucernelson

We're really looking forward to getting back there later this summer. And buying and getting around by golf cart is part of that excitement.

I know what you mean! We ordered ours last November, even knowing that we weren't retiring and moving here until late February. I literally had dreams of driving around here in my golf cart. Now that we're here, my dreams have come true. After being here going on four months now, I still find myself grinning like an idiot while driving the cart around. My buddy says he bought a sports car as a pathetic attempt to reclaim his youth. Well, I'm driving around in what amounts to a fancy go-****, so I must be attempting to reclaim my childhood!

[BRN_RI_FL]

in 2008 I bought a new red Corvette. I got rid of it a couple years ago as the roads suck up here and I only drove it probably once a week. Plus why do I need a sports car capable of going almost 200 miles an hour. Traded it in for a Jeep Wrangler which I enjoy more. However, I felt like I was shopping for a sports cars again when I was in the showroom at Sumter looking at golf carts. Can't wait to buy one. 20 miles an hour will be fine with me.

[graciegirl]

They do fulfill inner needs.

At Laurel Manor last Saturday I saw a golfcart parked facing out with a big yellow M on it against a blue background. ARCH RIVAL MICHIGAN.

I carefully placed my red golfcart with Ohio State insignia on front, RIGHT next to it facing out Side by side. Pretty as a picture. I giggled as I walked away.

Go Bucks.

Returned to find no note and no scratches. I love The Villages.

[coffeebean]

My must have options:
1) HAD to be electric. No ifs ands or buts about that!!!

2) One piece windshield (we don't play golf)

3) Self canceling directionals. This upgraded steering wheel also includes high beams. That is worth every penny to be able to see far in the distance at night. feel very safe driving at night because of the high beams. I always knock down the high beams when another cart is coming in the opposite direction. The high beams on my cart work just like high beam on a car.

4) Upgraded bucket seats (I'm short and hubby is tall). I'm able to reach the pedals and also do not have to reach to comfortably hold the steering wheel. The seats we have have a wonderful lumbar support and very comfortable arm rests.

5) As others have said, seat belts are a must to be safe

[redwitch]

When buying used, be sure to buy either from a reputable dealer or have it checked out by a good mechanic. I wouldn't worry too much about a service contract. Use someone like Willie Wilcoxon to give annual service and other repairs. Willie comes to your house and usually can fix the problem right then and there. Rarely has to take it to his shop.

Another company to try for a used cart is the one in Ocala (sorry, can't remember the name, but I have faith someone here will give it to you). Good reputation, good carts, better prices that TV Golf Carts.

[asianthree]

If you’re only coming part time and maybe staying for a few weeks to a month why don’t you just consider renting that way you don’t have to worry about upkeep somebody driving it and keeping it up while you’re not there.

[Henryk]

Speaking of options, does anyone have an overhead metal storage unit that locks and is secure (i.e., not flimsy or easily defeated)? I'd like to carry my binoculars for bird watching and don't want to get ripped off.

When I bought my Yamaha gas 2016, the salesman "demonstrated" how to open the glove box-type doors with no key. I don't think it's wise to disclose how he did it, but I decided they weren't worth it.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by asianthree

If you’re only coming part time and maybe staying for a few weeks to a month why don’t you just consider renting that way you don’t have to worry about upkeep somebody driving it and keeping it up while you’re not there.

So... can one rent a cart with seat belts? Self-canceling turn signals? Adjusted to 19+ mph instead of 15, where everyone is passing you and making you nervous?

Please, please get seat belts--and use them. I don't have a cart (yet), but I won't even ride in one that doesn't have them. Also, make sure the seat belts are attached to the frame of the cart.

Ajbrown on TOTV might be able to help you build a container to put in your cart to keep that adorable beagle secure.

[Henryk]

Originally Posted by CFrance

So... can one rent a cart with seat belts? Self-canceling turn signals? Adjusted to 19+ mph instead of 15, where everyone is passing you and making you nervous?

Please, please get seat belts--and use them. I don't have a cart (yet), but I won't even ride in one that doesn't have them. Also, make sure the seat belts are attached to the frame of the cart.

Ajbrown on TOTV might be able to help you build a container to put in your cart to keep that adorable beagle secure.

May I clarify?

You said, "Also, make sure the seat belts are attached to the FRAME (emphasis added) of the cart." AND NOT ATTACHED TO THE SEATS OR SEAT ASSEMBLY.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Henryk

May I clarify?

You said, "Also, make sure the seat belts are attached to the FRAME (emphasis added) of the cart." AND NOT ATTACHED TO THE SEATS OR SEAT ASSEMBLY.

Thank you for the clarification, Henryk. I was not sure where the unsafe ones were installed--just knew they should be attached to the frame.