[Miles42]

Been here as a full timer for a few weeks now and clearly need a golf cart. I would like any pros and cons with buying new or used and where Is the best place to buy either.

Thanks

Miles

[redwitch]

Personally, I prefer used. But,then, I rarely bought a new car -- don't like the markup and a good used vehicle more than does the job. For used, my first choice would be Jim Followell. His prices are fair and he truly stands behind his carts.

The advantage to new is you can get everything you want on the cart from the git go and prices for accessories are pretty much the same whether new or used. Few used carts are going to have everything you want.

Happy hunting!

[ron122049]

Hi, I've looked at both new and used/rebuilt. The new ones have electronic fuel injection and so you don't have to deal with a choke or those type of issues. The benefit of buying new is that you will get a 5 year warranty. With a used, of course it's usually "buyer beware". I don't typically buy new cars either but I do choose used ones that have a dealer certification or warranty. That way you cut down on the markdown. I am currentyl dealing with Kim Fischer-Geiger at The Villages Golf Carts in Brownwood. She is a wonderful lady, is patient and helps her clients make the right choice for them. Of course, she can also sell you a rebuilt cart if you want to save a little money. The difference in price is only about $2500. They are also offering $1000 discount right now on the 2014's. Good luck and tell her Ron sent you.

[2BNTV]

It is your preferences that matter and what you want to spend on a cart.

I prefer "electric" as I hate the smell of fumes but new Yamaha gas carts are pretty good about keeping their fumes, to a minimum. New, can run about 10.000 to 12,000. Good for travelling all around TV, if you plan on doing that kind of travelling every day.

My refurbished electric cart can go about 60 miles in one charge, (8-6 volt battery configuration), and that is more than adequate for me. I love it's quietness.

Frank, ("frank7" on TOTV), at Sta-Rite Carts, would be a vendor that I would check out. 326-3100.

[TNLAKEPANDA]

It all depends on how much you want to spend! $ $$ $$$ $$$$ Personally there are tons of good used carts available in the Villages

[Bonnevie]

I bought a used one and am so glad I did because I find I don't use it as much as I thought I would.

[graciegirl]

We have a four seater gas Yamaha and a two seater electric Par car and we bought each from the owner. We have had the gas one for seven years and I think that makes it about ten years old and the other we have had for a couple of year and it would make it four years old.

My husband is kind of savvy with cars and he found them advertised in the paper. We had the four seater spruced up with new curtains, seatcovers and plastic "wrap".

We like both, but if forced to choose between gas and electric, I would choose gas, simply because it is more dependable. Although our Par car only stopped once and once battery was replaced, (or batteries) we have't had a pause.

If you are car savvy, there are good carts available, sometimes the owners have moved on to the Village of Heavenly.

[Miles42]

So if used is the choice then where do I find the listings? there are not many in the paper?

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by Miles42

So if used is the choice then where do I find the listings? there are not many in the paper?

Once in a while, there are some that are listed on TOTV.

Personally, I would go to a dealer that has a warranty of sorts. A decent cart can be obtained for about 2.5K to 3K, if you want used. New carts are 9K/10K or more.

[Aandjmassage]

There is so many dealers trying to get your business their carts are a better deal. Have to really know carts to not get a bad one from a individual that is just getting rid of it and it may have hidden problems.

[JGVillages]

Check out "Grandma and Grandpa's Village Buggies" (google for website). The owner, Scott, is a Villager for 7+ years and sells re-manufactured Club Car and Yamaha. Save a thousand+ over new yet get an all new exterior plus all the accessories you want.

[wdonze]

I would recommend Master Golf Cars on 441 in Belleview (near Marion Market). I bought a refurbished electric Club Car which came with a warranty as long as I get it serviced by them once a year. I got an electric because we didn't like the smell of fumes and chose the Club Car because the frame is aluminum and won't rust. The sticker shock at Village Golf Cars was just too much for me. The only problem I have is that I can't tell how much juice is left at any point in time. Decide how you will use your cart and let that guide you. A gas cart may be better for you if you plan to travel a good distance to the course and plan 9 holes. I live in Charlotte and have friends in Piedmont but wouldn't consider visiting them by cart.