Golf cart dealers

[jojo]

Has anyone had any experience with Discount Golf Cart World - on 441 south of Lady Lake. They will build to specs. Says he's been in business 15 years.

[aln]

I bought 2 carts from them in DEC 2006. "rebuilds"
1 was 2 seater - elec, 2003
Nice sunbrella covers; they threw in a mesh shopping back for back, and it had the usual mirrors & cooler (6pk)
other 1 was 4 seater; with beautiful paint job, radio, overhead fan, hi-speed.
Problem was the 4 seater wouldn't get me 5 miles before crapping out.
They took it back 3 times trying to understand why but never figured it out and I understand they ended up tearing it apart and rebuilding it.
IN EXCHANGE they gave me another 4 seater (2004) with hi-speed IQ motor, sunbrella cover (the original 4 seater didn't have any side curtains.).
Anyway the 2 cost me $12k.
They also offer a 5 year warranty as long as you do their semi-annual maintenance.
They have a new young maintenance manager "Berlin" who has taken pretty good care of me. When I've needed light bulbs, as long as I want to make the trip there I've gotten them for free. I cracked a frame around a headlite and it really screws up the aim. He also gave me a new frame (but I have to put it in). When the brakes were 'acting up' on the 2 seater, they took care of it no charge.

The batteries must've been pretty cheapo's tho' cuz on the 2 seater I need to replace them already (2 year, 2 months). I only get about 10-15 miles out of a charge. That's going to cost me $639 from Discount Golf Cart World.

Personally, right now I'd buy one of the new EZGO RSV's if I only needed 1 cart.
I think they're attractive and they're talking 60 miles per charge.
Just remember, if you ride an electric wide open all the time that'll reduce the miles

[dgammon6]

Hope it isn't the same person that owned K&H that closed down last month.

[aln]

I also forgot to mention that a few months ago the GOLF CART CONNECTION advertised on this site and many members were very pleased with the service. You might want to visit them.

http://www.golfcartconnection.com/

[rshoffer]

Hope it isn't the same person that owned K&H that closed down last month.They didn't close.... they changed their name and moved up the road on 441. Draw your own conclusions.

[Safe Home Watch Mary Edwards]

What name are they using??????? Need to let my neighbor know thats waiting for a cart.

[rshoffer]

what name are they using??????? Need to let my neighbor know thats waiting for a cart.i believe it is "freedom" golf carts their ad in the paper looks identical with just a change in name pretty slick

[dgammon6]

K & H relocated farther North on 441, as Freedom Carts. New name same game. Beware

[Mallory]

Do yourself a favor - go to Golf Cart Connection. Across from the old WalMart on 27/441 but moving south soon down by Best Buy & Kohl's.

[Indy-Guy]

If you are interested in a good used cart call Jim Followell at cell # 317-258-1241 or home 352-259-7525. Jim buys the carts that are traded in at The Villages Golf Cart store as well as many of the other cart stores in the area. To learn more about Jim just do a TOTV search using his last name to see what the people here think of him.

Many people from TOTV use him to rent a cart from but he also sells used ones.

[drdodge]

I bought my cart from Discout Golf 4 years ago , I have not had any problems.
drd

[suebanj]

I bought a cart from Discount Carts about 6 months ago and have not had any problems. Just had my first maintenance with them and they came as scheduled. So far, so good!

[mitchbr47]

We bought an EZ Go 4 seater in July 08 and have had numerous problems since mid November with 6 service calls- It loses power and dies. Maybe this time is was repaired correctly.

[moserjoan]

We have had HORRIBLE experiences with Golf Cart Connection service and recommend you buy your golf cart somewhere else!!! They are SLOW to call you back, SLOW to service your golf cart, and SLOWER even yet once they have your golf cart in the shop. Ours was in for 2 weeks to have batteries replaced (a 1 year old cart), and one month later it has the same problems it did before the batteries were replaced. Repeated phone calls to them are rarely returned.

[donaldlmiller]

I recently bought a cart from Grandpa and Grandmas Village Buggiies. THey are located north of EZ Go. Great carts, great service. Give them a try. Bought refurbished 2005 Club Car totally loaded gas for $5750. It is a beautiful cart and looks brand new, They are super friendly and dependable.
Scott is the owner.
Hope this helps.

Don Miller
Hadley

[GMONEY]

We have had HORRIBLE experiences with Golf Cart Connection service and recommend you buy your golf cart somewhere else!!! They are SLOW to call you back, SLOW to service your golf cart, and SLOWER even yet once they have your golf cart in the shop. Ours was in for 2 weeks to have batteries replaced (a 1 year old cart), and one month later it has the same problems it did before the batteries were replaced. Repeated phone calls to them are rarely returned.


I second this notion. Try this place also

http://www.customcartshop.com/index.html

[santiagobob]

Several of my friends and I bought our Yamaha cart at Carts & Clubs in Ocala and we all are very satisfied. They recently moved to a larger location on 27/441 south of Ocala just past the drive -in movie. Ted will build to your specs and his prices are lower than the Villages. He will take trade-ins and stands behind his product.

[jkomoros]

Is The Villages Golf Cart shop not mentioned simply because they're higher (I assume) than the other places mentioned? My husband and I were considering buying from them mostly for convenience. If we buy a golf cart from one of the other places mentioned here, how do you get service on your cart when the shop is so much farther away?

(We've just bought in TV, so we're new to all of these kind of questions and really appreciate your advice!)

[GMONEY]

Is The Villages Golf Cart shop not mentioned simply because they're higher (I assume) than the other places mentioned? My husband and I were considering buying from them mostly for convenience. If we buy a golf cart from one of the other places mentioned here, how do you get service on your cart when the shop is so much farther away?

(We've just bought in TV, so we're new to all of these kind of questions and really appreciate your advice!)

I priced a Cart with them new 4 seater, almost 11,000. i checked with a dealer in west palm that would only charge me 150.00 to deliver the thing here, and his price was 8100. Now I would think that might be alittle much. Yamaha cart it was

[rshoffer]

Is The Villages Golf Cart shop not mentioned simply because they're higher (I assume) than the other places mentioned? My husband and I were considering buying from them mostly for convenience. If we buy a golf cart from one of the other places mentioned here, how do you get service on your cart when the shop is so much farther away?

(We've just bought in TV, so we're new to all of these kind of questions and really appreciate your advice!)
I would buy from them.

[disney07]

I priced a Cart with them new 4 seater, almost 11,000. i checked with a dealer in west palm that would only charge me 150.00 to deliver the thing here, and his price was 8100. Now I would think that might be alittle much. Yamaha cart it was
Hey GMONEY, Sounds like a deal to me? What's the name of this dealer in West Palm?:beer3:
Thanks.

[GMONEY]

Hey GMONEY, Sounds like a deal to me? What's the name of this dealer in West Palm?:beer3:
Thanks.

Try this one, I can not find the link to the West Palm one.. I am still looking for it. this one had a really good deal also. They told me that if you buy one from them, I would get charged for warranty work if I took it to the dealer in the villages due to not buying it here. I have had many places tell me they get alot of calls from Villagers complaing about the price they charge in The Villages

http://www.boylansales.com/ :shrug:

[disney07]

Is The Villages Golf Cart shop not mentioned simply because they're higher (I assume) than the other places mentioned? My husband and I were considering buying from them mostly for convenience. If we buy a golf cart from one of the other places mentioned here, how do you get service on your cart when the shop is so much farther away?

I have not seen an answer to the question on Village Golf Cart, servicing Yamaha carts not bought from them, under warranty? My understanding is a Cart bought from a authorized dealer is entitled correction & service with warranty related issues whether cart has been purchased from them or not. But, are you given the same service. I refer to scheduling, pickup if necessary, cost? Do they charge you for pickup & delivery? Any labor cost for warranty service? Anyone buy a Cart outside the Villages and have to deal with Villages Golf Cart for service to their cart?

I have looked at Carts & Clubs in Ocala, and the answer to my questions above is No Charge for Pickup, or Labor for warranty related problems. It sounds like quick servicing as well. I'm still looking at other Yamaha dealers, but looking for answer to servicing.:bowdown:

Thank You

[CAL]

Bought my cart from Discount Golf Carts 2 years ago, great people to work with, prompt service when needed. Good prices

[jkomoros]

I have not seen an answer to the question on Village Golf Cart, servicing Yamaha carts not bought from them, under warranty? My understanding is a Cart bought from a authorized dealer is entitled correction & service with warranty related issues whether cart has been purchased from them or not. But, are you given the same service. I refer to scheduling, pickup if necessary, cost? Do they charge you for pickup & delivery? Any labor cost for warranty service? Anyone buy a Cart outside the Villages and have to deal with Villages Golf Cart for service to their cart?

I have looked at Carts & Clubs in Ocala, and the answer to my questions above is No Charge for Pickup, or Labor for warranty related problems. It sounds like quick servicing as well. I'm still looking at other Yamaha dealers, but looking for answer to servicing.:bowdown:

Thank You

I just spoke to a sales rep at Boylan Golf Carts, which was mentioned earlier. He said that his understanding was that The Villages Golf Cart would have to service someone else's golf cart under warranty, but that they charge $150 for a service call.

[GMONEY]

I just spoke to a sales rep at Boylan Golf Carts, which was mentioned earlier. He said that his understanding was that The Villages Golf Cart would have to service someone else's golf cart under warranty, but that they charge $150 for a service call.

Yes that is what i was told. been awhile since I talked to them. But I knew something was different. I talked to The Villages Shop and they were out of their minds with the prices I was told.
But I have also been checking out the new Tomberlin store on 301 south of 466. They are in the Plaza with Lucky-U Cycles. Nice carts and price looks real good.
Also that Custom Carts in Odessa is a real good deal. I have been to that one. Great pricing also.

[ilvgolf]

They also go by the name Golf Carts Plus and the owner's name is Ken.

[REH7380]

We bought an EZGO Freedom Golf Cart from Town and Country a few months ago and we based our selection on some advise from coments made in TOTV.
It was good sound advise. We are happy with the cart and the service is terrific. We drive it in once a month and they check the water in the batteries, the tires and do little things at no charge, (e.g. installed license plate, etc.)
A couple of months ago we had a problem with a little damage that required the back panel to be fixed and the back canvas cover to be replaced. All was done quickly, (sent parts back to the factory for repair, fixed it when they were returned and "no charge".) Just a thanks for coming in. It would be great if all business's treated their customers as well as we have been treated by Town and Country.

[Sweetgirl]

After shopping around and feedback from TOTV, we decided to purchase from Carts & Clubs in Ocala. The price by comparison to The Villages Golf Cart was a savings of approximately $1000, that's comparing apples to apples. You are dealing directly with the owners Ted & Connie Dunlap customer service oriented and personable. Their is no loss of convenience of service after your purchase. They make scheduled stops in The Villages Tues & Thurs and as demand requires. We purchased the 2009 Gas Yamaha, Beautiful cart. Very very happy with cart and dealer:clap2:
Also as mentioned in a few postings, we would advise you to stay away from Freedom Carts, formally know as K & H Cart before moving farther North on 441.

[Bryan]

No special recommendations on where to buy but one on where NOT to buy. There are a coupla "shade tree mechanics" at Market of Marion offering golf carts and I would avoid those places like the plague. If all they can afford for their business is a rented stall at M of M, what kind of service can you expect?

[Canwego2]

Hello Everyone,
We just closed on a house in Duval. I am planning to come down at the end of May. How do I start looking for a good dependable Golf Cart? What are the pros and cons of buying new or used?
aln ...what is a EZGO RSV's
Thanks...

[rshoffer]

IMHO pay for the service and peace of mind---> The Villages Golfcart dealership.

This board is filled with one horror story after another with many flim-flam dealers around here.

[herk27]

Stay away from them the service is awful!!!!!!!!!!!
they over charge and do not keep their word!!!!!!
I'm selloing mine!!!!!!!

[Canabarrybarb]

I installed a bicycle odometer on my electric, 6 month old, cart so I know it will do 42 miles of high speed, long distance driving before coming to a halt. I expect it might go further if it was a number of shorter trips. While 42 miles is quite respectable, I would caution that all these vendor claims of 50 and 60 miles are just marketing hype and should not be believed until they are proven.

[JohnN]

is it easy to put a bike speedometer on a golf cart?

I think they're pretty costly, dealer installed

[Canabarrybarb]

The only real trick to installing a bicycle speedometer on the cart is attaching the pickup and magnet. I bent a heavy duty paper clip and attached it to the inside of a lug nut in order to form the "spoke" to which the magnet clamps. Then I used nylon cinch ties to hold the pickup unit in the right position and ran the wires up to the dash.

You can measure the circumference of your golf cart tire with a tape measure in order to program the speedometer for your specific cart. Most instruction kits don't expect such a small wheel but mine seemed to program OK.

[JohnN]

Canabarrybob, very interesting, thanx!

[JohnN]

Canwego2 - the EZGO RXV is run via an AC motor which gives better drive torque on hills and such, also is supposed to go 60 miles on a charge.
Cavaman here bought one and there's an old thread on it, he seems happy.
You may want to test drive and consider one.

All sorts of talk on carts here, Golf Cart Connections gets a lot of press on their remanufactured Club Cars, they've got an interesting website.

Good luck.

[spk7951]

Bought a new Yamaha electric when we first moved in last July and then shopped around three months later for a 2nd cart. Ended up with the E-Z-GO electric and wished I had shopped for the first one. E-Z-GO has it all over the Yamaha. On inclines the Yamaha slows down some and is even worse with two people and two sets of golf clubs. The E-Z-GO keeps a steady pace up or down. The E-Z-GO has become on main source of transportation.

[Canabarrybarb]

Thanks spk7951 for your direct experience in comparing the Yamaha and Ezgo. I tested the Ezgo, Yamaha, and ParCar electrics on the steep bridge over 441 before buying the Ezgo. Like you I found that the Ezgo did the best on hills. But it really helps to have feedback from someone who owns both.

[Sonny Craven]

Is Town and Country Carts best in area for prices? Are there others in the area (or out of state, with cheap of free shipping) with good prices that are also recommended? I'm sure if there are answers on the 2009 EZ Go models, TOTV members have them.

Like a few of you posting here, I'm a first-time cart buyer, and after recently driving/comparing others, I'm down to EZ Go for fit, finish, array of accessories, and especially the power and zippiness of the new 48 volt AC motor model, the RXV. And, like others, I'm impressed with the TOTV discussion of Town and Country sales and service experiences, confirmed by my own visit to the store (twice).

My dilemma? Gas or electric? I was very pleased with the quietness and fast pickup of the electric model, which contrasted with the vibration, smell and dullness of the gas model. But, with claims that electric model batteries lose about 10% capacity each year, can't run sustained high speeds for long periods without major battery drain, and even more battery attenuation with extra passengers in the 4 seat model (back seat addition), I'm not sure electric is best for me. I'm interested in hearing from anyone with EZ Go 2009 RXV experience.

[Cameron]

I would be careful purchasing anything from Discount Golf Cart World, especially the "new" yamaha gas carts they've been advertising. We looked into buying one of them but found out the serial numbers were already registered through yamaha with a previous owner. SHADY
Also, when yamaha eventually forces them to stop selling them, you won't be able to have them serviced by the villages golf cars. They are a dealer but DO NOT have to service them once high speed gears are installed.

If you are looking at reconditioned club cars, check out grandma and cramped on 441. If you are looking at yamaha, buy from the villages.

Has anyone had any experience with Discount Golf Cart World - on 441 south of Lady Lake. They will build to specs. Says he's been in business 15 years.

[otherbruddaDarrell]

Read my thread...golf cart in for repairs again.
Discount Golf Cart World is at the bottom of the heap IMHO.

[mgman]

In doing my research I'm comparing apples to apples for 2011 Yamaha Gas including tax. TV Golf cars loaded $9032(in house 5 yr warranty plus $75 per year maintenance). At Carts and Clubs in Ocala $9719(in house 5 yr warranty). TNT (mail order) delivered is $7432 (no tax or warranty). Discount Golf Cart World $7671(in house 5 yr warranty). All warranties, I am told, are in house since the high speed gears voids the manufacturer's warranty. I know that DGCW are not listed as new because the dealer cannot get new carts from Yamaha because TV Carts has the franchise. But they are new. How old can they be? They are 2011. Now apples to apples (or as close as I could get) of local dealers DGCW is lowest over TV Carts by $1361. That's a lot of service! Cheaper that Carts and Clubs by $2048. Only the mail order can beat DGCW. Is it really worth it to go to TV Carts? I read on posts that Carts and Clubs was cheaper than TV but... that's not what their price sheet says that I got yesterday. What am I missing?????:shocked:

[Bill-n-Brillo]

mgman - I think The Villages Golf Car Store prices have come down from what they were a year or two ago. Last time we were in there nosing around, their typical new 'loaded' carts were priced a whole lot lower than they used to be. That makes them a whole lot more price competetive with C&C in Ocala.

Bill

[mgman]

My whole research is based on the Deluxe package at TV Carts. Got them 2 days ago. Can't believe they are cheaper now. Must have been really high.

[PennBF]

We purchased a 2008 EZGO from Town and Country and can't say enough
good things about them. We had some problems in the beginning and they
were very responsive and were reliable. In fact if you buy from them you can
stop by anytime and they will check the batteries, tires, etc. The guys
that work there can't be more responsive to your needs. We even had a
problem unrelated to the warranty, showed it to them and they fixed it
with some help from the manuf. and no charge.
Because of their great service I think I would always buy from them as they
truly stand by their product and make sure the customer is happy. It is
refreshing to see this in todays business. :angel:

[iandwk]

If you are interested in a good used cart call Jim Followell at cell # 317-258-1241 or home 352-259-7525. Jim buys the carts that are traded in at The Villages Golf Cart store as well as many of the other cart stores in the area. To learn more about Jim just do a TOTV search using his last name to see what the people here think of him.

Many people from TOTV use him to rent a cart from but he also sells used ones.

Big thumbs up on Jim Followell. We bought a cart from him and it has been great.

[sulley007]

We purchased from StaRite Golf Carts in Fruitland Park and can't say enough good things.

There is also a website where you can list your cart for free if you're trying to sell:

http://TheGolfCartGuide.com

We sold ours on there and then bought from StaRite.

[fishgolf]

What does he charge per day / per week for a rental.

[Mudder]

In season he charges a little more, but $25/per day for 4 seater with 3 day minimum, all his carts have full curtains, etc....I think it was $15 /day for 2 seater. Know he has 1 month min. in season.

[JenAjd]

Wondering.....is "Discount Golf Cart World" and "Cart World" the same business people are talking about on this thread or are they 2 different business's? If the latter---anyone have any experiences they'd care to share about this one??

[784caroline]

AS you proceed East on 466..if you take a left on 441/27 Cart World will be on your right hand side ( less than 1/2 mile). Cart World is an Authorized Club Car Dealer in the Area.

If you proced east on 466 and take a right on 441/27 Discount Golf Cart World will be on your left a couple of miles down the road BEFORE you reach OAKWOOD. If you miss them...just keep driving....you saved money, time and agrevation!

[Biker Dog]

Do yourself a favor - go to Golf Cart Connection. Across from the old WalMart on 27/441 but moving south soon down by Best Buy & Kohl's.
We bought a custom cart May 2010 from Golf Cart Connections. Monday of this week it died. We called them for service because it was still unnder waranty and the phone message said due to the bad economy they had to go out of business after 11 years. The message refered me to Extreme Golf carts for service. Called them and they told me they are only doing waranty repairs the New Freedom carts. I called Ken Spano and when they checked out the cart and found a major manufactoring mistake that caused the controller and motor to burn up. This repair is going to cost us over $1,000 to repair.:mad:
After checking out Extreme's phone number, it turns out it is a cell phone number. I would like to know if Connection just changed their name to avoid honoring waranties on their custom carts.

[mfp509]

Biker -

I called them for general service on my golf cart and got the same message. They closed their Lady Lake store but their Mt Dora store is still in operation. Extreme is taking over servicing carts in our area for them. I see your dilemma and I would call their Mt Dora location and see what's up with their carts still under warranty.

[Biker Dog]

I did call there and got the same message.

[Philip Winkler]

Help, I'm new to The Villages--what is a TOTV search? Does anyone know Jim Followell's address--I don't see it posted here.
Thanks!

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Help, I'm new to The Villages--what is a TOTV search? Does anyone know Jim Followell's address--I don't see it posted here.
Thanks!

Phil - Welcome to TOTV!!

To do a search, go towards the top of your screen and click on "Search".

Jim Followell's phone numbers are noted in post #10 of this thread. Call him and he can let you know where to find him.

Again, welcome!

Bill :)

[nanabel]

Has anyone had any experience with Discount Golf Cart World - on 441 south of Lady Lake. They will build to specs. Says he's been in business 15 years.

I have the same question. Other golf cart businesses have been very negative
about this particular vendor. HOPE someone responds