Is the price on the cart firm?

[Bilyclub]

When going to buy a new cart is the price they are showing firm or negotiable ?

[retiredguy123]

You can always try, but I don't think you will get much of a discount if you are shopping in The Villages. If you want a lower price, I think you can save about $2,000 to $2,500 if you shop around outside of The Villages. I would try the dealers in Ocala and Webster.

[John_W]

It was in the Sun newspaper last week, The Villages Golf Cars stores would let you take $1,000 off any cart on the floor in any of their showrooms. My neighbor went down to LSL and bought a new one because of that. They probably still have that going on. However, for his 2011 trade-in they only would give him a $1,000. I told him to sell it on TOTV and probably get $3,000 for it.

However, I believe they are so over-priced. The gas Yamaha that I bought new in 2011 for $10,300 with black roof, floor mat, big side mirrors, SS wheels, shopping net, Ultimate Seats, 2 sand bottles, ball & club washer and cooler, would probably cost about $15,000 now from TV. I would look elsewhere. I bought from TV because I thought it was best to buy here, but I've never taken my cart to TV for service or repair. I've had Willie do all my maintenance at my home, and like they say, a Yamaha gas cart will last forever, I've never needed any repairs from the dealer in 9 years.

Check out Carts & Clubs in Ocala for new carts and for refurbished one year old carts from Villages Discount Golf Cars on 466 and Grandma & Grandpa Village Buggies on 441 north of 42 on the right.

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[dewilson58]

You can always try, but I don't think you will get much of a discount if you are shopping in The Villages. If you want a lower price, I think you can save about $2,000 to $2,500 if you shop around outside of The Villages. I would try the dealers in Ocala and Webster.


Not sure about Webster...............but I did NOT find that type of savings in Ocala.

[John_W]

Not sure about Webster...............but I did NOT find that type of savings in Ocala.

Webster is probably I-4 Power, and I use to recommend them, but lately I've read some negative comments about them, so I no longer include them.

New Golf Carts - I4 POWER EQUIPMENT (http://www.i-4power.com/new-golf-carts.html)

[Jayhawk]

It was in the Sun newspaper last week, The Villages Golf Cars stores would let you take $1,000 off any cart on the floor in any of their showrooms. My neighbor went down to LSL and bought a new one because of that. They probably still have that going on. However, for his 2011 trade-in they only would give him a $1,000. I told him to sell it on TOTV and probably get $3,000 for it.

However, I believe they are so over-priced. The gas Yamaha that I bought new in 2011 for $10,300 with black roof, floor mat, big side mirrors, SS wheels, shopping net, Ultimate Seats, 2 sand bottles, ball & club washer and cooler, would probably cost about $15,000 now from TV. I would look elsewhere. I bought from TV because I thought it was best to buy here, but I've never taken my cart to TV for service or repair. I've had Willie do all my maintenance at my home, and like they say, a Yamaha gas cart will last forever, I've never needed any repairs from the dealer in 9 years.

Check out Carts & Clubs in Ocala for new carts and for refurbished one year old carts from Villages Discount Golf Cars on 466 and Grandma & Grandpa Village Buggies on 441 north of 42 on the right.

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Grandpa quit selling carts a couple of years ago.

[John_W]

Grandpa quit selling carts a couple of years ago.

I was wondering about that because his website is no longer. I guess he's only in the rental business.

[Bilyclub]

Went looking around today. The Villages Golf Cars has the $1000 off, but the salesman said that in stock 2020 cars are low due to May being a good sales month. He added that he has never seen them discount that much. Village Discount also didn't have that many 2020's in stock and for the amount off, new seems a better option. Like what I saw at Carts and Clubs and they will deal a little. They also have the nice electrical setup under the seat. I'm going to sleep on it and pick a winner tomorrow.

[CWSBLUE]

I woud think that inventory is low everywhere because of the shut downs during the pandemic. Make sense?

[tophcfa]

I can't speak from personal experience, but I have golfed with several people who swear by Carts and Clubs. And they're carts come equipped with some features you won't find from other dealers. If I was currently in the market for a new cart, that would be my first stop when checking out options. As far as negotiating a deal, my experience has been that the real negotiations begin when they are talking to your back as you are walking out of the door.

[bowlingal]

model year changeover for Yamaha is in July....like cars, getting rid of previous year stock will be discounted.

[stadry]

why are golf carts different than houses, cars, planes, trucks, & boats ? extremely rare for anyone to pay full asking price for anything,,, understand bidding wars are different - eg, you want arnold palmer's personal golf cart or his jet.....................

[jimbo2012]

Shop online, you'll see about $7500, that should give U an idea what the stealers markup is and how much to negotiate.

[Malsua]

I was wondering about that because his website is no longer. I guess he's only in the rental business.

I bought a cart from his inventory last July. He was closing his business and retiring and had a bunch of carts he was unloading. I suspect they are all gone now but he had probably 50 carts left, from 2016 up through 2019s. All with speedos, belts, etc. Got a great deal.

[17362]

We bought from The Villages discount golf car in May. I had been looking for 4 months. They had the best deals around I had seen in months. We paid under 12k, 2019. After looking in all towns/dealers it really was a good deal.

[17362]

In May of 2020 it was firm. They claimed it was the lowest price posted in years.
I believe the owner did that BC of CVD 19, if I remember right.

When going to buy a new cart is the price they are showing firm or negotiable ?

[Bikeracer2009]

I went to buy a new golf cart and from what I remember the cart was going to cost me around $14,000. I found the same cart at Budget Carts in Haines city for $7,600 with free delivery. I bought a brand new 2020 Yamaha and I picked the color I wanted. The dealership added a few options at a fair price. I had to add the side mirrors with built-in turn signals, floor mat and a few other things. Some I bought from the villages and some off Amazon. I'm guessing I ended up saving about $4,000. My Sunbrella isn't the same quality as the Villages and I don't get the free maintenance or any other perks. The only thing I have done is changed the oil since there's no filter. I'm happy with my purchase.

I would think some haggling is appropriate? The Villages do enjoy a 40 mile territory around each store so they can sell carts for whatever they want and you have to go out if your way for savings.

I'm not trying to steer people away from the villages golf cart store. This is just my experience.

[JerryP]

One item to consider when purchasing is service. We purchased at The Villages Golf Cars and have had excellent warranty and repair service in addition to a loaner.

[greenflash245]

negotiate. as if you were buying a car.

[retiredguy123]

One item to consider when purchasing is service. We purchased at The Villages Golf Cars and have had excellent warranty and repair service in addition to a loaner.
When it comes to warranty repairs, isn't an authorized dealer required to do warranty work on any vehicle under warranty, regardless of where the vehicle was purchased?

[Bay Kid]

Find the cart you want, then negotiate additional extras.

[banjobob]

Carts are almost a must have in The Villages, but those to me goofy looking little cars are a joke.

[leftyf]

I don't understand why the dealers don't have "Build Your Own Cart" site showing the prices for the cart and all options. Cars do it.

[NavyVet]

We bought our Yamaha gas cart from Cart and Clubs in Ocala and were very happy. Good choices, options, extra features included, nice people to work with, etc. Service is wonderful. They come right to your driveway. We have had the cart for several years and it still looks/runs like new.

[John_W]

As mentioned earlier, Budget Carts in Haines City down by Lakeland has good prices, so looking at areas away from TV is a great idea.

I remembered there was dealer on CR101 in the shopping center next to Streetrods, and I think they were even on Signature Dr by Sparr. They closed a couple of years ago, but had good prices, I guess they couldn't compete in this area.

I looked up AGC Advantage Golf Carts and they are very much in business in about six cities in Florida and have excellent prices. I never dealt AGC when they were open here because I remember they basically only sold EZ GO at the time, maybe someone who has dealt with them can add some info.

#1 Golf Cart Dealer in Florida | Advantage Golf Cars (https://www.advantagegolfcars.com/)

This is from their website right now.

2020 Yamaha Golf-Car The Drive² - PTV GAS EFI Golf Car
Price Includes: Canopy Top, Upgraded Black Seats, Backlit Tuning Fork, Dual USB Port, 14x7 Bravo Tires Upgrade, Premium Light Package, Smoke Hinged Windshield, State of Charge Meter, 4 Year Limited Warranty $7950 or $153 a month for 60 months.


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[kathyspear]

Carts are almost a must have in The Villages, but those to me goofy looking little cars are a joke.

What "goofy looking little cars" are you talking about?

kathy

[RockytopronTN]

You can always try, but I don't think you will get much of a discount if you are shopping in The Villages. If you want a lower price, I think you can save about $2,000 to $2,500 if you shop around outside of The Villages. I would try the dealers in Ocala and Webster.
That's not true. You may save about 500, but service and convenience is more than worth the difference.

[thomp679]

Just shopped last week. Country Power in Webster starts at $2000 off at $7995. They are only 15 mins from the Fenney area. I didn't end up negotiating as we ended up buying from Village Discount Golf Cart at the 441 location. Looks from a previous poster, there was at least another $1000 on the table.

VDGC prices start lower since they are reconditioned. They had 2019 and 2020 available. I was able to negiotiate an additional $2100+ off of the packaged price and that was for a cart that they are building for us (not from their current built stock).

All main dealers (VDGC, Webster, Ocala) provide service at your home at a scheduled time. They all provide loaners. I mention this because those that buy directly from the Villages not only pay non-negotiatble prices, but the have to take their carts to the dealer location for service. Ironically, its like you have to pay them for the pleasure of shopping their dealerships. You will save by getting into your car and drive 15-45 mins away.

[photo1902]

We bought from The Villages discount golf car in May. I had been looking for 4 months. They had the best deals around I had seen in months. We paid under 12k, 2019. After looking in all towns/dealers it really was a good deal.

Not to nitpick, but just to clarify for newbies, as the names are very similar. There is The Villages Golf Cars (the dealer located in The Villages).

Then there is Village Discount Cars, which has no affiliation with The Villages.

[photo1902]

As mentioned earlier, Budget Carts in Haines City down by Lakeland has good prices, so looking at areas away from TV is a great idea.

I remembered there was dealer on CR101 in the shopping center next to Streetrods, and I think they were even on Signature Dr by Sparr. They closed a couple of years ago, but had good prices, I guess they couldn't compete in this area.

I looked up AGC Advantage Golf Carts and they are very much in business in about six cities in Florida and have excellent prices. I never dealt AGC when they were open here because I remember they basically only sold EZ GO at the time, maybe someone who has dealt with them can add some info.

#1 Golf Cart Dealer in Florida | Advantage Golf Cars (https://www.advantagegolfcars.com/)

This is from their website right now.

2020 Yamaha Golf-Car The Drive² - PTV GAS EFI Golf Car
Price Includes: Canopy Top, Upgraded Black Seats, Backlit Tuning Fork, Dual USB Port, 14x7 Bravo Tires Upgrade, Premium Light Package, Smoke Hinged Windshield, State of Charge Meter, 4 Year Limited Warranty $7950 or $153 a month for 60 months.


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That's a good looking cart.

[jenistaf]

I don't see Carts For Less mentioned. It's on 441 just down in Fruitland. Completely reconditioned carts, stripped to the chassis and rebuilt according to your specs, with 1 year warranty. I saved big bucks compared to the other shops mentioned here. Very please with my experience. Well worth a visit before you buy.

[Barborv]

who is Willie and can I get a number in case I ever have a problem.
Thanks

[John_W]

who is Willie and can I get a number in case I ever have a problem.
Thanks

Willie Wilcoxin 352-255-1369

Todd Casey Golf Cart Repairs (http://www.toddcaseygolfcartrepairs.com/)

Either one will come to home and perform annual maintenance for about $70 on your gas cart or any repairs. You can search their names on TOTV and find they both have excellent references.

[John_W]

That's a good looking cart.

2020 Yamaha Golf-Car The Drive² - PTV GAS EFI Golf Car $7950

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I like that new matte finish, I was in LSL buying a larger cooler last year and saw the matte finish and I looked a the cart and it was $15,000.

[photo1902]

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I like that new matte finish, I was in LSL buying a larger cooler last year and saw the matte finish and I looked a the cart and it was $15,000.

Absolutely! Imagine going in to buy a cooler, and walking out with a new cart :)

[GoodLife]

84553

I bought this 2017 Yamaha Drive 2 gas cart new from a dealer in southern Georgia, had him add a few options like turning signal mirrors, folding windshield, rain cover for golf bags, he shipped it to me for $200. Then added customs seats, 10 inch wheels and tires myself.

Total cost was $8750

[thomp679]

Absolutely! Imagine going in to buy a cooler, and walking out with a new cart :)

Yes...but the cooler is now free. :MOJE_whot:

[CynDLou]

Looks great. What was the mane of that dealer?

[John_W]

Absolutely! Imagine going in to buy a cooler, and walking out with a new cart :)

No, didn't walk out with a new cart. However, those old 6-pack coolers that use come on the carts, like my 2011 cart, were just too small. I've seen the normal 12-pack, has a wire frame rack and there $80. They have newer one I picked up for $20 more, it was $100. I figured how often am I going to buy a cooler. It's even bigger and more insulated than the $80.

My cart will be 9 years old in July, and I just got into a kick to do some more work. I've got Liquid Lights coming next week, nobody had those LED lights back then. I just ordered an overhead AM/FM radio console with speakers that will go in the ceiling, that will be here tomorrow. I got rid of the old floor matt, the ones that stuff fell right through and got the solid rubber from LSL, and I just waxed the cart. I'm considering seat belts next.

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[Tom M]

84553

I bought this 2017 Yamaha Drive 2 gas cart new from a dealer in southern Georgia, had him add a few options like turning signal mirrors, folding windshield, rain cover for golf bags, he shipped it to me for $200. Then added customs seats, 10 inch wheels and tires myself.

Total cost was $8750


How much for the seats, and where did you find them?

[John_W]

How much for the seats, and where did you find them?

Ultimate Seats like in my cart above were $1500 from TV, however they have gone out of business. The Villages Golf Cars and Carts & Clubs in Ocala now offer El Tigree Seats, they are about $1400 to $1800 depending on the style. I've heard Carts & Clubs in Ocala will sell the seats for the factory direct price, which is about $200 cheaper than the amounts I stated.

El Tigre Golf Cart Seats (https://golfseats.com/shop/)

Carts & Clubs Golf Carts Ocala (https://ocalayamaha.com/)

Looking at a thread from January, a poster said these seats are being sold by a Villager for $900 installed.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/attachments/all-about-golf-carts-things-156/82689d1579896138-new-seats-92bdfd11-35e5-4c8c-ac44-fc5605038edc-jpg

You'll need to send him a private message for the details, here's the thread.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/all-about-golf-carts-things-156/new-seats-302105/

[Lottoguy]

Check out what you want at their store. Write everything down then order what you want on the internet. Buying straight from the manufacturer cuts out the middle man and they will deliver too.

[npwalters]

84553

I bought this 2017 Yamaha Drive 2 gas cart new from a dealer in southern Georgia, had him add a few options like turning signal mirrors, folding windshield, rain cover for golf bags, he shipped it to me for $200. Then added customs seats, 10 inch wheels and tires myself.

Total cost was $8750

I bought a new 2019 Drive2 PTV from a dealer in Gadsden, AL (near me at the time) and did the same thing. Saved about $2,500 compared to TV area dealers. The base cart there was only $6,600.

[npwalters]

You absolutely can save at least $2K by going away from TV. I know because I did.

[GoodLife]

How much for the seats, and where did you find them?

Touring Edition Suite Seats - United Commercial Upholstery, Inc. (https://ucuinc.com/touring-edition-suite-seats/) manufacturer

TOURING EDITION SEATS - Custom Golf Cart Seats (http://www.thecartdepot.com/cugocasenewt.html) Dealer

I got the touring edition seats with armrests and upgraded snakeskin and ostrich vinyl for $680. Easy self install using bolts from standard Yamaha seats. They are every bit as good as ultimate seats at less than half the price.

[RARO1]

Build your cart on Yamahas website to get an idea of what MSRP is on the cart you want. Once armed with that go to a dealer and work on any extra aftermarket options and price you want.

Build Your Own - Yamaha Golf Car (https://www.yamahagolfcar.com/buildptv/)

[John_W]

Touring Edition Suite Seats - United Commercial Upholstery, Inc. (https://ucuinc.com/touring-edition-suite-seats/) manufacturer

TOURING EDITION SEATS - Custom Golf Cart Seats (http://www.thecartdepot.com/cugocasenewt.html) Dealer

I got the touring edition seats with armrests and upgraded snakeskin and ostrich vinyl for $680. Easy self install using bolts from standard Yamaha seats. They are every bit as good as ultimate seats at less than half the price.

That's a great deal on those seats. I see one drawback, none of those had a center armrest and that is something I really appreciate. I wonder why they don't offer that option, El Tigre does.

For $600 it's certainly bargain, did you have to pay shipping from Texas?

https://sep.yimg.com/ty/cdn/yhst-63383727532751/ucu2arm2down.jpg

These are my 9 year old Ultimate Seats

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On some of the items that I have on my cart they seemed a bit high, but it gives us one more option for accessories. I have the ball and club washer from TV, installed by TV for $49.99 which included the bracket. Their's runs between $62 to $76 plus another $36 for the bracket.

https://www.nivelparts.com/CatalogImages/18-4310-Product_Primary_Image-400X400.jpg

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This cooler is a better price, it's $66 with that bracket and TV is asking $80. The one I bought for $100 that's even bigger and more insulated they didn't offer.

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I also looked up a fan for 12v golf cart, and they were asking $117. Buggies Unlimited has it for $100.

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Buggies Unlimited 12v Fan (https://www.buggiesunlimited.com/product.asp?sku=13812)

[trekker954]

I bought one Saturday, supposedly the last day of the $1000 discount on upgrades/accessories PLUS 3 years free financing. A Yamaha Quiet Tek gas, salmon color, so "pretty." They are pricey. Trying to decide on insurance now. I have USAA for my auto and home. I've read suggestions to chose a completely seperate company. I had spoken to USAA about NOT being able to use it under my homeowners which only covers you on the golf course. I may just go with the villages.