The prices of Golf Carts are C R A Z Y !

[Penglobal]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

[raynan]

Pick out what you want on a Yamaha and have then give you a price at Villages Golf Carts and then go down to Webster FL near Bushnell to Country Village Power Equipment and you get a much better price and nice people to deal with. There will probably be a wait because everyplace is having trouble getting supplies. If you want used, keep checking this site and the NextDoor site for used.

[Laker14]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

why would they give incentives if they have no availability?

[Fredman]

Snow birds are not going to increase prices. Supply and demand will

[JoMar]

Between your post on Houses and now golf carts.....are you sure you want to move here?

[Fast Freddy]

Second for Country Village Power Equipment.

[Down Sized]

Who’s going to work on these golf carts? Not local.

[sdeikenberry]

Welcome to The Villages. You'll most likely find everything from food to services to goods are more expensive in Florida than they are where you're coming from. There's some balance/trade-off since we pay no state taxes. As for golf carts, there's some service advantage to buying from The Villages cart stores, but a lot of people buy elsewhere...it's about what perks and convenience you want in your retirement life.

[noslices1]

Villages Discount Golf Carts on 466, East of Morse Blvd.

[Robnlaura]

Not sure what prices are but locally plenty of stock of those carts in Melbourne 2021 Advanced EV 2+2 Non Lifted
$8,995.00 not sure if that’s a good price but seek and ye shall find

[jedalton]

Willie the golf cart guy

[bowlingal]

I second the Villages Discount Golf Carts on 466....right next to Birdies golf. Got my cart there ( 2020) . It is actually a golf cart used in tournaments ( like a demo). Much cheaper than The Villages Golf carts, will service at your house too!

[ureout]

Pick out what you want on a Yamaha and have then give you a price at Villages Golf Carts and then go down to Webster FL near Bushnell to Country Village Power Equipment and you get a much better price and nice people to deal with. There will probably be a wait because everyplace is having trouble getting supplies. If you want used, keep checking this site and the NextDoor site for used.

I made the mistake of buying a new cart in Webster a couple years ago much better price but they have NO SERVICE unless you bring the cart to them...

Carts and Clubs a few miles N of the villages is better pricing and they have service trucks that come to your home

[Northerner52]

And they even removed the grass cutting blade so you cant use it to cut your grass!
LOL

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

[TCRSO]

The wait for a new cart is now 5 months. Yes, the Villages Golf Carts are more expensive. But you get a loaner cart while you wait for the new cart. We chose to buy from the Villages Golf Carts-we got great service and had a loaner cart for 3 months until our new cart arrived.

[steve3860]

Did you check out the Atomic Golf Cart? I heard they have AC and heat

[jbrown132]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks
When you look at what you get for the money, to me it is one of the biggest rip offs in the history of mankind. Essentially nothing more than a fiberglass body on a big lawnmower engine.

[Jawskid6044]

Check out Carts & Clubs in Ocala. I had great luck with them.

[Travelhunter123]

Consider an Atomic
They are air conditioned
Working windshield wipers
SiriusXM radio and much more
They are the same price or less than a Yamaha

[Ptmckiou]

We ordered a new Yamaha cart from The Villages Golf Cars in June and it’s due to arrive in October. However for those 5 months we have a free loaner cart. The price is what it is. It’s how bad do you want a great cart with convenience?

[Gunny2403]

The Villages Golf Store told me they only service carts brought from them.

[Dantes]

Buy one out of state and have it shipped thousands cheaper

[Sjbpens@verizon.net]

When we asked about availability they told us it would be December or January until we could get a new cart. We decided to buy a used cart. Check the paper, next-door or on here. We paid $5600.

[NoMo50]

We just priced out a 2nd golf car from the Villages Golf Cars. No...prices have not gone up 15%, more like 4% from last year. As for pre-owned carts? It's simple supply and demand. Kinda like houses nowadays, a good used cart will be snatched up in a matter of days, if not hours. We will continue to buy from Villages Golf Cars because they provide great service.

[DAVES]

Between your post on Houses and now golf carts.....are you sure you want to move here?

We, everywhere, on everything are suffering from price shock. The consumer price index,
measure of rising cost, INFLATION, is now 5.5%.

[BBBnWitty]

Carts 4 Less on 27/441 Fruitland Park. Got two carts for the price of one Village cart. They'll pick your carts up if repair is needed. No waiting for delivery. Good luck!

[polirudb]

I made the mistake of buying a new cart in Webster a couple years ago much better price but they have NO SERVICE unless you bring the cart to them...

Carts and Clubs a few miles N of the villages is better pricing and they have service trucks that come to your home

I purchased a new 2020 Yamaha golf cart from Country Village Power Equipment in May of 2020. Saved over $3000.00. Absolutely great service. Delivered to my house when we bought it, picked up and delivered for free when our custom-ordered seats came in, and did the first oil change and service in our driveway for much less than the others quoted me. I recently spoke with Steve there to schedule my next service at home. Love that place!

[DAVES]

The Villages Golf Store told me they only service carts brought from them.

Maybe out of context. If, they are trying to sell you a golf cart a SALESMAN might tell you that. We've had no trouble getting our cart serviced. They are good. They are not perfect.
Perfect is not possible. They are expensive and there is no shortage of other places to use.

[Bilyclub]

Did you check out the Atomic Golf Cart? I heard they have AC and heat


They don't hold their value like a Yamaha so the used ones are cheap.

[Tim C.]

yes, they are high. and its supply and demand, so they are not discounting or making deals.

yes there is a queue to get them built. I waited 2 months. it was worth it. and we made the choice to use the folks in the Villages due to service needs. I didn't want to buy from someone 20 miles away. that made us nervous.

anyway, we had a nice custom one we are happy with . $16K

[TNLAKEPANDA]

Buy used from a private party. Most are in good condition and will give you years of use. For example we were snowbirds and don’t golf so usage is very low. When our E-bikes arrive in September we will likely sell our cart.

[DAVES]

When you look at what you get for the money, to me it is one of the biggest rip offs in the history of mankind. Essentially nothing more than a fiberglass body on a big lawnmower engine.

I too wonder. The fancy big toy ones, people are spending over 15,000 for them. While we are not allowed to run them on our multi purpose lanes an ATV (all terrain vehicle) is far less expensive and better made.

[merrymini]

Welcome to The Villages. You'll most likely find everything from food to services to goods are more expensive in Florida than they are where you're coming from. There's some balance/trade-off since we pay no state taxes. As for golf carts, there's some service advantage to buying from The Villages cart stores, but a lot of people buy elsewhere...it's about what perks and convenience you want in your retirement life.

I also live in NJ. Florida, in general is less expensive in almost every way. The situation now is tough wherever you are with various shortages of items.

[dewilson58]

The Supply Chain is still choking.
Christmas toys will be expensive.

[DAVES]

Did you check out the Atomic Golf Cart? I heard they have AC and heat

No experience with them. They are battery powered. Air conditioning and heat use a lot of power and so will dramatically cut down whatever range they claim.

[Bugface]

My husband and I purchased 2 preowned golf carts last year from private owners. The 2016 2-seater was $6,000 and the 2016 4-seater was just a bit more. They are both in excellent condition with nice upgrades. If you keep scanning the classifieds you can eventually find deals.

[Guitarman1951]

Check out Carts and Clubs right on 301 just before you get into Ocala proper. I saved about $600 on a new Yamaha with basically the dame features on the price the Villages gave me. Their maintenance service has been great since too.

[Michael G.]

Can I ask a question about golf carts?

I don't own one but ride in many with my neighbors and on golf courses.

Is there any golf cart(s) that ride better the a lumber wagon?

To me, my John Deere tractor I had up north rode better then any cart I been on.

You would think as simple and over priced they all are, they could find a better suspension system.

[jjdmetropa]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

We moved here recently also, went to Wholesale Golf Cart in Summerfield. Good warranty, nice refurbished Yamaha cart 4 years old and a good price, family owned. Any issues very responsive.

[Tim C.]

it's not a rip-off. To me they are integral to the TV lifestyle. Convenient. Get great mileage and a lot of fun to have!

We were able to sell a car (and therefore one less car to insure) as part of the plan for getting a golf cart. Seems to be little need for 2 cars and 1 cart for 2 drivers. So to us, we actually ended up AHEAD as the car sold for $28,000, and the cart was bought for $16K. Our insurance overall dropped by about half - cart insurance is very cheap.

so I don't see it as a rip-off at all

[billthecpa]

Snow birds are not going to increase prices. Supply and demand will
So...only supply and demand cause price increases....not snowbirds??

What do you think the influx of snowbirds does to DEMAND?!?

[MandoMan]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

Golf carts here are expensive partly because they are much fancier than the usual golf cart you rent at golf courses elsewhere. On most golf courses outside of The Villages, you don’t need turn signals or LED lights or a speedometer or a sound system or fancy seats or a custom paint job or side curtains. There are plenty of stores within an hour or so that can sell you a new or used golf cart of the usual golf course variety at a third or a fourth of the price we pay for the ones we prefer here. I’m happy to have all of those things, but you can certainly get by without them if you just use your cart for golf.

[flsteve]

Can I ask a question about golf carts?

I don't own one but ride in many with my neighbors and on golf courses.

Is there any golf cart(s) that ride better the a lumber wagon?

To me, my John Deere tractor I had up north rode better then any cart I been on.

You would think as simple and over priced they all are, they could find a better suspension system.

If you get a 2017 or newer Yamaha Drive2, they have 4-wheel independent suspension. That makes a great difference in ride! Couple that with an El Tigre seat (or other aftermarket seats) and the ride will be much different. Cadillac? No. Lumber wagon? No.

[justjim]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

OP, prices on just about everything have gone up. I bought my last cart 5 years ago from Discount Golf Carts on 466 Santa Fe Plaza. It is gas Yamaha re-manufactured. Never had any kind of a problem and their service is great. Highly recommend…

[KRMACK55]

Welcome to The Villages. You'll most likely find everything from food to services to goods are more expensive in Florida than they are where you're coming from. There's some balance/trade-off since we pay no state taxes. As for golf carts, there's some service advantage to buying from The Villages cart stores, but a lot of people buy elsewhere...it's about what perks and convenience you want in your retirement life.
When calculated it is actually higher than an income tax in Florida as they tax the living daylights out of everything. The local county and state taxes on services range from 17-20%. They charge fees when you purchase insurance and charge a fee to cancel. Utilities are very high also.

[kkingston57]

To answer your question, golf cart prices are going up. For what you get, car is a lot less expensive.

Bought our cart 1 year ago and there were 60-70 carts in the store. Last week went in Spanish Springs store and they had 20 carts and this included used carts. Do not know prices now but last year bought 2021 Quitetech with most of Villages equipment for $12,500 including taxes from dealer in Webster. Had minor warranty issue and work was performed promptly. If maintenance is an issue would not worry much. Carts are very simple and should entail very little maintenance.

Hopefully, prices on Lithium battery carts will come down and create some competition for the quiet but smelly Yamahas.

[sail33or]

The Villages is a unique place. It has zillions of RETIRED people ready to spend money. I live on a Cul-D-Sac street and there is a contractor on the street everyday (for the 5 years I have been here) installing something. (New floors, painting, pools, paved driveways, painted driveways, raised flower bed borders, spas, trim, cabinets, granite counters, every lanai improvement in the world, better appliances, garage floor coatings, garage screens, murphy beds, custom closets, custom ceiling fans, outdoor pits, paved areas, ..........well you get the idea. I bought a Honda Fit for $16,000. (Real car with real motor). A new Yamaha (VILLAGE STYLE) will cost $18,000. Because the retirees want custom seats, custom tires and wheels, custom lights, custom colors matching their Alma Mater, custom dashboard, custom windshield, ice chests, etc.

Nothing wrong with this but it means HIGH Prices due to DEMAND. In Texas I bought a new golf cart for 20 acres I owned. It cost $3000 NEW. On my street in Texas I only saw one contractor (an AC guy) in 4 years.

[Catalina36]

Buy a used 2014 or newer Yamaha gas golf cart, the pricing is more reasonable then buying new.

[Spalumbos62]

When we asked about availability they told us it would be December or January until we could get a new cart. We decided to buy a used cart. Check the paper, next-door or on here. We paid $5600.


In April we shopped all over TV and then head up toward Ocala, saw a few on our way, stopped at the dealer up there just bf Ocala and he steered us for a used cart to WHOLESALE GOLF CARTS, on 441s, just as you are getting back close to villages, small red and white place. They were wonderful!!!
Gave us 1500more in trade than village shop, got a great, nice looking cart, they delivered next am. Then short legs here had a seat/pedal issue...they changed out the seat style for us, they took the cart up to the store at 1pm, we followed up and picked a workable seat and left...they delivered it back to us at 4pm!

First place I would send anyone.

[Laker14]

I made the mistake of buying a new cart in Webster a couple years ago much better price but they have NO SERVICE unless you bring the cart to them...

Carts and Clubs a few miles N of the villages is better pricing and they have service trucks that come to your home

If you are referring to Country Village Power Equipment in Webster Florida, your statement is patently false. I purchased a new Yamaha gas cart from them in Feb. of 2019, and all of my service has been done, by them, in my driveway.
I had one non-essential problem (broken speedometer cable) that they could not fix right there on the spot, but could fix at the shop and had I decided to have them fix it, they would have loaded it right up on the trailer which he had with him, and taken it away.
I didn't want to be without the cart, and didn't really care about the speedometer anyway, since I know it won't go over 22mph, so I opted out.

I saved about $2500 on what a comparably equipped cart would have cost from The Villages and have never been inconvenienced at all by the service I get from Country Village. In fact, some of my friends who bought from The Villages have more issues with scheduling than I have had.
I am in no way associated with Country Villages Power. I'm just a satisfied customer.

[jgrason]

I bought a stock 2021 Yamaha Gas cart from Advantage Golf Cars in Orlando in October of last year for $8230.00 and they delivered it to my door for $100. Great company that did not raise prices when everyone else did. The only options on it were the Premium Light upgrade, Tuning Fork logo, upgraded seats and premium paint.

With all the increases and shortages in material that have manifested themselves in supply chains for all durable product manufacturers, you'll be lucky to find a deal in the current climate.

[Nucky]

We bought our cart new in August of 2016. Yamaha without Fuel Injection. It is a real eye-catcher. The only option I bought was the upgrade on the paint. The total out the door cost was $9300.

A similar replacement cart would be in the $15000 dollar range. Although I LOVE The Villages Golf Carts, that ain't gonna happen because of the price, I'm almost certain. It's a choice. The convenience of a loaner and great service or waiting around for a service truck to show up. I don't like waiting but the carts need such little service it is probably worth it.

I will give The Villages Golf Cart the last shot before I buy.

[Topspinmo]

IMO you can’t compare premium village ready golf cart with entry level golf course cart or basic village ready carts. Usually the basic add ons adds up to more that basic new cart. I see you seen price of new villages ready cart with premium seats and the works. You’re not going to find one of them cheap used. Why? They paid 13K plus for them and it you find on for half that it’s good deal providing the carts in good shape. But, you have be able to evaluate the condition of the cart for asking price. Most new village ready carts cost more than cheap bottom of line vehicles. Most use golf carts as much or more than their vehicles here. If person can’t determine the condition of used cart they probably need to buy new cause Rhe don’t know what there getting?

[Topspinmo]

We bought our cart new in August of 2016. Yamaha without Fuel Injection. It is a real eye-catcher. The only option I bought was the upgrade on the paint. The total out the door cost was $9300.

A similar replacement cart would be in the $15000 dollar range. Although I LOVE The Villages Golf Carts, that ain't gonna happen because of the price, I'm almost certain. It's a choice. The convenience of a loaner and great service or waiting around for a service truck to show up. I don't like waiting but the carts need such little service it is probably worth it.

I will give The Villages Golf Cart the last shot before I buy.

IMO you’re cart should last for ever, my 2012 1/2 FI cart still runs like new. I don’t plan on buying another one. I figure it will out last me. Course I was mechanic for 45 plus years and can detect the slightest defect or problem.

[pgettinger01]

I bough two used golf carts in The Villages (privately) this year a 2011, and a 2012 for about $5,000. I have no problems. There are independents who service them at your home.

[Goinghiway]

supply and demand, plus caveat emptor....but Waynes is by far the best deal in town...he comes to your door, same day service....

[JMintzer]

Why would snowbirds increase the demand for new carts? Don't most of them already own carts? Or just rent them while they're here?

That said, I just picked up a creampuff of a Yamaha Gas cart last week. The seller was a 92 yo lady who barely drove it...

Spotless!

[ThirdOfFive]

I second the Villages Discount Golf Carts on 466....right next to Birdies golf. Got my cart there ( 2020) . It is actually a golf cart used in tournaments ( like a demo). Much cheaper than The Villages Golf carts, will service at your house too!
Yep. Agree. We purchased a second-hand cart from them: they're opening to bargaining and also stand behind their products. They'll send out their "Cartiologist" to your home if you have a problem or just if your cart is due for service.

[regas56]

Welcome to The Villages. You'll most likely find everything from food to services to goods are more expensive in Florida than they are where you're coming from. There's some balance/trade-off since we pay no state taxes. As for golf carts, there's some service advantage to buying from The Villages cart stores, but a lot of people buy elsewhere...it's about what perks and convenience you want in your retirement life.Been coming down from St Louis for 8 years and now I'm full time and I can honestly say I haven't found one single thing here more expensive than in St Louis other than Auto Insurance.. I guess I'll just knock on wood.. LOL

[Topspinmo]

Why would snowbirds increase the demand for new carts? Don't most of them already own carts? Or just rent them while they're here?

That said, I just picked up a creampuff of a Yamaha Gas cart last week. The seller was a 92 yo lady who barely drove it...

Spotless!

I hope she changed the oil in it? If not could hear that knocking should?

[Topspinmo]

Been coming down from St Louis for 8 years and now I'm full time and I can honestly say I haven't found one single thing here more expensive than in St Louis other than Auto Insurance.. I guess I'll just knock on wood.. LOL

Maybe you need to get out of downtown St. Louis? :)Where I came from insurance was 1/2 price down here.

[Velvet]

To answer your question, golf cart prices are going up. For what you get, car is a lot less expensive.

Bought our cart 1 year ago and there were 60-70 carts in the store. Last week went in Spanish Springs store and they had 20 carts and this included used carts. Do not know prices now but last year bought 2021 Quitetech with most of Villages equipment for $12,500 including taxes from dealer in Webster. Had minor warranty issue and work was performed promptly. If maintenance is an issue would not worry much. Carts are very simple and should entail very little maintenance.

Hopefully, prices on Lithium battery carts will come down and create some competition for the quiet but smelly Yamahas.

Prices must have gone up a bit because I ordered a 2022 Yamaha Quiet Tech with most stuff on it and it was $17500 at The Villages Golf Carts. (I’m a bit picky.) They included a loaner for 5 months which to rent would have cost me several thousand to rent or so. An entry level Kia would have cost less.

[wisbad1]

The wait for a new cart is now 5 months. Yes, the Villages Golf Carts are more expensive. But you get a loaner cart while you wait for the new cart. We chose to buy from the Villages Golf Carts-we got great service and had a loaner cart for 3 months until our new cart arrived.
Wait till you need a oil change or something, you’ll be waiting for ever

[Michael G.]

Gezzz, The Village Golf cart dealership is ready getting hammered here.

If this is the case, I hope they read this and change the way they do business.

Then again if they cater to the fat cats with unlimited funds, why change.

[Garywt]

When we were looking 2 years ago, new carts were $16,000. We ended up at the Village Discount shop and saved some money.

[Nucky]

IMO you’re cart should last for ever, my 2012 1/2 FI cart still runs like new. I don’t plan on buying another one. I figure it will out last me. Course I was mechanic for 45 plus years and can detect the slightest defect or problem.

45 years as a mechanic is amazing. 45 years at anything is amazing.
I regret not buying a 4 seater facing front and the suspension on the loaner carts are a treat compared to my cart. I'm like-minded with you and want to keep mine forever. No reason to trade it in its pristine. I just put new tires on after 5 years and about 7000 miles just for safety sake. Gave the old tires to a neighbor who needed tires badly.

I was talking about a second cart. Webster sounds like the place, we are going to wait until after the present medical climate improves. :pray:

[jimjamuser]

Snow birds are not going to increase prices. Supply and demand will
Snowbirds increase TV Land population, which makes DEMAND go up, which leads to HIGHER PRICES.

[kkingston57]

Prices must have gone up a bit because I ordered a 2022 Yamaha Quiet Tech with most stuff on it and it was $17500 at The Villages Golf Carts. (I’m a bit picky.) They included a loaner for 5 months which to rent would have cost me several thousand to rent or so. An entry level Kia would have cost less.

I bought cart from dealer in Webster. You must have got more extras. My cost on the cart was $8,000 plus Village extras(wheels, lights, seats and enclosure) to $12,500 including tax. Paid 19K for 2015 VW Passat(loaded) in 2017. Glad I bought cart when I did

[Packer Fan]

Welcome to The Villages. You'll most likely find everything from food to services to goods are more expensive in Florida than they are where you're coming from. There's some balance/trade-off since we pay no state taxes. As for golf carts, there's some service advantage to buying from The Villages cart stores, but a lot of people buy elsewhere...it's about what perks and convenience you want in your retirement life.

Since every commodity is WAY up it is not surprising golf cart prices are up. This is what you get when the government prints money.
As far as service goes, carts and clubs serviced both my carts today in my driveway in about 45 minutes. The villages golf carts does not do that!

[Aces4]

[QUOTE=jimjamuser;1983052]Snowbirds increase TV Land population, which makes DEMAND go up, which leads to HIGHER PRICES.[/QUOTE

Full timers make even greater demands on resources year round. What a ridiculous argument. If everyone worldwide would stay home and only buy bare necessities, demand would drop the immensely and prices would slump. Is this about not living life now?:ohdear:

[Velvet]

Bush, blush, I think I got just about everything going, including marine fabric in a print for the back and top. Special paint, seats, lights etc. I like the artistic but conservative, highly visible and functional look. The only thing I did not get was a backup camera. I looked at used carts and several new cart dealers and they were a bit cheaper.

[Professor]

Perhaps The Villages is not for you. If you have to nickle and dime everything you want to purchase there are cheaper places to live.

[JMintzer]

I hope she changed the oil in it? If not could hear that knocking should?

Funny... :laugh:

She provided all service records... :icon_wink:

[jimkerr]

We just bought a 2022 Yamaha from Villages Golf Cars. It’s been well worth it with the loaner they gave us.

[JMintzer]

Snowbirds increase TV Land population, which makes DEMAND go up, which leads to HIGHER PRICES.

Again, don't they come and go EVERY year? If so, why is it suddenly a problem THIS year?

My guess it's the sudden influx of new people buying homes... (and yes, I'm one of them, and I just bought a sweet used Golf Cart...)

[Hifred]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

Try Carts and Clubs 4121 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
(352) 351-2278

They sell Yamaha quiet tech golf carts and are far less expensive than purchasing in TV. They deliver your cart to your home. Go over the cart with you and will come to your home and provide servicing, oil change maintenance or what ever you need. Very nice people and the prices are very competitive. You will find when you drive a little you will save a lot on the cost.

[graciegirl]

Now that I have moved into The Villages, I have decided on buying a new / used golf cart and the current prices on golf carts are just crazy. The new carts at The Villages Golf Shops are about 15% more than last year, they are offering no incentives and there is no availability. Some new cart's are taking over two months for delivery. When the snow birds come down in a few months with all their money, I get this feeling the prices are just going to increase even more.
Also the asking prices on the used golf cart's sold by individuals are close to full retail. I just can't believe what's going on with inflation. Any suggestions? Thanks

Prices are surging. Here'''s what is getting more expensive | CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/10/economy/rising-prices/index.html)

I think rising prices will continue for the forseeable future.

[Bay Kid]

Prices are surging. Here'''s what is getting more expensive | CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/10/economy/rising-prices/index.html)

I think rising prices will continue for the forseeable future.

Until we get people running our country that love the living/working citizens here.

[JMintzer]

Try Carts and Clubs 4121 S Pine Ave Ocala, FL 34480
(352) 351-2278

They sell Yamaha quiet tech golf carts and are far less expensive than purchasing in TV. They deliver your cart to your home. Go over the cart with you and will come to your home and provide servicing, oil change maintenance or what ever you need. Very nice people and the prices are very competitive. You will find when you drive a little you will save a lot on the cost.

Sadly, they have almost NO inventory... They'll take your order with no idea when it'll come in...

[TheTourVan]

Talking to some people at the major car manufacturers (CC, EZ GO and Yamaha) it is going to get worse before it gets better.

[LieutenantEd]

I’ve been pricing 2022 Yamaha models, want to order and and add some options...

Quote Villages Golf Cart Store Brownwood “ Base MSRP on 2022 models has gone up $750.00”
Quote Webster Golf Cart Store. “ Base MSRP on 2022 models has gone up $250.00”

Hmmmm.

[vintageogauge]

I’ve been pricing 2022 Yamaha models, want to order and and add some options...

Quote Villages Golf Cart Store Brownwood “ Base MSRP on 2022 models has gone up $750.00”
Quote Webster Golf Cart Store. “ Base MSRP on 2022 models has gone up $250.00”

Hmmmm.

I doubt that either of them can legally lie about the MSRP going up, one might have told you a lower amount to get your business and one might have told you a higher amount to make more profit but that I would doubt. Get a true MSRP comparing apples to apples based on what you want to order and then compare.

[jimmio]

What's next in terms of C R A Z Y!?
First it was houses, now golf carts, what's next?
"The price of a gallon of milk is C R A Z Y! here in The Villages!, why is that?'

[dadspet]

Perhaps I had the worst sales person in the world but we check out Ocala Golf Carts for a EZGO Lithium cart yesterday looking for a better price than The Villages. WOW they only had 1 lithium cart in stock (spoken for) and it was bear bones simple. Salesperson kept telling us they modify the cart and it will look just like the one in the showroom (couldn't be more plain). I then asked him the price and he said about $21000. Wow thats at least $1000 or more than the Villages I told him. At that point he tried to explain they had lots of Village customers. I didn't waste any more of my time and walked right out of the store. IMHO $21,000 for a golf cart is insane especially if it looks just like the one he had in the store.

[kkingston57]

Perhaps I had the worst sales person in the world but we check out Ocala Golf Carts for a EZGO Lithium cart yesterday looking for a better price than The Villages. WOW they only had 1 lithium cart in stock (spoken for) and it was bear bones simple. Salesperson kept telling us they modify the cart and it will look just like the one in the showroom (couldn't be more plain). I then asked him the price and he said about $21000. Wow thats at least $1000 or more than the Villages I told him. At that point he tried to explain they had lots of Village customers. I didn't waste any more of my time and walked right out of the store. IMHO $21,000 for a golf cart is insane especially if it looks just like the one he had in the store.

I priced the Lithium carts out using the EZGO web site and could not even come close to 21K. Last year I moved here(when supply was good) and a well equipped EZGO outside of TV was <15K. Also checked out Club Car(there lithiums have shorter range) and they were around 15K including GPS with a large screen.

I would have done the same if I had this quote.

[Bay Kid]

I spoke w/a cart salesman w/The Village golf carts. He told me if ordered today it would be March before I could be delivered.

[Bilyclub]

When we were looking 2 years ago, new carts were $16,000. We ended up at the Village Discount shop and saved some money.

But the cart you got wasn't new.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

What's next in terms of C R A Z Y!?
First it was houses, now golf carts, what's next?
"The price of a gallon of milk is C R A Z Y! here in The Villages!, why is that?' last year, this year or next year and I don’t care , the price is the price

[flsteve]

I purchased a new 2020 Yamaha golf cart from Country Village Power Equipment in May of 2020. Saved over $3000.00. Absolutely great service. Delivered to my house when we bought it, picked up and delivered for free when our custom-ordered seats came in, and did the first oil change and service in our driveway for much less than the others quoted me. I recently spoke with Steve there to schedule my next service at home. Love that place!

So, Steve and Carolyn have left. The new sales representative is CJ. I dealt with him the other day to order a different rain enclosure valence. The people making the rain enclosures are the same and the people doing the other things are the same also. Steve and Carolyn were great people to work with, and CJ seems to be the same with his relations with customers. Nathan is his boss. My wife and I bought our custom-built 2021 Yamaha from them and it was thousands less than The Villages Golf Cars as well. I think The Villages Golf Cars are just fine, but I DO like to save money when I can, and Country Village Power Equipment is a GREAT way to save money. Carl is their delivery man and he is fast, friendly, and helpful. BTW, there is an awesome Mexican food truck there if you stop by. Try their burrito! :icon_wink: