Golf Cart - Are There Additional or Unforeseen Fees?

[Hurrikane]

Hello Villagers!

So, I feel like when we move next month to The Villages I REALLY want to buy a used golf cart…

Are there (besides insurance, maintenance, and fuel/charge) additional fees, for cart path usage or taking on the golf course for my multiple golf ball hits/misses or loosing them entirely (not a very good golfer)?

What don’t I know beyond the apparent practically and enjoyment of cart ownership???

Thanks, “Newbie” Jim

[justjim]

If you play golf and want to use your cart there is an annual fee of $143. Insurance is only about $100. Maintenance depends on your use of the Cart. There are over 50,000 golf carts in TV. Join the fun!

[kathyspear]

People are asking obscene prices for used carts. You have been warned!

Welcome to TV!

kathy

[JGVillages]

People are asking obscene prices for used carts. You have been warned!

Welcome to TV!

kathy

New cart prices are also insane!

[kathyspear]

New cart prices are also insane!

And isn't it taking months to get one?

k.

[Garywt]

Not everyone has insurance, it is the smart thing to do but not required. For 2 carts I think I pay $500 but really don’t remember the cost. If you go electric, you will have the cost of batteries every few years. As said, trail pass for golfing if you plan to use your cart. Other options are a monthly pass for $20 or a pay as you go of $4 per person per round of golf.

[BillY41]

Looked into purchasing a new one and was told March 22

[William MacEntee]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?

[thevillages2013]

Hello Villagers!

So, I feel like when we move next month to The Villages I REALLY want to buy a used golf cart…

Are there (besides insurance, maintenance, and fuel/charge) additional fees, for cart path usage or taking on the golf course for my multiple golf ball hits/misses or loosing them entirely (not a very good golfer)?

What don’t I know beyond the apparent practically and enjoyment of cart ownership???

Thanks, “Newbie” Jim
There are a couple of “cart rescue” companies here in TV that will pick you and your cart up (if it breaks down) and deliver to your house. I think cost is around $70 a year

[DaleDivine]

Looked into purchasing a new one and was told March 22

Depends on the brand and options you want. There are places other than TV to purchase them.
:bigbow::bigbow:

[DaleDivine]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?

NO...
:ohdear::ohdear:

[DaleDivine]

There are a couple of “cart rescue” companies here in TV that will pick you and your cart up (if it breaks down) and deliver to your house. I think cost is around $70 a year

"24 hour Cart Club" is $35 per year and mention Don Wiley's Gold Wingnut blog and get an extra free month of service...
:ho::clap2::clap2:

[golfing eagles]

If you play golf and want to use your cart there is an annual fee of $143. Insurance is only about $100. Maintenance depends on your use of the Cart. There are over 50,000 golf carts in TV. Join the fun!

Not everyone has insurance, it is the smart thing to do but not required. For 2 carts I think I pay $500 but really don’t remember the cost. If you go electric, you will have the cost of batteries every few years. As said, trail pass for golfing if you plan to use your cart. Other options are a monthly pass for $20 or a pay as you go of $4 per person per round of golf.

That fee of $143/year or $4 per round ONLY applies to executive courses. If you are playing the "championship/country club" courses, there is no fee for cart usage

[bowlingal]

you can also pay $4.00 each time you golf. You don't have to pay yearly

[Papa_lecki]

Looked into purchasing a new one and was told March 22

But you get a free rental during the build.

[MSchad]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?

The southern executive courses South of 44 accept credit cards.

[MSchad]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?


NO...
:ohdear::ohdear:

The southern executive courses South of 44 accept credit cards.

[Annie66]

Depends on the brand and options you want. There are places other than TV to purchase them.
:bigbow::bigbow:

Look to purchase a cart outside the bubble. The delivery time is probably no different, but generally the cost is lower. These outside the bubble companies often take care of your cart's maintenance by coming to your home. If the cart needs more work, and must be taken to their facility, it they may, but not always, require a very minor fee. I would not worry about the cost of maintaining the golf cart if you purchase from an outside company.

On a separate note, you might want to subscribe to Estatesales.net. This web site can be very helpful. When an owner or descendant sell a home for any number of reasons, they often put most or all of the contents, including golf carts, up for sale. You can get some excellent deals there.

[ThirdOfFive]

There are a couple of “cart rescue” companies here in TV that will pick you and your cart up (if it breaks down) and deliver to your house. I think cost is around $70 a year
Insurance (mine, anyway) will include this as part of your golf cart policy. As I recall the cost to add it was negligible.

[Bob Myles]

Not on the executive courses

[RICH1]

Look at Cart sales in Ocala and anywhere Outside the Villages! A cart is a Must and I recommend a Gasoline Powered cart.. 100 dollars a year for cart insurance,( lots of sue happy people) .. BUY A GOOD USED CART and save your money for the Early morning Happy Hour

[lane4vols]

They don't do the loaners anymore

[kkingston57]

Buying a used cart not very practicle these days due to demand issues. Payed $12,500 for new Yamaha with most of TV accesories one year ago. In todays times it was an investment. Bet I can sell it for what I paid, except that I will need to replace it.

Pay close attention to the seats. Almost everyone in TV has upgraded seats. They are fablulouse for runnnig around TV. I personally do not like them. Most do not have a side bar and when I am golfing and when there is a slope to either the right or the left, I can slide to the point where in I have to HOLD on to prevent me from sliding out. Seats do have retractable arm rests. Do not know of anyone who wants to lift and lower this arm rest everytime they get in and out of a cart. Will switch over to factory upgraded seats.

Look out of TV for best prices and possibly better availability.

[rukiddingmertnow]

They stopped that.
No more rentals when u buy.
Just not enough of them around.

[Tunesmith]

They don't do the loaners anymore
I picked up my re-conditioned golf cart (from The Villages Golf Cars) in early November. At that time I was told that the loaners would only be provided 2 months before your pick up date. So if you ordered right now, and the projected pick up date was March 1 2022, you would only get a loaner starting on January 1 2022. Of course, things might have changed again since I was told this!

[boatorgolf]

Good luck finding new or used!!!

[denniskathyb]

Keep in mind 2-seat or 4-seat. If company is expected often then a 4 seat may be the best. (ie: a 2-seat convertible).
Electric NO. The Villages has gotten just to big.
Yamaha gas is by far the most popular.
Stay with: Yamaha / Club car / EZ-Go
Stay away from: Par Car / Atomic

[Bay Kid]

That fee of $143/year or $4 per round ONLY applies to executive courses. If you are playing the "championship/country club" courses, there is no fee for cart usage

You can also buy a trail fee for 1 month and 6 months.

[Dgodin]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?

Executive golf is free.
You pay for Championship golf in the clubhouse and they accept credit cards.

[jarodrig]

Executive golf is free.

Well ??? Not really. There are no ADDITIONAL green's fees for residents BUT in reality, we all DO pay to play the executives as part of our amenity fees go toward their maintenance. The ADDITIONAL cart path fee also detracts from the notion that the executives are FREE ……
:)

[HJBeck]

Annual golf cart insurance. Can be obtained via homeowners insurance. ~$100/ year

[Ksfirefighter]

But you get a free rental during the build.

I was told by The Villages Golf Cart
New 4 seater with upgrades
$20,000
5-6 months but that time is dropping a little as they catch up
And no free cart while waiting

[KYtoTV2021]

Depends on the brand and options you want. There are places other than TV to purchase them.
:bigbow::bigbow:
And significantly less expensive

[pgettinger01]

There is a trail fee if you use your own cart. It is currently $4.00 for nine holes on the executive courses. You can pay a flat rate for the year.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

People are asking obscene prices for used carts. You have been warned!

Welcome to TV!

kathy

Carts are selling for what the market will bear. Right now demand is extremely high and supply is very low.

The same can be said for cars, houses, food, gasoline and pretty much everything else we spend money on.

Economics 101.

[Normal]

And isn't it taking months to get one?

k.

Had to buy ours in Daytona. There are plenty there but it is an hour and half each way.

[Ken D.]

Will the starter shack accept a credit card for a round of golf?
No credit cards accepted at Executive courses, just Championship courses.

[kenoc7]

you can also pay $4.00 each time you golf. You don't have to pay yearly
But if you walk it is free and it is better for your health

[ronharvey2]

Starter shack - no. Golf/pro shops - yes.

[Cfdettmer]

Used to. Not anymore. They don’t have any carts for free use while you wait. At least for now.

[Michael G.]

There are over 50,000 golf carts in TV. Join the fun!

What is it about the above statement that makes me NOT want a golf cart??

[thevillages2013]

Insurance (mine, anyway) will include this as part of your golf cart policy. As I recall the cost to add it was negligible.

Well what is the procedure if you have an issue with your cart? With these rescue services they will make sure you and your cart get home within minutes from when you call. Don’t know if all are 24/7 but the one I have has that in their name. I had a flat tire and not only did he pick it up and bring it home he repaired the tire which had two finish nails in it. Yes I gave him a $25 tip