[BPRICE1234]

I'm still overwhelmed with buying a golf cart. Gas or electric is fine w me. My issue is the villages didn't even have a cart less than 12k and most 20k.
Here is my question, should I just find a used cart, 6k to 8k just to get on the course and learn more for the future?

The new carts that are 10k and under look awesome but I worry about quality and service.

Any help appreciated.

I have seen some interesting used carts. What is more important miles or hours? Is there a rule of thumb per year?

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by BPRICE1234

I'm still overwhelmed with buying a golf cart. Gas or electric is fine w me. My issue is the villages didn't even have a cart less than 12k and most 20k.
Here is my question, should I just find a used cart, 6k to 8k just to get on the course and learn more for the future?

The new carts that are 10k and under look awesome but I worry about quality and service.

Any help appreciated.

I see lots of used gas Yamahas for sale here on TOTV for between $8-11 thousand. Be selective and get one gently used with low hours and you’ll be good to go.

[PoolBrews]

Go to Botero Golf Carts of Ocala and look at the Evolution Ranger D5. It has a ton of features (many not found on a Yamaha), is built well, rides better, looks better and list is $9,495!

Adding a rain enclosure is a bit over $1K more, and if you decide to upgrade the battery to a larger version that adds another $1.5K - $2K. Even with that you're still around only $12K for a 4 forward facing seat cart!

I've had mine for 8 months and have 2,400 miles on it - I couldn't be happier!

Standard features include:

1) 4 Forward facing seats
2) 3 point seat belts
3) Automotive style steering wheel and dash display
4) Self cancelling turn signals
5) Auto parking brake
6) Adjustable steering column
7) Radio, bluetooth, and soundbar
8) 4 wheel disc brakes

[Papa_lecki]

Originally Posted by BPRICE1234

I'm still overwhelmed with buying a golf cart. Gas or electric is fine w me. My issue is the villages didn't even have a cart less than 12k and most 20k.
Here is my question, should I just find a used cart, 6k to 8k just to get on the course and learn more for the future?

The new carts that are 10k and under look awesome but I worry about quality and service.

Any help appreciated.

It’s not that hard. Don’t over think it.
When you get here, rent one for 2 or 3 weeks. Look at what others are driving and get that.
You are going to see most have the Yamaha gas cart, the hardest choice is what color to get. The only upgrade really worth it are comfortable seats. Don’t pay for much else.
Why waste the $6,000 or $8,000 on a short term cart?

[Bill14564]

If you go with a used cart, make sure it has the options that you want. Chances are good that you will decide you don't need to replace it anytime soon so get something you will be happy with, not just something that you can get by with.

The D5 gets great reviews. The one thing I would make sure to look at is the height of the cart and whether it can get through all the Villages tunnels. There may be D5s that are short enough, there may be a way to shorten a tall D5, or you may choose not to go to Saddlebrook or the Polo Fields. Just make sure to consider that so you aren't surprised in the future.

[Bassdeer]

Bunch on craigslist in the Orlando area, just shop around and make an offer. Most people have them listed $500 to $1000 more then what they will take.

[mrf6969]

Find a good used Villages nicely accessorized Yamaha gas with low hours and you will be good to go for years. 2014-2016's fuel injected will be priced in the $5-7K range. You can also find the Yamaha Quitechs 2017-2019 in the $8500-10500 range.
I just picked up a 2014 fuel inj. with lots of extras including comfy seats for $5500. 350 hours.

[firefighter4u]

we just bought a used 2018 Yamaha. Whatever you get, make sure you get upgraded seats! You'll thank me later.

[village dreamer]

I'm not sold on the [ off ] brands, they sound good until you need parts or repair. i have seen some off brands that aren't around anymore. good luck.

[Ducatigator]

Hi BPrice.

There are some good options out there even brand new at or around 10k. If you go lithium you really need to get a larger amp battery. something with 200+ is ideal. Just be careful with used carts electric or gas. Most people to know that warranties on golf carts are nontransferable. If you want to grab a drink at one of the squares or Sawgrass we can have a discussion around the different options.

Good Luck
Thanks
Serge

[TravelswithD&K]

My neighbor is moving and is selling their 2019 Yamaha Golf Cart for $7500. Let me know if you want their contact info.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Get a used cart. Look for anything 2017 or newer, that's when the Yamaha QuieTech first came out. Club Cars and EZ-Go carts are louder, probably a little less expensive, and every golf cart repair guy in and around the villages has the expertise and parts to repair and/or do maintenance on all three.

Make sure your new cart is NOT able to go faster than 20-21mph - if you want to intentionally speed it up, you should be the one who arranges for it. Reason: people who rig their carts to go faster than the legal maximum might or might not know what they're doing. And who knows what else they did, that was a jury-rig that could go wrong. The legal maximum would be 20, but even if you set it to only go 20, sometimes going around a bend at full speed, or when you start to go downhill at full speed, it'll temporarily zip a little faster before it slows back down again.

Some things you will definitely want: turn signals that make an obnoxious beeping sound. Even self-cancelling turn signals on golf carts don't always cancel, and if you can't hear it, you won't necessarily know that everyone behind you and coming toward you is expecting you to turn, when you're not interested in turning. Seat belts. Get them, wear them. Faithfully. If you're on the short side, get a lumbar pillow instead of a gas pedal block. Reason: lumbar pillows are much more comfy, and you don't have to lift your leg even higher than the already-lifted block, just to reach the brake pedal. If your body is simply positioned closer to the edge of your seat, you'll be driving more efficiently, and upright instead of stretched out.

I also suggest - that if you have external side mirrors, you make sure they don't obscure everything that's right in front of you to your left or right. You can very easily miss someone walking from a parking lot into a supermarket, who thinks you're going to stop for them, simply because the mirror was blocking them from your view. Make sure they're placed either high up, or down low. Or you can get the internal ones instead.

Lastly, I highly recommend that you get one that comes with a sunbrella or similar. Not doors, and not totally open. A sunbrella attaches to the outer frame of the vehicle and roof, it's the zip-up plastic and cloth thing that you see on most golf carts. Replacements can be around $1000 and up, so if yours comes with it, it's just that much less you have to add later.

[LeRoySmith]

Originally Posted by PoolBrews

Go to Botero Golf Carts of Ocala and look at the Evolution Ranger D5. It has a ton of features (many not found on a Yamaha), is built well, rides better, looks better and list is $9,495!

Adding a rain enclosure is a bit over $1K more, and if you decide to upgrade the battery to a larger version that adds another $1.5K - $2K. Even with that you're still around only $12K for a 4 forward facing seat cart!

I've had mine for 8 months and have 2,400 miles on it - I couldn't be happier!

Standard features include:

1) 4 Forward facing seats
2) 3 point seat belts
3) Automotive style steering wheel and dash display
4) Self cancelling turn signals
5) Auto parking brake
6) Adjustable steering column
7) Radio, bluetooth, and soundbar
8) 4 wheel disc brakes

This is what I did and I'm very happy with it so far. 205 battery is needed in my opinion.

[BPRICE1234]

Originally Posted by PoolBrews

Go to Botero Golf Carts of Ocala and look at the Evolution Ranger D5. It has a ton of features (many not found on a Yamaha), is built well, rides better, looks better and list is $9,495!

Adding a rain enclosure is a bit over $1K more, and if you decide to upgrade the battery to a larger version that adds another $1.5K - $2K. Even with that you're still around only $12K for a 4 forward facing seat cart!

I've had mine for 8 months and have 2,400 miles on it - I couldn't be happier!

Standard features include:

1) 4 Forward facing seats
2) 3 point seat belts
3) Automotive style steering wheel and dash display
4) Self cancelling turn signals
5) Auto parking brake
6) Adjustable steering column
7) Radio, bluetooth, and soundbar
8) 4 wheel disc brakes

I have looked at those online. Of course, the other brands salesmen scare the heck out of you with parts and service. It's still high on the list. Thanks

[BPRICE1234]

Originally Posted by TravelswithD&K

My neighbor is moving and is selling their 2019 Yamaha Golf Cart for $7500. Let me know if you want their contact info.

Yes, please send me their info.