subject: Buying Used Golf Carts-some Tips [print this page] Golf carts are an integral part in the golf courses and of course for the golf lovers. Since these courses are being updated frequently; there is steadfast promotion in the supply of the second hand ones. Following points should be kept in mind while purchasing used golf carts:
The used ones can be grouped in to two:
Refurbished golf carts which have been purchased, examined, cleaned and reupholstered (in some cases) by the manufacturers. These are being provided with a warranty that lasts for a month or two. In this dealership, one is able to choose the seats, safety gears and other upholsteries as buying the used one allows to save ones budget a little.
As-is used golf carts: Here the dealers will look for damage but they would not make much renovation as that of refurbished ones. Again these carts are sold without any warranty.
Whatever your choice is, you should always interact with several dealers before making the final decision. The golf cart dealers are the most resourceful for the second hand golf carts and you can contact the leading dealers in your area, for free of cost. After interacting with the dealers, select a few golf carts for further examination. Firstly, inspect it thoroughly for wear or rust and make an enquiry about the parts that have been replaced. Be careful to notice the way it drives, especially up hills or with heavy load.
The price of the used ones can be around $2,000 as for the new ones the range is from $4,000. So it definitely paves a way to save some amount of money. But again it depends on the add-ons one needs to install, but it is much cheaper than purchasing a new one. For the fancier ones, the price can go a bit higher!
Most of the new golf carts being purchased are the electric ones, but if one wants the gas powered ones, its better to purchase a new one.
The golf lovers who plan to buy a used golf cart can definitely find this article very useful.