Used Golf Carts For Sale

Chances are that if you've played any amount of Golf, you've dreamed of owning your own Golf cart. If you haven't, then you haven't played enough Golf! Some courses just demand that you own a Golf cart due to their size. But do you really know what to look for when you go to buy a used golf cart? Do you have your list of things to look for when going to look at used golf carts for sale? If not, read on before deciding on which golf cart to buy. In fact, you may find one to your liking to the right. These are used golf carts for sale on eBay and some are at very good bargains, so be sure to check them out before deciding to buy from a dealer and pay their jacked up prices!

When buying a used golf cart, you want to ask the Seller a few questions, preferably when you're standing in front of the Golf cart he or she is selling. First, you want to ask if all the maintenance was kept up on it. It doesn't take much to care for a golf cart, but it does take some. Second, ask where it was stored. If it was stored outside, that should be a red flag for you. Even if it was stored outside under a cover, be careful! I want to see that the golf cart was stored inside a Garage or other building away from the elements. Also ask the Seller if he or she has had any problems with the golf cart and if any repair were made. If they have, ask to see the receipts. While these are only a few things to look for when buying a used golf cart, they'll go a long way in helping you get a reliable and durable cart.

You also want to know about the batteries. How old are they and what type they are. Do they have a built in charger so you can just plug them in or do you have to have a stand alone golf cart battery charger? These are the sort of things you need to know before buying a golf cart because a bad golf cart cable or bad battery can mean huge headaches for electric golf cart owners.

There are pro's and con's to buying a new vs used golf cart. Here are some you should think about before bringing home your beer and bag toter! If you plan on buying a new golf cart, you can usually have it customized the way you want it, with all the bells and whistles. New golf carts also have a pretty good warranty to go with them, although some used ones doe as well. But you'll pay for that customization! And you'll also pay a much higher price for a new golf cart, not to mention the sales taxes you'll be paying is also higher. If you're just wanting to get around the golf course or your subdivision, then do you really need a new golf cart?

On the other hand, there are many fine used golf carts out there that have a lot of life in them. These can offer outstanding value for the money, not to mention saving you a lot of money in the process. Used golf carts usually have a much smaller sales tax. In some states or communities you have to register your golf carts and used ones will usually already be registered, saving you that expense. The money you can save by buying a used golf cart can go toward pimping out your ride the way you want, with the accessories you want. That can't always be done with a new one. Even many used golf carts will come with a warranty from the manufacturer or the Seller. It always pays to ask!

I'd bet that when you think of a golf cart, you think of an electric one. That's the most popular and for most folks, that will be an excellent choice. But don't forget about the gas powered golf carts for sale, they can be a joy to own. The advantage of owning an electric golf cart is that it can usually be recharge simply by plugging it into an outlet in your Garage or shop. Used parts for golf carts are easily obtained and they can go a long way on a single charge. The downside to owning an electric golf cart is that those batteries can be very expensive when it comes time to replace, as is the charging system should it every go out.

Gas powered golf carts can be taken a long way from civilization. A day on the beach or just out in the woods doesn't have to come to an end just because you need to recharge your batteries. When using a gas powered cart, you just carry a little extra gas and you can go a long ways on a tankful. Plus, used parts for gas powered golf carts are also easily obtained. Many interchange with small engine parts so it's not uncommon to find them at your small engine dealer.

If you just need something to tool around the course with or ride around your subdivision, then an electric golf cart is probably all you need. But if you want to get away from the crowd and stay gone all day without worrying about running your battery down, then a gas powered cart is the way to go!