Looking for a cheap golf cart?

Getting a good deal is important, but there's a lot to consider beyond price.

Finding cheap golf carts is easier today than ever before. You can find vehicles either online or off line. Classified ads are a great way to find local sellers. But finding those discounted golf carts is just the beginning. WE look at some of the issues to consider when it comes to buying used vehicles.

It may sound counter-intuitive but many people end up buying something that they ultimately do not like simply because the price was right. Now, this is not always a problem. Many golfers simply want reliable transportation and they do not really care what it looks like. As long as the vehicle is serviceable and running, they are happy. Then there are those folks who buy cheap golf carts and within weeks or months wish they had not. Perhaps what they really wanted was a battery-powered unit but they, instead, bought a gasoline-powered vehicle. Maybe the color of the paint does not really suit them, or the seating arrangement is not what they really wanted or needed.

You should try to avoid buyer's remorse whenever you can, and one way to do that when it comes to buying a discounted golf vehicle is to be patient. Make a short list of what features you really want in the vehicle that you will eventually buy and try to stick to that list as you shop around. You will be happier in the long run.

Why is This Vehicle So Cheap?

This is an excellent question to ask yourself before you put your money down. In many cases, the owner may simply want to buy a new vehicle and is selling this one simply to get rid of it. In other cases, the owner may have had one problem after another with this vehicle and is trying to unload it on anyone foolish enough to buy it. You have to be careful when buying cheap golf carts because the last thing you want is to find yourself paying repair bills right after you buy the thing. You can certainly ask a seller why he is selling at a discount, but be smart about this and remember people do not always tell the truth.

The better way to approach this question is to bring along a trained or experienced mechanic. Let this individual do a quick inspection of the vehicle and base your decision to buy on what he or she tells you.

When you are considering the purchase of a discounted golf cart keep in mind that you should try to get everything you need. This might include the trailer and hitch, battery charger, windshield and top, along with any other items you need to fully enjoy the vehicle. If the vehicle does not come with a trailer, you can expect to pay several hundred dollars more in order to get one. These added costs can really add up fast, so make sure you get everything you need when you make the purchase.