A brand new golf cart can get
very expensive. And for hobbyists, buying one could be out of budget.
Good thing there are pre-owned
golf carts available in the market. They are good for people who are short on
budget, as well as non-professional golfers who aren't in the course often
anyway. But of course, you don’t just get the first second-hand golf cart you
learn about. What you wanna do is canvass for as many as possible so you’ll
have a big enough selection. Don’t be in a hurry. To be sure you are having a
good buy, here are the things you need to examine:
Age/History
Ask the seller how old is the
cart or check the serial number. It may come cheap but keep in mind that you
may have a tough time finding spare parts when the need arises. Also, you
should ask the seller if it has undergone repair and how many times. But don’t
take his word for it. Examine it yourself – look for dents, scratches, check
the internal parts, as well as the tires. To be sure, it would be good to bring
someone who is good with carts to help you check it.
Gas-powered or electric-powered?
If you go for gas-powered carts,
consider the availability of supply. If you opt for electric-powered carts,
check if the batteries are rechargeable and if it includes a charger. Ask about
the age and condition of the batteries. Better yet, bring someone who knows a
thing or two about it.
Price
The price should be commensurate
to the condition of the cart. Be wary: if it’s too cheap especially for a good
brand, then there must be a reason. Especially for second-hand carts, it would
be good to trust only the big name brands. If it’s damaged in any way, get
yourself a pricing assessment of how much it can take you to repair it.
Test drive!
The seller will let you test
drive it, for sure. If possible, do it on the course so you’ll have a grasp of
how it runs in a hill, slope, and when loaded with people. Notice the
acceleration, handling, brakes, stability, etc.
Some people are nice enough to readily buy the cart offered
by a friend or friend’s friend without even examining it – not good. Hopefully
you take note of these tips so you won’t have any problem when you are ready to
get a golf cart.
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