Instead of buying new, many first-time buyers prefer to look at used gas golf carts for sale.

If you’re considering used carts, you’re probably also looking for one in your price range and the best condition possible.

For experienced buyers, this is easy to do.

However, if you’re a new buyer, there are some things that you should keep in mind.

These include:

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The Age of the Cart

When buying used gas golf carts for sale, one of the most important things to consider is how old the cart is.

There are three things that you should pay attention to:

The Make
The Model
The Serial Number

Aside from helping you determine the age of the cart, these details will help tell you how easy it would be to find parts for the cart.

It can be great to find a cheap cart, but if the parts are challenging to come by, you’ll probably pay a lot if you ever need to replace or maintain them.

Another thing you should ask your dealer is how many hours (or cycles) are on the cart.

These essentially function like miles on a car; the fewer hours, the better.

The Features of the Cart

When buying used gas golf carts for sale, you should keep all the details you want in a cart.

Cart features include:

The Utility for Your Needs

If you’re planning on using your cart on rugged terrain or for off-roading, you probably shouldn’t be looking at a cart that will not be able to keep up with those demands or one that has been modified to work best on a golf course.

Licensing

Your location may require that a cart be licensed. In that case, you may be able to buy a used cart that is already approved.

Accessories

Many used gas golf carts for sale have already been customized with accessories.

If looking at such a cart, ensure you’re okay with the existing accessories.

For example, if you’re planning on using your cart on the course, you probably don’t need one that has been fitted with a gun rack.

Accessories can increase the cost of a used cart, and if you don’t need them, you may be able to find a more affordable alternative.

On the other hand, if you’re looking for accessories for your cart, you may save money by buying an already-accessorized cart instead of all-new accessories.

Another consideration is whether or not the existing accessories match your tastes.

When it comes to personalized carts, there are many things that you should keep in mind.

Comfort

Make sure the cart is comfortable to drive.

A cart can look great – and then you take a seat and realize that the seats are too small or you don’t have enough leg space.

So before you buy, always take a cart out for a short drive.

Battery Condition

Batteries can get expensive, and the last thing you want is to buy a cart and realize that you have to spend more money to replace or repair the existing batteries.

To avoid this, make sure to check the batteries before buying.

Things to consider regarding your battery condition include the following:

Whether a manufacturer’s warranty is included with the batteries.
What the brand of the batteries is. Is it a well-known brand with a reputation for being high-quality and lasting long? Trojan and US Batteries are among the best-known golf cart battery brands, and replacements are relatively easy.
What the age of the batteries is. The older the batteries, the faster you will have to replace them. On the other hand, if you find a cart with a year or less old batteries, you will be fine for the next few years.

Final Thoughts

There are many things to remember when looking at used gas golf carts for sale.

Unfortunately, many of these questions will only be answered by a knowledgeable salesman, so you should always buy from a store rather than an individual seller.

If you’re looking for a used golf cart to help you get around your favorite golf course, contact Carts & Parts at (937) 459-8891 today.

We’re happy to help you however we can, including Trojan batteries.