I’m considering buying a used electric golf for putting around the property. It doesn’t have to be pretty or fancy. Two seater is fine. I don’t have a need for a UTV or four wheeler. Any tips on what to look for or avoid? I’m thinking $5-7k budget.
I've bought a couple of used carts and have had excellent luck with them. Both were around 20 years old when I bought them, both for well under $2K. My current 1997 TXT model is still used every day, several times per day, but pleasure cruising around the place and for hauling things like trash, tools, feed, etc.. Both of my purchases have/had beds and are used around our place for not only transporting but also for work.
For my buck, I'd stay with EZGo. Parts are much more available when needed, and at decent prices. There's not enough difference in the 36V and the 48V for a lot more money, so 36V for me is plenty adequate. The more accessories you can get on your new purchase, the better. Things like LED lights, bed, lift kit, canopy, and trailer hitch aren't absolutely necessary, but they sure are convenient. Off-road tires and rims are pretty, but totally unnecessary; not something I'd pay anything extra for.
The electric models are very easy to work on if/when needed. The older Textron (TXT) models are much more plentiful and cheaper. Batteries granted are the most expensive thing you may have to buy in the future, but they're certainly not deal killers. I've been getting around 7 years out of a set of Trojan 105 batteries.
I think with a little shopping you'll be able to snag a good deal for WELL under the $4K-$5K budget. I did buy both of mine from CL listing, but then we all know the hazard of buying for CL. Fortunately, all of their listings aren't fake.
