Looking for 1st Golf cart

[ou812cd1]

Hello all,
I'm looking at buying my first golf cart and I'm leaning towards an electric model. My question is what should I be looking out for while checking out used electrical models. I know I need to be weary of the battery's and how old they are but, what else should I have my eye on while looking into my next toy? Any advice would be greatly appriciated. i currently have looked at a 1994 model with lift kit new paint CD/am/fm radio and looks to be in pretty good condition from the posted pictures just wanting to know what I need to focus on as far as electrical system, motor etc.....I'm kind of leaning towards the EZ Go models just like the look and accesories avaiable but, I have an opened mind.
Thanks to all replies in advance.
Chris

[ou812cd1]

Looking for advise in 1st golf cart purchase

[scottyb]

Kinda depends on what you want to do with your golf cart or what you want it to do ? Stay with the 3 major makers and look at the rust factor depending upon where you live. Privately owned carts are better than old golf course rentals....

[ou812cd1]

Just looking to use it around the neighborhood . That what I was wondering about the rust how can I determine rust areas under the carts body ? I live in Fort Mill SC right outside of Charlotte NC.

[scottyb]

I have lived 'back east' and rust is a problem. I would crawl under any used vehicle I was considering with a sharp screw driver or chisel and see how much rust can be chipped or scraped away in the corners etcetera. Anything coming off that you can pick up...is a problem. Go to the next one. Any late model cart should suit your needs. Pick a color

[rusty]

Welcome to the forum ou812cd1....................

Batteries are the number one thing to consider when buying a cart.

1> How old are the batteries. Check the dates on the batteries.