Evolution D3? Good ? Bad ? Ugly?

[InVision]

Hey members.

Does anyone have first hand experience with the Evolution D3? My wife is looking at a new cart. Our 2011 Garia Via 2+2 has developed a rear axle bearing issue. I am taking it to the local Garia service and getting an estimate. They say it takes a long time to get to get parts (surprise). My wife used the cart everyday, It has nearly 6K miles on it.

Looking at the Evolution D3 Lith. It is about $20K. Have not driven one yet. A new Via 2+2 like ours is $37K. $42K with Lith. I would be repairing our Garia if it was not for my back. Have trouble walking and working on floor is a no go.

Thank you in advance for any info on the D3.

Mike

[MTOakey]

You won't be unhappy with an EVolution D3 !!

[InVision]

Got cart fixed. I had a chance to talk with salesman and drive an Evolution D3. Staying with our Garia. Guess just spoiled.

M

[MTOakey]

No prob, everyone has their own preferences, I would like to know your honest opinion of the comparison though, what major or minor differences do you find, what tipped the scale away from the D3 ?

[InVision]

It looked nice in photos but I did not feel in person it was as high quality as I expected. Seats were not as comfortable to me as the Garia. Also I looked around at the large service center and most evolutions in service. Service advisor also avoided my questions for reliability. Glad to retain my Garia... Did not do a point for point comparison.

M

[MTOakey]

Thanks, I was just curious.
Enjoy your ride !!!

[JayLo]

Originally Posted by InVision

Got cart fixed. I had a chance to talk with salesman and drive an Evolution D3. Staying with our Garia. Guess just spoiled.

M

M,

What was the issue with the drive axle? Was it constantly leaking from the bottom of the axle? Did you end up getting an entire new drive axle? I don't blame you for keeping the cart. They are solid! The new prices now are just insane for the same cart as the past.

[InVision]

Bearings and seals. Oil was on the wheel and hubs were very warm. Gear case always leaks some. I wipe down every month. Also if you have excessive oil try replacing the vent cap.

M

[jbrianw]

First, thank you Mike (InVision) for the Garia thread. I have the opportunity to buy a 2019 Garia 6 seater at a decent price. I am new to the LSV world, and my problem is that the nearest Garia to drive is 4 hours away, and the one I am looking to purchase is 6 hours away. Sending a friend to look at it. Quick question - is the Garia REALLY that much more solid of a drive as advertised than anything else, or is it more of the amenities, look, seats etc. I drove a Evolution D5, Tomberlin, and Star Sirrius yesterday. All have some pros and cons, and it appears at first glance that the Garia addresses all of these.

I am a bit concerned about being able to get parts if I need them and wondering if the fact that Club Car bought them makes that easier now.

Thanks again for the threads - it has helped a bunch.

[InVision]

I like the refinement and looks of Garia. I have never seen another Garia in our area which I really like. I find that some parts like the brake stop switch I could buy on Amazon. Since many of the parts are used on Ducati motorcycles. Tires are standard buggy etc ... I am not sure about the club car acquisition has changed anything, yet.

M