: Smaller operators buy used carts locally (e.g., via Facebook Marketplace), upgrade them with modern components like lithium batteries ($1,500–$2,000 investment), and resell them for a profit of roughly $2,000 per unit .
: Dealers focus on buying entire fleets (often 50+ carts) from golf courses or resorts. These businesses often pay "major premiums" to beat trade-in offers from manufacturers, handling all logistics and wiring funds immediately.
When buying a golf cart, proper documentation is critical to establish legal ownership and facilitate future sales: