What affects a Club Car's value
Club Car sits at the top of the used market: buyers pay for the badge, the build and the parts supply, and that flows straight through to what we can offer.
In South Africa a used Club Car typically sells for R40 000 – R180 000 depending on model, year, battery and condition (private-sale bands, updated 2026-09-01). The specifics for Club Car:
- Aluminium chassis — no frame rust, which keeps older carts saleable.
- Precedent (2004–2019) is the most common used cart on the market; condition and battery age decide the price.
- Onward and Tempo (2017+) with factory lithium fetch a clear premium.
- Villager and Carryall (utility/fleet) are valued on hours and body condition.
Club Car models we buy
We buy every Club Car, but these are the models we see most. Each has its own page with what we check and what it's worth:
DS (1982–2013): The cart that built Club Car's reputation: an aluminium frame that doesn't rust, simple electrics and parts on every shelf.
Precedent (2004–2019): The most common used golf cart on the market and the one we buy most.
Onward (2017–present): Club Car's factory-built personal cart: lifted or non-lifted, two to six seats, lead-acid or Samsung SDI lithium.
Tempo (2018–present): The fleet cart that replaced the Precedent, so most Tempos come to us after a few seasons at a golf club.
Villager 2, 4, 6 & 8: Club Car's people-mover line, used by estates, resorts and hotels.
Carryall 300, 500, 550 & 700: The utility Club Car: a cargo bed, a tow hitch and a frame that shrugs off farm and estate work.
Selling a Club Car: what we check
The process is the same wherever you are: photos and a few details from your phone, a written offer within 24 hours, then accept, sign and book a collection slot online. We arrive with our own transport and pay by EFT before we drive away. No viewings, no time-wasters, no transport to arrange.
From your photos we look at:
- Body, seats and canopy — cracks, sun damage and torn seats all cost money to put right.
- Battery type and age — the single biggest factor. A dated invoice or a photo of the date stamp helps.
- Charger, keys and manual — a working charger and both keys make the cart easier to resell, and our offer stronger.
- Extras — rear flip seat, lights, lift kit, sound system, enclosure. Tidy factory-style extras add real value.
Where we buy Club Car carts
Anywhere in South Africa. We collect with our own transport and pay by EFT before we drive away. The busiest Club Car markets we work in are George, Wilderness, Sedgefield, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay — tap your area below for local collection times.
Questions sellers ask
How much is a used Club Car golf cart worth?
In South Africa a used Club Car typically sells for R40 000 – R180 000 depending on the model, year, battery type and condition. Aluminium chassis — no frame rust, which keeps older carts saleable. Send WeBuyCarts photos for an exact written offer within 24 hours.
Do you buy Club Car carts with old or dead batteries?
Yes. We refurbish carts, so a Club Car with a tired lead-acid pack is still worth real money to us — the offer simply reflects the cost of a new pack. Lithium Club Car models fetch a premium.
Which Club Car models fetch the most?
Onward, Tempo, Villager 2, 4, 6 & 8 — lithium, four or six seats, low hours. Older two-seaters on lead-acid sit at the bottom of the range but still sell.
Do you buy golf carts that aren't running?
We do. Non-runners are a big part of what we buy around South Africa, because we refurbish and resell carts ourselves. A cart with a tired lead-acid pack is still worth real money to us — the offer just allows for the new pack.
Is the offer really free, and do I have to accept it?
Yes and no. The offer is free and there's no obligation at all — it's a firm number, valid for seven days, and you can accept, counter or walk away. We'd rather you took our number to compare than felt pressured.
What do I need on the day of collection?
Your ID, the charger and keys, and the cart where we can load it. We check that it matches your photos, sign off the sale agreement you already signed on your phone, and pay by EFT before we drive away. If the cart lives behind a gate, let security know we're coming or send us a visitor code with your booking.