What a used Yamaha G16 is worth
In South Africa the Yamaha G16 trades between roughly R20 000 – R110 000 depending on year, power and condition. The offer we send is the exact figure we'll pay; the bands below show where the range comes from:
- Older lead-acid 2-seater (2005–2012): R20 000 – R45 000 (e.g. Club Car DS / Precedent, E-Z-GO TXT, Yamaha G22) — battery age decides it
- Petrol carts: R55 000 – R110 000 (e.g. Yamaha Drive2 QuieTech, E-Z-GO TXT gas)
What we check on a G16
Every Yamaha G16 we buy gets the same look in the photos, plus the things that matter on this particular model:
- Petrol G16s with a clean engine and clutch are in steady demand.
- The 36-volt electric is priced on battery age.
- Body plastics fade but rarely crack — a polish goes a long way.
- Tyres, brakes and steering — we look at tread, brake feel and play in the steering.
- Body, seats and canopy — cracks, sun damage and torn seats all cost money to put right.
Selling your G16: how it works
Here's how it works: you send photos and answer a short form; we reply with a firm written offer within 24 hours; if you're happy, you accept and sign on your phone and pick a two-hour collection window. On the day we check the cart matches the photos, load it, and pay by EFT before we drive away.
We collect anywhere in South Africa with our own transport, and because we refurbish and resell carts ourselves, a G16 that needs batteries or a clean-up is still worth real money to us.
Other Yamaha models
Not sure if yours is a G16? Check the serial plate under the seat or the dash, or just send photos — we'll identify it. Other Yamahas we buy: G14, G19, G22, Drive (G29), Drive2, Drive2 QuieTech EFI, Drive2 PowerTech AC, Drive2 PTV.
Questions sellers ask
How much is a Yamaha G16 worth?
Typically R20 000 – R110 000 for a private sale in South Africa, depending on year, power (electric or petrol), seats and condition. Petrol G16s with a clean engine and clutch are in steady demand. Send photos for an exact written offer within 24 hours.
Do you buy a G16 that isn't running?
Yes. Dead batteries, charger faults, controller problems — we buy G16s in any condition and the offer simply reflects the repair. Photograph the battery pack and tell us what's wrong.
Do you buy golf carts that aren't running?
Yes. Dead batteries, a faulty charger, a controller fault, a cart that has stood for two years — we buy all of them. The offer simply reflects the repair cost. Tell us what's wrong in the form and photograph the battery pack; that's usually all we need.
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.