Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? Our Charleston, SC golf cart technicians have answers! Learn about golf cart rentals, custom cart builds, LSVs, golf carts, and caring for your golf cart or LSV near Charleston,
Rental FAQs
What are your delivery fees?
Seasonal (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
• $75.00 Round Trip Drop Off/ Pick Up Fee With In a 15 Mile Radius of Coastal Cruising Carts Warehouse, includes IOP, Sullivans Island, Mount Pleasant, and Downtown Charleston.
Non-Seasonal
• $50.00 Round Trip Drop Off/ Pick Up Fee With In a 15 Mile Radius of Coastal Cruising Carts Warehouse, includes IOP, Sullivans Island, Mount Pleasant, and Downtown Charleston.
Event Rentals Single Day Delivery:
• $100 Round Trip Drop Off/ Pick Up In a 15 Mile Radius of Coastal Cruising Carts Warehouse.
What's the minimum age to rent and to drive?
Renters must be 25 years old with a valid drivers license. Drivers must be 16 years old with valid drivers license.
View our form to see the full rental agreement and waiver.
Where are you located?
Our Charleston golf cart rental office and dealership are located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
The physical address is:
493A LaMesa Road
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
LSV (Low Speed Vehicles) FAQs
What is an LSV?
An LSV, or low speed vehicle, is defined as a motorized vehicle with 4 wheels, weighing less than 3,000lbs and reaching top speeds between 20 to 25mph. They are legal in nearly all 50 states to drive on roads where speed limits do not exceed 35 mph. You can check Charleston’s golf cart and LSV regulations and laws around the area if you choose to rent or purchase one.
What is the difference between a LSV and a golf cart?
The big differences between golf carts and LSVs come down to legalities. While golf carts can be made street legal with our “neighborhood package”, which includes seatbelts, lights and turn kits, speeds up to 18 - 20 mph, and DMV registration, they are legal on roads 25 mph and under during daylight hours only.
LSVs are DOT rated because of their windshield and wipers, seat belts, lights and turn signal kits, and DMV registration. They can be driven 24 hrs (so, even after dark!) on roads 35 mph and under.
In our hometown of Charleston, South Carolina, low speed vehicles are legal in Downtown Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Sullivan’s Island, and many of the surrounding areas. If you’re not sure which is best for you, talk with one of our golf cart experts.
Do you repair LSVs?
Yes! Our Charleston and Mount Pleasant LSV cart dealership can fix up your low-speed vehicle until it’s good as new. Give us a call at 843.940.4386
Can you customize LSVs?
We definitely can! LSVs can be customized with all the bells and whistles you want. Our technicians can help you customize your existing LSV model, or get you started with a new cart.
Cart Care FAQs
Do I need to leave my golf cart plugged in overnight?
Charging your golf cart overnight keeps it fully charged and ready to go in the morning. However, overcharging your golf cart battery can damage the battery’s life and cause accidents. Try to unplug your charger as soon as your golf cart battery is full. If you are planning to charge overnight, consider purchasing an automatic charger that turns off when the battery is full.
Why won’t my LSV or golf cart start?
Don’t panic! Golf carts and LSV’s require routine maintenance just like your vehicle, but try these steps first just in case:
First, you should know: golf carts have a RUN/TOW switch located in the battery cage. LSVs have a neutral gear. Never push your cart while it is in gear. This will cause costly damage to the motor.
Check that the batteries are fully charged and terminals are cleaned. You can then check the water levels in the battery. If the water level is low, add distilled water until the plates inside the battery are completely covered.
Other issues concerning the battery may be off-kilter wiring and corrosion and melted wires. If there is a leak, you will have to replace the battery. If you’ve tried these steps and nothing is working, give us a call and we’ll get your cart fixed.
How often do I need to replace golf cartwheels?
Just like your car, golf cart wheels and tires require maintenance and replacement, too. Brand new golf cart wheels typically last 2-3 years, though there are ways to make them last longer.
Purchasing the proper ply and tread helps increase the health of your tires. You should select them specific to the terrain you will be driving on.
Just like on your car, frequently rotate tires on your golf cart or LSV to balance the uneven weight distribution that occurs between the front and rear tires.
Can you get golf carts wet?
Rainwater is fine, but saltwater is very damaging to golf carts that aren’t cared for properly. To prevent corrosion to your golf cart, avoid driving through deep water or puddles near coastal places that may contain saltwater. If you can’t avoid driving through saltwater, rinse off your cart with freshwater. Make sure the batteries are properly stored away so that they do not get wet, too.
How long do golf cart batteries last?
There are a lot of factors that can influence the life-span of golf cart batteries. Golf cart batteries can last anywhere from 4-10 years, depending on how often the cart is used. We recommend lithium batteries, which come in our newer 2020 Evolution LSVs, to optimize battery life. With a five year warranty, they’re better than market standard. Depending on your cart’s condition, drive range, and wear, new batteries can give your cart a whole new life!
