Wheels and Tires
Probably the item that can most "blur" the lines between functional and cosmetic accessories is wheels and tires. Golf cart wheels have come a long way from your standard white hub, and you can now choose from various styles and colors. New wheels and tires will undoubtedly add flair and flash to your golf cart. However, even with their cosmetic benefit, wheels and tires still fall well within the "functional" category. Adding a new set of wheels and tires can make handling and driving your golf cart much more enjoyable. Whether getting an enhanced grip and traction or increasing your golf cart's top speed, you can customize your ride experience.
Rear Seats
Adding a rear seat to your golf cart can almost completely remove the dilemma of carrying more of your stuff or adding more passengers. Golf cart rear seats will replace the sweater basket on your golf cart and add an extra cargo tray and an additional row of seating. Rear seats conventionally come in a more economical style (just the seat, nothing else) and a more luxurious style (upgraded cushions, cup holders, etc.) Because of these options and features, rear seats continue to be one of the top-selling golf cart accessories.
Light Kits
If golf cart safety is top of mind, you will want to add some lighting to your cart. Available in basic and street legal kits, golf cart lights make driving your golf cart at night or in times of low visibility nothing to worry about. They make seeing and being seen easy and let you operate your cart in a much safer fashion. As stated above, light kits nowadays come in both basic and street legal, giving you flexibility in your purchase depending on your wants and needs.
Lift Kits
A true off-road necessity, lift kits are a great addition when looking to add additional height and clearance to your golf cart. Golf cart lift kits come in various sizes and specifications so that you can tailor your purchase to your preferences. Although they take some mechanical know-how to get installed, lift kits can completely change where you can drive your golf cart. With a lift kit, rocks, roots, and other small debris will pose no threat to the underside of your cart! In addition, adding a lift kit can open you up to many more options for wheels and tires.
Windshields
A golf cart windshield can add some much-needed weather protection and make driving your golf cart in less than ideal weather much more comfortable. The most common windshields for golf carts are the "fold-down" style. This style gives you great versatility in your driving mode so that you can switch between an open and closed view depending on the weather and preference. They are easy to install and allow you to get back to driving your golf cart in minutes.
Front Seat Replacements
Replacing your golf cart front seat can do wonders for your comfort and driving enjoyment. If your golf cart's front seat cushions have holes or have just completely lost their bounce, it's probably time to get a replacement. Front seats are straightforward to install and require moving over a few parts from your old seat to your new one. Once you complete this step, all that's left is to start driving your cart again! A quality front seat replacement will have a high-quality vinyl and cushion base to ensure it will last for years to come.
Batteries
Few things are as crucial to your golf cart as your batteries, especially if you own an electric golf cart. Although lead-acid batteries are still available for sale, lithium is the way to go. The newer lithium batteries provide outstanding power output as well as battery life. Unlike standard lead-acid batteries, lithium batteries offer consistent performance throughout the whole battery charge cycle. Similar to how smartphones work, a lithium battery will act the same in your cart whether you have a 100% or a 2% charge. These unique features make adding a lithium battery to your cart something to seriously consider.
Leaf Springs
Worn-out leaf springs are a common problem on older carts. An excellent way to determine if your leaf springs are performing poorly is to see what happens when you add additional weight to your cart. If your cart begins to sag or rub on your tires, that is a good indication that your current leaf springs have lost their rigidity. Adding new leaf springs will eliminate that sag and allow you to add more passengers and cargo without the negative impact on your cart.