Golf Carts On Sale in South Carolina

Shopping for golf carts on sale in South Carolina? From coastal and island communities to Lowcountry and Upstate neighborhoods, we ship new and used golf carts — including street-legal Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) — to buyers across South Carolina. Browse the carts below, read our guide to South Carolina's golf cart and LSV laws, then call 1-888-460-6988 for a delivered price and financing.

South Carolina Golf Cart & LSV Laws: What's Street Legal

South Carolina is one of the more golf-cart-friendly states, but it treats permitted golf carts and Low-Speed Vehicles differently. To operate a golf cart on public roads, the owner obtains a permit decal and registration certificate from the SCDMV, providing proof of ownership, proof of liability insurance, and a small fee. The driver must be at least 16 and hold a valid driver's license, and passengers under 12 must wear a fastened safety belt.

Without a local ordinance allowing more, a permitted golf cart may generally be operated during daylight hours only, on secondary roads posted 35 mph or less, within a limited radius of the registered address (or a gated community's access point), and to cross certain higher-speed roads at intersections. Nighttime operation is allowed only where a city or county ordinance permits it and the cart has working lights. A Low-Speed Vehicle is a different category — a four-wheeled vehicle with a top speed of about 20–25 mph that meets federal safety standards, carries a 17-digit VIN, and is titled, registered, insured, and plated like a passenger vehicle, without the golf cart's distance and daylight limits.

Local rules can vary and change over time, so always confirm the current requirements with the South Carolina DMV (SCDMV) and your local government before driving on public roads. This page is general information, not legal advice.

Permits, Registration & LSVs in South Carolina

For a golf cart, you complete the SCDMV's golf cart permit registration form and provide proof of ownership and liability insurance to receive a permit decal to display when operating on public roads. For a true street-legal LSV, you title and register the vehicle through the SCDMV like a passenger car, using the manufacturer's documentation and a 17-digit VIN, and it receives standard license plates and must carry insurance. Required LSV equipment typically includes headlamps, tail and stop lamps, turn signals, reflectors, mirrors, a windshield, seat belts, and a parking brake.

Because an LSV's VIN and federal certification come from the factory, a standard golf cart can't be homemade or retrofitted into a registerable LSV. Many of our street-legal models ship LSV-ready; call and we'll confirm which carts are set up to qualify for South Carolina registration or for a golf cart permit.

Golf Carts on South Carolina's Coast & Islands

South Carolina's beaches, barrier islands, and coastal towns are classic golf cart country, and carts are also a common sight in gated communities, retirement neighborhoods, and lake areas across the state. Since local ordinances shape where and when you can drive — especially at night — it's always smart to confirm the specific rules with your city, town, or community.

Whether you want a two-seater for the neighborhood, a lifted cart for the beach, or a six-passenger LSV for the whole family, we can help you match a cart to how and where you'll drive it in South Carolina.

Brands & Models We Ship to South Carolina

We carry the brands buyers ask for: Club Car, EZGO, Yamaha, Denago, Evolution, and more — new and used, electric and gas, from two to six passengers, in standard, lifted utility, and street-legal LSV configurations.

Prices start under $4,000 for reconditioned used carts and run up to premium lithium models. Use the feed above to see what's in stock, then call to confirm the exact configuration you want.

Shipping to South Carolina & Financing

We don't have a storefront in South Carolina, but we deliver golf carts to buyers across the state. Once you choose a cart, our team arranges shipping and gives you a delivered price and a realistic delivery timeline before you commit.

Financing is available with flexible terms for qualified buyers. Call 1-888-460-6988 to confirm availability, get a delivered price to your South Carolina address, and start a financing application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are golf carts street legal in South Carolina?

Yes, with a permit. To drive a golf cart on public roads in South Carolina you obtain a permit decal and registration from the SCDMV, carry insurance, and generally stay on roads posted 35 mph or less during daylight within a limited distance of your registered address, unless a local ordinance allows more. A street-legal LSV is registered separately like a car. Always confirm current rules with the SCDMV and your local government.

How do I get a golf cart permit in South Carolina?

You complete the SCDMV's golf cart permit registration form and provide proof of ownership, proof of liability insurance, and the required fee to receive a permit decal to display on the cart. The driver must be at least 16 with a valid license. For a true street-legal LSV, you title and register the vehicle like a passenger car — call us and we'll confirm which of our carts qualify.

Do you deliver golf carts to South Carolina?

Yes. We ship new and used golf carts to buyers across South Carolina. Call 1-888-460-6988 for a delivered price, timeline, and financing options.

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