EDITORS NOTE

It was the year that Star Wars opened in theaters. The year that Apple II computers hit the market, the year we lost Elvis and the same year when Roman Polanski’s life became complicated. It was a late spring afternoon in 1977 and my older brother and I were off to see Star Wars for the first time in a south suburb of Chicago. We were being ferried by our mother and I’ll never forget the car we were in. It was a 1965 Ford Mustang, the first year they were introduced, and who could have envisioned just how wildly successful this model would ultimately become. Our family Mustang was a sparkly royal blue with white vinyl interior and in remarkably good shape for a 12-year-old vehicle. Every time I see an old Mustang it takes me back to my seventies childhood and I can here “Staying Alive” and Queen’s “We Will Rock You” in my head. I say all this to share with you a custom cart submission from one of our Florida readers who completely custom built a 1965 Ford Mustang golf cart… and don’t forget the trailer. I smiled widely when I clicked on the first image link because 65 Mustangs are a small part of who I am. Sean Courterier of Extreme Golf Cart Service in Winter Garden, FL absolutely crushed it when he transformed a 2003

Club Car DS into the iconic 1965 Mustang. “This cart started out as a basic 2003 Club Car DS and was completely converted to a lithium powered Mustang replica cart. Complete with body, paint, custom dash, Bluetooth stereo, and matching tow along trailer. Everything about this build was handmade and every detail was crafted with perfection,” Sean explains. I would have to agree. Some of the aftermarket parts used to complete this build are Modz wheels, Allied lithium batteries, Doubletake dash and seat kit to name a few. Sean says, “I’ve been in the golf cart business for 15 years combined, I’m factory trained by all 3 major manufacturers, EZGO, Club Car, and Yamaha. I specialize in unique, one of a kind custom golf cart builds and built to order carts. Right now I run my company on my own but I plan to expand very soon as I’ve become a huge name in Winter Garden, FL.” Well Sean, if you continue to create carts like this, your name will be huge in more places than just Winter Garden. Thanks for sharing your cart with our readers. -Trevor Rose

GOLF CARTING // Issue 26 // July 2022

Publisher: GC Media Group, LLC Senior Editor: Trevor Rose - trevor@golfcarting.com Creative Director: Troy Merrifield - troy@golfcarting.com Graphic Designer: Tanner Merrifield Production Director: Christian Amico - chris@golfcarting.com Staff Writer: Kelly Madden Staff Writer: Josh Delsota Staff Writer / Social Media: Tony Benjamin

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WARNING: Certain action photographs depicted in this magazine are potentially dangerous. The drivers and vehicle occupants seen in our photos are experienced professionals. Do not attempt to duplicate any stunts. Wear a helmet and safety restraints while operating a Golf Cart, and never drive beyond your capabilities. Do not drink and drive while operating a Golf Cart. We also encourage you to “Tread Lightly” while respecting the outdoors and other outdoor enthusiasts. Use your head and enjoy the ride! ©2022 GC Media Group, LLC

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