Beyond the Course: Creative Ways to Repurpose and Sell Golf Equipment

The resell market offers an innovative way for agencies and organizations to turn surplus or idle golf carts, mowers, and grounds management equipment into revenue. Reselling these assets allows those entities to support sustainability and operational efficiency goals.

Through the strategic remarketing of used equipment on a specialized online marketplace, organizations are able to find new owners for items that might otherwise remain idle. Read on to learn about some interesting surplus problems and how they were solved.

Quality Low-Cost Equipment from Smith Turf & Irrigation

Since partnering with GovDeals, Smith Turf & Irrigation has successfully sold a wide range of golf course and mowing equipment through the platform. Their surplus inventory often includes parks and grounds maintenance and irrigation equipment, making them a trusted source for our buyers seeking quality used assets.

This past summer, they completed a large sale featuring multiple utility and work carts, expanding their reputation for offering high-quality surplus equipment to a wider range of buyers. Smith Turf & Irrigation continues to be a leader in surplus landscape maintenance equipment sales, and their ongoing success highlights how sellers are maximizing returns on specialized surplus assets.

Turning Surplus Equipment into Revenue in Ohio

As a longtime seller on GovDeals, the City of Dayton knows the value of remarketing golf carts and other golf course equipment. After previously liquidating the contents of two city-owned courses following their closure, Dayton continues to leverage the platform offer their surplus assets.

This summer, the city successfully sold numerous golf carts, helping generate much-needed revenue, free up valuable space, and support their ongoing local operations. By consistently taking advantage of GovDeals' broad reach and ease of use, Dayton has positioned itself as a model for other municipalities seeking to turn surplus equipment into tangible benefits. 

Illinois Agency Turns Surplus into Sustainability

When it comes to park and grounds operations, equipment is essential, but it’s also expensive. Schaumburg Park District, which is responsible for maintaining public spaces, has discovered a smart way to manage costs and reduce waste: selling surplus assets at online auction.

Over time, the agency accumulated various park and grounds maintenance items, including industrial mowers and other landscaping equipment. Rather than letting these items sit idle or end up in a landfill, they listed them for sale to the public. This approach helps to ensure the equipment continues to serve its purpose in the hands of new owners. By embracing the circular economy, the agency not only earns revenue but also extends the life of valuable equipment, benefiting both the environment and their bottom line.

Honorable Mention – Deluxe Golf Carts in the Sunshine State

Deluxe golf carts aren’t just for the course; they offer endless possibilities and attract plenty of eager buyers ready to drive them off your property. Recently, sellers in Tampa, Florida, proved just how popular these carts can be, moving some truly unique and eye-catching models. Curious what that looks like? Check out the standout carts below and see how creative listings can spark buyer interest!

Each seller’s proactive approach demonstrates how strategic remarketing of golf course equipment can contribute to the city's financial health and operational efficiency, encouraging other government agencies to explore similar opportunities for surplus sales and revenue generation.

Thinking about selling your surplus equipment? GovDeals makes it easy to connect with a nationwide audience of eager buyers. Sign up today and turn unused assets into revenue while helping the environment.