Every rental season on Anna Maria Island, someone asks why the golf carts at Fun and More Rentals do not have a lift kit. They ask about raised suspensions, aftermarket stereos, and high-speed tuning.
Our answer reflects how this company operates: street-legal golf cart safety on Anna Maria Island is not a feature. It is the foundation.
The philosophy behind every cart in the fleet has stayed the same for two decades. Keep it low, slow, and simple. That is not a marketing line. It is a deliberate decision that shapes every piece of equipment delivered to a rental home.
Duane is the owner of Fun And More Rentals, the largest vacation equipment rental company on Anna Maria Island. With nearly 20 years in business, Duane started with just two bicycles and built a fleet that now serves thousands of families each year. Fun And More Rentals is known for its free delivery and pickup service, Best Price Guarantee, and a focus on making island vacations effortless from arrival to departure.
Lifted Carts Stay Off the Fleet for Good Reason
Lifted golf carts look like fun. In practice, Fun and More Rentals prioritizes stability, comfort, and predictable handling for families visiting the island.
Raise the suspension on a vehicle with no doors, no roof structure, and a narrow wheelbase, and you produce something top-heavy. On a seven-mile island where families load kids, grandparents, and beach gear into a cart they have never driven before, that tradeoff is not acceptable. The physics are simple: more height means less stability, and less stability means more attention required from the driver.
Every cart at Fun and More stays at standard height. The same tire size runs across every vehicle. Speed is governed to stay comfortable and predictable on 25-mile-per-hour island roads.
Florida Statute 316.2122 establishes the legal framework for these carts. It is possible to tune a golf cart to reach 35 miles per hour. This fleet is not tuned that way. The goal is a smooth, relaxed ride that feels comfortable for the entire family.
Skipping the Extras Keeps Every Rental Uneventful
The same thinking that keeps carts low keeps them simple in other ways.
Fun and More does not install built-in stereo systems. The reason is practical. A Bluetooth speaker packed in a beach bag works perfectly and never generates a service call at 11 in the morning.
Every added feature is also a new failure point: crackling speakers, dead inputs, and connectivity glitches on the first full day of a vacation. Keeping the carts clean and simple means they work every time, for every family, without interruptions.
The goal is an uneventful rental. Uneventful is the best possible outcome.
The Safety Briefing Happens Every Single Time
When a cart is delivered, the handoff is face-to-face. We do this every time.
Our team won’t leave keys at the door with a link to a tutorial video. We’ll take the time to walk through the basics in person. Most renters feel like they already have this covered. They have driven cars for decades. But a golf cart carries no airbags, no antilock brakes, and no crumple zones. It stops, but not like a car. Pulling into traffic requires more patience than most people expect.
These are small things that matter more when a full family is on board. That conversation happens before anyone leaves the driveway. It is not about compliance. It is about making sure families feel comfortable and prepared before heading out onto the island.
The team at Fun and More has run the same handoff, cart standards, and safety conversation for two decades. That consistency is what keeps families safe and what keeps them coming back year after year.
Two Decades of Doing It the Same Way on Anna Maria Island
The trust that builds over a 20-year run does not come from adding features. It comes from never cutting corners on the things that matter.
Fun and More has spent two decades doing this the same way because consistency in this business is not a selling point. It is the product.
“I can buy lifted golf carts any day of the week. I choose not to. Our business model is all about safety and convenience. We go low, and we go slow. I don’t want my golf carts going fast. Fast is dangerous. And a lifted golf cart is top-heavy, and they can roll. I have the same size tires on all my golf carts. They do not go more than 25, but I try to set them at 21 to 23.” – Duane Gartman, Owner, Fun And More Rentals
Finding the Right Cart Size for Your Group
Fun and More offers four-passenger, six-passenger, and eight-passenger carts in both gas and electric versions.
Gas carts run longer between fills and work well at properties where electric charging is limited. Electric carts run quieter and suit renters who prefer to avoid emissions.
For a deeper comparison of the two options, read our post on gas and electric golf carts. Both versions follow the same design standards: low, stable, governed to a safe speed, and maintained to work reliably.
We don’t offer a premium tier or performance upgrades. It’s just a cart that works, a briefing that makes sure the driver knows what they are doing, and a team available all day if anything comes up.
FAQs About Safe Golf Cart Rentals on Anna Maria Island
Why won’t Fun and More Rentals put lifted golf carts in the fleet?
Lifted carts raise the center of gravity on a vehicle with a narrow wheelbase. That combination increases rollover risk, especially during quick stops or sharp turns. On a family vacation where drivers may have no prior golf cart experience, a standard-height, stable cart is the best fit for comfort and predictability.
How fast do the golf carts at Fun and More go?
The carts are governed to stay within the 25-mile-per-hour speed limit on Anna Maria Island roads. Most are set between 21 and 23 miles per hour. Fun and More Rentals focuses on maintaining a smooth, comfortable speed that works well for families exploring the island.
Do I need experience driving a golf cart before I rent?
No prior experience is required. Every delivery includes a face-to-face safety briefing that covers how to start the cart, how the brakes work, blinker and seat belt use, and how to enter traffic safely. The briefing takes a few minutes and happens before anyone drives.
What is the difference between a gas cart and an electric cart on Anna Maria Island?
Gas carts travel longer distances between refuels and work well at properties without dedicated charging access. Electric carts run more quietly and produce no emissions. Both follow the same safety and design standards. The right choice usually comes down to property setup and how much ground you plan to cover each day.
Can children ride in a golf cart on Anna Maria Island?
Yes, with the right equipment. Florida child safety seat laws apply to golf carts the same way they apply to passenger vehicles. Children under 6 years old require a car seat. Fun and More Rentals includes one free car seat per cart with every qualifying rental. For a full breakdown, check out our post covering golf cart safety with children.
Are the golf carts street-legal on Anna Maria Island?
Yes. Every cart in the Fun and More Rentals fleet meets the requirements for low-speed vehicles under Florida law and is street-legal on Anna Maria Island roads. Drivers must be 25 or older, have a valid license, and have active auto insurance.
Keep It Safe, Keep It Easy, Enjoy the Slower Pace
We’ve been here for over two decades, following the same philosophy every season. Low carts, governed speeds, simple equipment, and a face-to-face handoff before every rental.
Reserve your street-legal golf cart with Fun And More Rentals before your Anna Maria Island trip. We’ll make sure your equipment is ready so you can enjoy the island from the moment you pull in.
