UTV Buying Guide
If you’re in search of a vehicle that has great off-roading capabilities and is more compact than your standard car or truck, you’re probably after a powersports vehicle. Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) are one such type of vehicle, with enough similarities to a typical car to make it very easy to operate and use. UTVs are excellent for both recreational and professional off-road riding in muddy conditions or on hard-packed dirt trails and roads or on sand or gravel roads or even turf, where a car would struggle. Here are some things to consider when shopping for the perfect UTV.
How Will You Use It?
Think about the ways you want to use your UTV. Are you interested in primarily recreational off-road riding, such as going to nature trails or mudding areas with family and friends? Then you’ll want a lighter and more sport-oriented model that can seat everyone you want to take along for the ride. A more agile UTV is best for recreational riding purposes since riding trails can have a lot of curves and twists.
If you’re more interested in getting a vehicle you can use for work purposes, then you’ll want to investigate utility-focused UTVs, which tend to be heavier and sturdier to allow them to carry high cargo loads and trailers. These UTVs can also help you to transport your work crew and their tools and equipment around a messy worksite, or get yourself around your property if you own a farm or ranch.
What’s Your Budget?
Your next order of business is to consider how much you can afford to spend on your UTV. If you’re using financing options, then you’ll want to save up a down payment and ensure that you can afford monthly payments. If you want to save money, you can check out used options. Don’t forget to consider the insurance, aftermarket accessories, riding gear, and other needs outside of the sticker price of the UTV itself. A typical UTV will cost anywhere between $10,000 and $20,000.
Consider Your Comfort
Your UTV may be designed for outdoors excursions, but that doesn’t mean you have to be completely uncomfortable while riding in it. If you want more security, you can invest in a model that has half-doors to help keep everyone inside. Models that have padded seats or molded bucket seats will be more comfortable for long periods of riding. A roof or canopy on your UTV is great for shelter from rain and sun.
Ready to buy? Visit our dealership in Shiner, TX, to check out our fine selection of new and used UTVs for sale. Boehm Tractor Sales proudly serves the cities of Seguin and Austin, TX.