Buying a boat is an enjoyable process. There’s a lot to consider before making a purchase. Below is some useful information to help you with your purchase.
Private vs Broker Boats
Buying a boat from a broker has several advantages, these include;
· Greater variety of boats to choose from
· Availability of new boats to purchase
· Generally, better condition boats
· Experience of salespeople to help you decide which boat is right for you
· Added features such as warranties, trailers and safety equipment
Generally, buying a boat from a broker is the smarter option, and its how most boats are sold in Australia. That is not to say that a private sale is to be avoided. Quite often certain boats are only available privately.
Things to keep in mind when purchasing your next boat.
Consider the following things when purchasing a boat;
· Where you will keep the boat, either on the land or in a pen.
· What purpose you will be using the boat for. Different purposes call for different types of boats, for example a boat suitable for waterskiing will be different from a deep sea fishing vessel. Hull material and shape will also play a part in the purpose, with some materials more suitable for different purposes.
· What type of engines would you like, or perhaps it is a sailing boat that you are purchasing.
· How much you want to borrow, and how much deposit you have. Consideration would also include how much you could comfortably manage as a monthly repayment.
· Whether you would like to purchase a new or a used boat.
· The maximum number of passengers your boat will be able to carry.
· Whether you want to have berths for sleeping on the boat, or whether your boat will be purely for day use.
· How long you plan to keep your boat for, and whether you are trading in an existing boat.
Have you got your RST (Recreational Skippers Ticket)? More information about the regulatory requirements on boating in Western Australia can be found at http://www.dpi.wa.gov.au/imarine/
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