Story by Harris & Ellis / July 12, 2023
Author: Patricia and Grant Bowlby Yacht Brokers Harris & Ellis Yachts
It’s a busy time. Your broker has met with you, and you’ve given them a tour of your boat. You found that one irresistible photo at anchor or underway. Now your broker has published your listing and it looks great. Is there anything more you need to do? The answer is yes.
Selling your boat is like selling your home. First impressions can make or break a sale. When the boat looks dirty and cluttered, it will take longer to sell, so take the time to keep it clean both inside and out. If you’re regularly using your boat, remember to clean it up before you leave. If you aren’t regularly using your boat, you still need to keep the outside washed and the inside clean and uncluttered. Some marinas provide a cleaning service if you can’t do this yourself, or consider hiring a local student.
Remember that job you keep putting off to another time? Now is the time. From replacing burned-out light bulbs to scrubbing the anchor locker, everything you do to make the boat look well maintained will also make it much more appealing to a buyer.
Our brokers will try to notify you of scheduled viewings; however, sometimes we might be in your marina or yacht club with potential buyers and decide to show your boat as an alternative to the boat we have just shown them. We will always accompany prospective buyers on board for the tour. And once the tour is complete, we will tidy up and lock the boat.
You’ll need to leave a key to the boat in an agreed-upon place. If you change the location or remove it, don’t forget to let your broker know.
The equipment inventory you compile for your broker when you first list your boat becomes part of the sales contract. It’s a good idea to review the list throughout the season so that you can tell us if anything has stopped working or is no longer available.
Finally, be sure that your Pleasure Craft License or Document of Registration is current and active. And if you have a loan, lien, or debt on the boat owing to the marina, talk to us before the sale so that we can ensure the debt is paid out prior to the new owner taking possession.
Have more questions about the sales process? Don’t hesitate to give us a call. We’re always happy to chat.
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This Bristol Yachts 56.6 center-cockpit sailboat is a luxurious blue-water cruiser with impressive light air speeds and comfortable heavy weather performance.
She is a sloop with a wide beam, and a moderate draft with the board up.
This boat is equipped with numerous amenities for comfortable cruising.
The build quality is excellent, the interior is warm and cozy, the classic lines are striking. She is a proper yacht in immaculate condition, and she is ready to go sailing.
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The elegant, trailerable Crabber has the classic look of a topsail gaff cutter or a modern Bermuda rig set on a graceful hull with low-profile cabin and large protected cockpit, plus a long keel cut away forward for maneuverability.
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This Nelson/Marek-designed 43 was built by Carroll Marine and is 1 of only 9 built - the only one with a Wheel. She was designed under the IMS Rules of the early 1990`s and these were good-sailing seakindly boats. Major improvements to decks, hull, keel, electronics and sail inventory since 2019. FASTRAK is ready to sail, and ready to win.
Features: Volvo 45hp diesel Saildrive, new BMG electronics suite, new sails, fresh water since new
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This classic 1972 Tartan 46 is a seasoned racer/cruiser sailboat. In its first life, it sailed the Great Lakes until 2004 when it was outfitted for a two-year circumnavigation. It came back to freshwater in 2007 and has been gently sailed since then. Features: Perkins 4-108 deisel (1999), Kubota Genny (2003), AquaMarine Watermaker (2003), windlass, electronics (2003)
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This Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser is absolutely loaded with heat and air, genset, windlass, cockpit grill and large engines. If you compare with other pre-owned 3350`s on the market, there is a big difference in the details with this one - starting with the available power. The base power was the 260 hp 5.7Ls with single prop drives, up to the largest package, the 375 Hp 8.1L`s with Duo Prop drives- a $12K upgrade. With the twin 8.1Ls the 3350 is fast, nimble and a blast to drive.
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Designed by Robert Perry, the Saga 35 is a serious long-range, blue water cruiser for the discerning sailor. Offering a muscular sail plan with a performance hull and appendage package, she is nonetheless robustly built with numerous thoughtful features, quality equipment, spacious living and gracious style. She is a highly desirable liveaboard vessel which is meant to go places and get there quickly, comfortably and safely. The current owner has updated her wisely - new epoxy bottom, new main and jib sails, new solar panels and more. She is clean, tidy and will be sure to impress.
Whisper II is a first generation C&C MkI. Built between 1974-1977, the 33 MkI became a popular choice for those looking for a cruiser for a small family, and could still perform in racing. Whisper II has seen many upgrades over the past few years. She is well equipped for those looking to cruise and spend time on the hook, and with her arsenal of sails can still be competitive as a club racer.
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