Tips on selling your Boat

When selling your boat you should remember that appearances count a lot. A clean and well maintained boat will sell sooner and for a better price than one that appears rough around the edges.

In an effort to help you sell more quickly and for the best possible price, we offer these ten easy tips:

  1. Detail the exterior bright work.
  2. Wax and buff the hull.
  3. Clean the sails and exterior canvas.
  4. Replace frayed sheets and halyards.
  5. Remove all personal gear.
  6. Remove all equipment that does not stay once the boat sells.
  7. Clean the interior, including lockers, bilges, oven and ice box.
  8. Replace worn out cushions and carpets.
  9. Compile maintenance and use records.
  10. Operation manuals are a bonus to the next owner.