FAQs Archive

Q: Can I speak to somebody for advice and valuation before I fill in a form?

Prefer to speak to someone directly? Call Steve for advice or a boat valuation on UK: (+44) 07966 205539 or Ireland: (+353) 89 2541787.

Q: Do you have lots of recent pictures you can send?

We need to see as many fresh pictures of the boat as you can send. This can often give us a good idea whether we would like to make an offer. At the very least it will help us work out what we think the boat is worth.

Q: Why are you looking to sell your boat?

The team are always interested to know why you are looking to sell your boat. Whatever the reason we don’t judge and understand people’s circumstances change. The main reason we are looking out for is if the boat has had problems that need fixing. If you the owner are honest with us about any issues we can consider a deal. But if issues arise during viewing it could be a deal breaker.

Q: Does the boat come with a trailer?

If a boat is the right size to fit on a trailer it always makes it a more attractive deal if it comes with one. Boats with trailers are a good package for people to buy as it means the boat can be easily stored and moved around. When a boat doesn’t have a trailer it is another cost we have to consider against making an offer. It would also mean we would have to arrange a boat lift, trailer hire and lift off the trailer.

Q: Has the boat had any repair work?

We will need to know if the boat has had any repair work. Whether it’s treatment for osmosis on a yacht, damage repairs or a RIB being retubed it’s good to know. This could effect the boat’s value or the chances of reselling.

Q: My engine is newer than the boat, does this affect its value?

Some boat owners will have upgraded or replaced an old engine in a boat. If the boat is getting old but has a newer engine with minimal hours this could tempt us into making an offer. If when we view the boat you can demonstrate the engine running and going in/out of gear that would also help.

Q: Has the boat been out of the water and surveyed recently?

Tell us when the boat was last lifted and whether a recent survey is available. Share the report and details of work completed where possible. We decide what inspection or specialist checks are needed for our proposed purchase. An initial figure remains conditional on those checks; an old survey does not guarantee present condition.