Selling a boat can help you free up money for other investments or even upgrade to a larger, more luxurious model. Before listing, take the time to prepare your boat and make sure everything is in order for a potential sale. If you’re getting ready to sell a boat, get the most out of your investment and ensure the process goes as smoothly with these tips.

What Should I Do Before Selling a Boat?

1. Clean The Interior & Exterior

Cleaning is an easy and inexpensive way to make your boat more appealing to potential buyers. A boat listing that is showing pictures of mildew, stains, and clutter is a turnoff. Interested parties who come by to view the boat may assume it's in poor condition and offer a lower price or walk away from the sale. Remove extra belongings and scrub the interior and exterior hull to improve its potential.

2. Make Necessary Repairs

Buyers will take into account a boat’s physical damage and any mechanical issues when extending an offer. Fix minor issues like loose handrails, tears in seat upholstery, and broken lights prior to listing your boat for sale. Give the engine a tune-up, also.

These easy repairs reassure the buyer that they won’t need to spend time or effort fixing the boat themselves.

3. Get Records in Order

When selling a boat, locate the title and any other relevant paperwork needed to complete a sale. An interested buyer might ask about the boat’s service history. Have records and receipts from any repairs readily available. Knowing your vessel was well cared for will give a buyer peace of mind.

If you’re trying to sell a boat, World Class Yacht Sales, Inc. can help. Based in New Port Richey, FL, this boat broker represents sellers throughout the state and the country. With more than 20 years of experience, their team specializes in marketing used boats for optimum value. This licensed and insured company has helped sellers bring in more than $100 million in sales. Request a free market analysis online or call (727) 945-7500.