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Boat selling advice
Internet is a great tool
Unlike printed mediums, such as classified ads where your boat appears as a two-line teaser, your listings can be as complete as possible, with all the details you can think of thrown in, and phone numbers and email where you can be easily contacted.
Effective listings
When creating your listing, complete as much of the standard form as possible, especially information involving the engines.
For the description/condition and additional features, do a complete walkthrough of the boat and list the standard equipment and features area by area.
Don't forget electronics, upgrades and information about the condition of the boat!
We recommend multiple photos to enhance your description.
Take pictures of the engine, cockpit, staterooms, bow, stern, or anything else that enhances your description and helps to sell your boat.
When pricing your boat, view comparable boat listings to determine a fair asking price.
Keep in mind that in certain areas of the country season also plays a factor, and that a boat may be worth less at the end of one boating season that the beginning of the next.
The selling process
Listing your boat is only the beginning of the selling process.
Respond to inquiries as quickly as possible. Your buyers are accustomed to the quick response they receive from professionals, and you will be competing with them.
You may be asked for additional photos of specific areas of your boat, or additional information about the condition. If you find that you have missed something in your description or are regularly asked for a photo of a specific feature, you are always welcome to return to boatsdepot.org and modify your listing free of charge.
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