Buying Your Dream Boat: A Foolproof Guide for Purchasing a Boat Without Regrets

Want a foolproof way to never regret a boat purchase? Follow the steps below in our guide for purchasing a boat for sale with confidence!

Narrow Down Your Search on Boats for Sale

There are so many boats for sale that it can be overwhelming if you start looking for a boat without narrowing down your search first. A few questions you’ll want to consider before checking out boats for sale are:

• What do you plan on using your boat for?
• What’s your budget?
• Would you like to look at new or used boats for sale?
• What type of boat are you most interested in?
• Do you have a brand of boat you already know you like?

Start Looking at Boats for Sale

Once you have a general idea of which boats you are interested in, tour the boats that fit your parameters! You don’t have to have a specific boat in mind. Rather, head to Gage Marine and list out the key points of what you are looking for. From there, one of our sales associates will take you to look at their selection of boats that fit your specifications. As you look around, let your sales associate know what you are thinking. Knowing the likes and dislikes you have regarding a boat for sale can help them choose which boat to look at next.

Inspect A Few Boats for Sale A Bit Closer

Do you think you found a few boats that might be the one? If you did, circle back around and take a closer look! Go back to the boat and ask your Gage Marine sales associate as many questions as you need, inspect the boat’s condition, test the systems, check maintenance records (for used boats), and ask about warranties.

Close The Deal!

Now you’ve found your dream boat for sale, it’s time to take it off the market! Gage Marine can work with you on boat financing and assist you in getting pre-approved for a loan. Gage Marine also assists you with registering your new boat and setting you up with insurance lenders. Before you leave, make sure you set up a maintenance plan for your boat at Gage Marine too! This will keep your boat running in tip-top condition for years to come.