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Buyer Questions, ask yourself...
This page is for Buyers that are changing their boating style or are new to boating.
How will you use your boat Will you be on a schedule (no wind, bad seas can keep you in port) Trailering on weekends (consider your vehicles capacity) In bays with some weekend cruises (Cabin, deck space, seating, top) In bays with occasional jaunts into the ocean (family cruises / fishing) exclusively ocean trips (steeper, heavier hulls) Extended Cruising (fuel and water requirements, navigation) Power or Sail Sailing relies largely on weather (time restraints, slow under power) Sailing often requires physical work Some are uncomfortable with a healing vessel Very little fuel will be used no sound or smell from engines Power boats require fuel. Power boats are generally more to insure Power boats have more moving parts (maintenance) Generally you can come and go at will Diesel or Gas Diesel motors are more expensive to buy and fuel Diesel motors are more economical Gas is cheaper to buy A diesel has to be used a lot to pay for itself Diesels are more durable One can re-power a gas engine aprox 3 times for every diesel Considerations Buy a boat based on its build quality and condition Don’t be swayed for or against by options present or lacking What do you really need, keeping it simple is always a safe bet Don’t spend you budget on the boat!!!!!! The boat will break. have the money to fix it and enjoy the season. We are here to help, even if it's to talk you out of what you think you want. 508-677-4256
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B.L.M. Yacht Sales Ltd.
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