Used Boats For Sale in North Hampton, NH

Used Boats━A Buying Guide

Whether you’re buying your first boat or planning to add one more to your arsenal, you should look into getting a used boat. There are some big perks of buying pre-owned, and as long as you keep your head about you, you should be able to get a good deal. To help you out with your selection, we at Seacoast Marine Sales & Service have compiled this short guide. Visit us at our location in North Hampton, NH to take a tour of our inventory of used boats for sale. Our expert staff will be happy to help you choose the best model for you. 

Why Buy Pre-owned?

There are many different reasons why people choose to buy used boats. One of the biggest perks of buying used is the much cheaper price tag. Since vehicles of all kinds depreciate with use, buying a pre-owned boat will be significantly cheaper than buying the same model new. 

This isn’t only a money-saving venture, it’s also a good idea we recommend to those who haven’t yet figured out what they’d like to do out on the water. Instead of splurging on a fancy new boat with features that ultimately don’t suit your needs, get a used boat and figure out what your needs are before you make a big investment. 

Even when you do your research and believe you know which features you’d really like, the only way to be certain of this is when you actually hit the water. The more boating or fishing or water sports experience you gain, the better you’ll know what you really need from a boat. Most owners don’t get what’s useful and what isn’t on their first try. Since we don’t like hanging on to vehicles we don’t use, buying pre-owned can help you pay it off faster so you can upgrade sooner.

We also recommend new boaters check our used boats for sale so they don’t end up making costly mistakes on a new craft. Sure, being careful and alert will keep you safe on the water and help you avoid catastrophes, you can still end up dinging and scratching your boat when you’re a rookie. This will be less of a financial disaster if your craft already has a few scuff marks and the repairs may not be as expensive.
 

Things to Consider

Buying pre-owned anything can feel like a gamble if you don’t know what you’re doing, so take the time to learn more about boats before you hit a dealership. This will help you avoid getting a lemon. Make a list of priorities, and then look for models that can meet your needs. Then do some research on those models to see if there are any features or performance snags. 

Start with a broad search for reviews from previous owners of that model year. This will let you know if there are any recurring issues with the larger group. Also ask for a history report, which will give you more information about the particular pre-owned boat you’re looking at. All reputable dealers keep the right papers.  

Speaking of which, dealerships are generally a safer bet when buying pre-owned rather than individual sellers. Dealers know they have to build a good reputation and build relationships with their clients. That’s why they avoid selling lemons. A private seller usually doesn’t have to worry about that and you don’t usually have to provide credentials or paperwork when selling privately. 

We hope this guide helps you find the boat of your dreams! If you want to check out some reliable boats for sale, visit Seacoast Marine Sales & Services in North Hampton, NH. We have a wide selection of pre-owned boats for sale, and our helpful staff will happily address all your questions and concerns.