5 things you MUST let your dealer know when buying a boat

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If you are buying a boat - these are the 5 things you MUST let the salesman know even if he doesn't ask!
Follow these tips when buying a boat to help you get the right boat and the right deal.
Buying a boat is a 2 way interaction between you and the salesman, and we all tend to be quite cautious with what we tell sales staff. It probably comes down to a fear that we do not want to give too much away when trying to do a deal. However, you can save a lot of time and probably get a better deal if you share this information with your salesman up front.
Also checkout our guide on 9 things I wish I knew when I started boating: • 9 things I wish I knew...
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@RawTopShot
@RawTopShot 2 роки тому
Loved it! No messing about, no flannel, straight facts and brilliantly put together. 😊👍❤️
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thank you Raw 😊
@brettsawyer1527
@brettsawyer1527 3 роки тому
"Southend ain't St Troppers" classic JB!
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 3 роки тому
It’s true though Brett 😂
@andyrbush
@andyrbush 2 роки тому
At the Houston Boat show I was asked what I was going to use the boat for, He asked. "Maybe the Great Loop?" I replied. "Nope I'm mostly going to site on the back and drink beer after floating gently around Galveston Bay". He stepped back in surprise and said. "You are the first honest boat buyer I have met". I ended up with a Carver Santego 380. it was perfect for the task. Note I never drank before cruising, only after we got back. Mind you a lot of drunk boater got into trouble pretty much every weekend.
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Great story - I want to do the great loop (with beer of course!) 😂
@colinturner4158
@colinturner4158 2 роки тому
Very informative video and essential
@ub4079
@ub4079 2 роки тому
Very practical video!!!!!! Thx
@alanmoore2197
@alanmoore2197 2 роки тому
Good & clear!
@user-nf9qg6zc2d
@user-nf9qg6zc2d 7 місяців тому
Brilliant 👍
@TikitikiNacho
@TikitikiNacho 2 роки тому
One minute ice makers are a no no. The next you need one in St Trop 🙃
@darthkek1953
@darthkek1953 2 роки тому
They're a no-no in the UK.
@TikitikiNacho
@TikitikiNacho 2 роки тому
@@darthkek1953 true that
@lajucb
@lajucb 2 роки тому
Agh, you noticed that too. Buy a bag of ice he said! However, I just love these reviews by James. And if I had an S66 in the Med I’d want an ice maker; if I had a V40 in the UK, I’d just buy a bag of ice.
@TikitikiNacho
@TikitikiNacho 2 роки тому
@@lajucb yeah I was too dumb to make the distinction when I was watching the video the first time 😂😂😂 Great point Christian
@MrChickster12
@MrChickster12 2 роки тому
James this is great
@johningham4942
@johningham4942 2 роки тому
I love your intuitive videos James, especially when you include your "bloopers" something that you never see on other dealers blogs! 😂😂
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
I cannot show you all the bloopers 😂
@ade-1772
@ade-1772 2 роки тому
Good video James and yes a good understanding of what boats you can buy for you client
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thanks Ade 😊
@theirishman8356
@theirishman8356 2 роки тому
I already know what I want. The set-up,layout and motor package is in the draft. Just get it...lol. 🛥️🛥️🛥️🇺🇸
@leobrown6875
@leobrown6875 2 роки тому
Love the videos
@richardsedorski1206
@richardsedorski1206 2 роки тому
Love your vids very interesting and informative with a good bit of humor.😎😎😎
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thanks Richard 🙏😊👌
@iamsoldats
@iamsoldats Рік тому
I always have a hard time telling a salesman how much I want to spend. The correct answer is "as little as possible" in order to get what I am looking for. Showing your hand by throwing out a number leaves no room for negotiation... or rather it gives the salesman the upper hand. It is much harder to offer 1.1M for a boat when the dealer already knows that I have 1.25M to spend. I much prefer to start out with what I am looking for, then work backwards to a price. Moreover, I have also found that knowledgeable salesmen can often surprise you with something that you never thought of. I don't want to take that 900k option that I never considered despite it being exactly what I am looking for off the table because the dealer already knows that I have much more to spend.
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk Рік тому
I think you have to give salesman more credit. It’s your money and you spend whatever amount you want. In the boat business we sell boats from £5k to £5m so we need to know how much you would like to spend - it’s not a trick question 😂
@chrish2996
@chrish2996 2 роки тому
A fantastic boat buyers info to help the broker find the ideal yacht. Great video thanks 😊
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thanks Chris 😊
@jacktyler7599
@jacktyler7599 7 місяців тому
Such helpful advice. I'm posting in hopes a fresh comment will resurface it in the YT algorithm. Yes, there's a certain logic NOT to reveal one's budget as given by iamsoldats (below). But a) if you can't trust him/her with that info, maybe switch brokers. And b) make your budget work FOR you. E.g.: "I'm in the 100K-130K range but want choices at both ends. And Mr. salesman, the higher priced choices will need to earn the higher end of my budget." 😁
@johnwalsh1211
@johnwalsh1211 6 місяців тому
Love your channel
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 6 місяців тому
🙏
@peterlewis8672
@peterlewis8672 3 роки тому
Best one yet!
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 3 роки тому
We do love making these. Thank you 🙏
@darrenphillips6456
@darrenphillips6456 2 роки тому
I think spectacular is an appropriate description!!
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thanks Darren. The bill was spectacular too 😂
@martinluke9470
@martinluke9470 18 днів тому
Surely the length/size of the boat is a pretty good indicator of how much they will spend? ie # meres or 30 metres, then you can tell them what the price ranges are. Most people are shy about being shafted, which is why they don't want to say how much they have to spend maybe.
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 18 днів тому
Yes I see your point
@Jeff-kw8jj
@Jeff-kw8jj 2 роки тому
In Seattle..we buy the boat for the slip...THEN get the real boat we want!!
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Not in Essex , UK 😂
@philself1833
@philself1833 2 роки тому
How about (thinking more for the UK here), “And I need a mooring on the South Coast please” ......... Can you magic those up as well ?
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Yes - it’s who you know 😉
@markastbury1890
@markastbury1890 11 місяців тому
We know All the answers except the last but ..2 years tops but ..I ain't telling everyone else so How do I tell ya mush ? 😁👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
@garybeaumont543
@garybeaumont543 2 роки тому
When looking at a boat to buy would you be able to advise on courses required for the boat as a beginner
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
ICC from RYA is what I have 😜
@cookiemonster2299
@cookiemonster2299 3 роки тому
Informative and funny 👍 I'll make it real simple for you when my numbers come up, I want that one, it's a Princess, starts with S and ends in 78 😆🙂, cool vid 👍🇬🇧
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 3 роки тому
Thanks Steve. Remember you don’t need to win the lottery to buy a boat from us. We can get you on the water from about £5k to £10k - click boats.co.uk 😊
@StevenTheGeek
@StevenTheGeek 2 роки тому
@@Boatscouk I wish you could but my wife is too fussy lol
@peterholtei7018
@peterholtei7018 Рік тому
Ok, here comes the ultimate challenge: I have 3 Kidz, aged 13, 14 and 17. i wanna buy a boat for next season, maybe at the late end of this season to go for cruising, sleeping on it but dont know if I should go for the Netherlands of for e.g. Croatia (or even somewhere else). Im willing to spend 150k€. I want something secure, nautical well equiped, modern technology. Any hints what I should look for? Currently, my suggestion would be a Galeon 390 Fly, made in 2007 or even later with 2 Volvo D6. Whats your guess?
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk Рік тому
Yes the Galeon is ideal for all your wishes
@peterholtei7018
@peterholtei7018 Рік тому
@@Boatscouk problem is: you dont get a feasible one for 150k 😢😢😢
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk Рік тому
@@peterholtei7018 I was thinking that 😂
@Falney
@Falney 2 роки тому
OK. Let's give it a try. I've got £2m including the first year's costs of ownership. Looking to buy a live aboard. I am solo but I need space for a dedicated office. In the first year I intend to stay in the south of England while I learn and familiarise my self with a sea faring vessel, but then I want to start going around the world. Oh and no sails. What would you suggest. I plan on buying in about 8-12 months.
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
I would buy a Fleming 😊
@masaiwhite5933
@masaiwhite5933 2 роки тому
surprised with that answer...pleasantly....i would 2nd that.
@studebaker4217
@studebaker4217 2 роки тому
You missed the most important question: How much money, time and effort do you want to spend on MAINTENANCE EVERY YEAR?
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Good point studebaker but it is - what it is and if you dwell too much on costs - you might not enjoy it as much as you should . As you know a good boating day can be priceless 😊
@frazzzz1066
@frazzzz1066 Рік тому
right James ive got 3 girlfriends a wife and theres 6 kids i need a quick getaway from the pontoon if i see any of them approaching without prior warning and i dont care how much it costs as itll be cheaper than divorce ?
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk Рік тому
😆😂
@ShieldsOnTour
@ShieldsOnTour 2 роки тому
Great list - will you be my broker when I change boat next year? :)
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Yes of course ! Email sales@boats.co.uk 😊
@matttheswede
@matttheswede 2 роки тому
Wish i had the money for one. If i did, i would come and see you
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Thank you . Open 7 days a week.
@eyesofisabelofficial
@eyesofisabelofficial 2 роки тому
Number six : My inside leg measurement is 29 inches....does that help ?
@theirishman8356
@theirishman8356 2 роки тому
Your short dude. 🤔🤔🤔🇺🇸
@propertydevelopmentlive1223
@propertydevelopmentlive1223 2 роки тому
James. I know the answer to your 5 question. Please get in touch !
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
Sales@boats.co.uk 👍🏻😊
@Godofthemoon1
@Godofthemoon1 2 роки тому
People are brain dead these days.
@pauljoseph3182
@pauljoseph3182 3 роки тому
What a load of Bollocks
@Davidm1056
@Davidm1056 2 роки тому
The lying on the beds is really stupid and extremely unprofessional. ☹️
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk 2 роки тому
I was tired 😪
@Superdada
@Superdada 2 роки тому
Actually I thought it was awesome and made me want @boats.co.Uk to be my boat dealer.
@logicreversed18t
@logicreversed18t 2 роки тому
But you were okay with him sitting on the toilet? Okay. No judgments. You like what you like. Way to own it.
@TrueFilter
@TrueFilter Рік тому
How do I buy a boat say for 180k? Do I hire a sales broker to look around uk and to negotiate price?
@Boatscouk
@Boatscouk Рік тому
Yes we can help with that 😎 email us sales@boats.co.uk
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