| You are so excited that you have made the decision | | | | Boat Type: |
| to join the world of boat owners. You want to buy | | | | What type of boat are you looking for? Do you plan |
| your very first boat! Are you ready to go to the local | | | | to operate it in salt water? Are you hoping to go |
| marine dealer? Have you been asking questions, doing | | | | fishing, ski, and cruise with your boat? The type of |
| research about the type of boat you are looking for? | | | | boats needs to suit your needs and time. |
| There are some things that a first time boat buyer | | | | Big Is Not Always Best: |
| needs to think about before you make the big buy. | | | | It always is not better to buy the biggest boat your |
| Boating is expensive. Are you going to use it enough | | | | first time. They are harder to handle and look after. For |
| to make it worth all investment and time that goes into | | | | a new boater, it also takes time to learn how to dock. |
| a boat and its upkeep? | | | | Why not buy a small used boat the first time. There is |
| Think about the costs of purchasing the boat, license, | | | | a lot to learn and you won't be so upset when you hit |
| insurance, interest, fuel, oil, trailer, storage, repairs, use of | | | | the dock a few times. |
| a two vehicle, weekend trips, more fishing gear, skis, | | | | Asking Price versus Selling Price: |
| life jackets...Etc. There is a lot more to consider than | | | | When you see a boat that you like, go to another boat |
| buying a car. | | | | dealer to compare prices and value. You can go online |
| There is also the time to consider getting everything | | | | to compare boat prices too. |
| ready before and after each outing in the boat. | | | | That sticker price does not always mean the real |
| Boat Shows: | | | | price. Some times you can bargain and lower the price |
| Going to a Boat Show is a great way to see what | | | | too. (Just as in buying a car) |
| types and styles of boats are out there to choose | | | | Have some fun. Learn to haggle so you can get a |
| from. It is a great place to collect information and to | | | | decent price. |
| see the boats up close. You can learn a lot from the | | | | Buying a new boat is quite the same as buying a new |
| salespeople's own experiences. The salespeople can | | | | car. But there are far more safety rules to follow with |
| help you decide what size of boat you want. They | | | | boating. Take your time, do your research and you will |
| should also be able to offer information about | | | | find the boat that you want. Happy Boating. |
| winterization, repairs, towing etc. | | | | |