Buying a boat is usually an emotional decision. Sailing with all its facets offers so many wonderful moments, so many unforgettable experiences and so much potential for relaxation as hardly any other hobby. More and more people seem to have recognised this in the recent past and have bought a sailing boat, very often as a second-hand boat, as this is still one of the cheapest ways to get started. However, a second-hand boat also harbours a higher potential for frustration than a new boat purchase.

To minimise this, we provide important tips and assistance for buying a used boat in this special.

It is not easy to decide which boat best suits your requirements. It is therefore advisable to Set criteriasuch as the area to be sailed in, the comfort level or the speed. But even defining these criteria can be difficult. In the following articles we offer support in Classification and definition the personal Needs and Wishes.

Once you have decided on a Boat size and is based on the Art, like you want to sail, how much space and how much comfort the used boat should offer, the next important decision is made. Which second-hand boat should concrete be? In the following overviews we present Good used boats in the various length segments.

If a Resale If you are planning to buy a second-hand boat after some time or you are not quite sure whether you want to sail permanently, it is a good idea to buy a more popular second-hand boat. This increases the chance of a quick resale.

And where can you find the Dreamboat? There are many different ways, from Notice board in the association via Display in magazines such as YACHT through to Brokers. These are the classic routes. However, the vast majority of used boat purchases today are made via Internet instead. This article explains how to find your way through the jungle of offers:

The first and most important tip is to find a suitable advert, no matter where: Never buy unseenpreferably only after a Test drive. This is the only way to recognise obvious and even more so hidden Defects discover. Whether you can do this tour on your own or whether it is better to hire a Appraiser should be consulted and what Purchase contract These articles explain what to look out for:

Which Equipment is on board, which is not? Does every fitting, every electronic system, every unit really work? Which Papers are required, which Insurances? In the following articles you will find the answers to all these questions as well as extensive Checklists.

You are on the other side and want their old ship Sellbecause you may already have a new one in prospect? Here, too, there are a few things to consider so as not to stray too far from the Desired sum and sell the boat in a short space of time. How does the perfect advert out? On which Platforms should my used boat advert be displayed? How is my boat in the best light and where is the best place for the sale? In the selection of used boats you must stand out - we show you how!

We hope you enjoy reading and browsing and that this used boat special helps you to have an unforgettable first trip with your new purchase.