Buying a used boat can be difficult. Deciphering the listing specs is often confusing as to the actual condition and operational rating of the yacht; most selling yacht brokers would prefer to not tell you the particular flaws of a yacht. The motive for this? Many boat sellers take a dim view of their broker indicating anything negative with reference to their boat; the listing is thought to catch the attention of a buyer, not dishearten them.
However we feel a bit in a different way. We had rather you know what you are going to have a look at up front; in the end, you will discover the issues upon examination anyway. But when we disclose problems initially, we can validate the selling price of the vessel.

Our rating guide has been created to give you a synopsis of the vessel's overall state as it concerns what you may be required to do to prepare her for cruising. Each vessel is ranked based mostly on the stated condition, existing machinery and/or the selling broker's individual review of yacht. The ranking manual is not to be confused with a ranking given by a marine surveyor to determine worth.

BRISTOL CONDITION - is provided to a boat that is kept in a britsol or mint shape, with numerous extras, the boat is better than brand new. All electronics and apparatus are new, hull and interior are blemish free. All equipment has been constantly updated. Everything functions. Nothing needs to be done or added for immediate utilization. Turn key! This type of boat is uncommon.

ABOVE AVERAGE - is provided to a boat that
received better than average attention and is outfitted with up to date electronics and machinery; numerous extras are at hand. Printed repair logs illustrate constant improvements and servicing by her owner. Everything works. Vessel has no mechanical or architectural problems and very few if any surface issues. Interior and exterior surfaces sparkle and canvas is in great condition. Engine room is incredibly unsoiled and neat. This boat is turn key, ready to take cruising.

AVERAGE - is provided to a boat that been given regular kind of treatment. Her electronics and equipment are out-of-date but will function. Most of equipment is original and vessel shows typical wear and tear. Canvas is usable but might call for changing soon. Inside and exterior areas may require maintenance to recondition their shimmer. The boat will need some slight service, washing and polishing before it is all set to travel.

FAIR - is provided to a vessel that needs some major attention to make her ready her for use. Various equipment might not operate. The boat needs a lot of upgrades as in electronics, canvas, bottom work, interior wood and fiberglass repairs. She will most likely require significant yard work to allow care free cruising.

POOR - is given to a yacht that is regarded as a "project boat". There is an adequate amount of the framework and equipment left to refurbish her to functional condition.