What is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Boat?

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  • čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
  • It seems natural to ask what the best time of year to buy a boat is. Most people used to buy boats in the spring. Smart buyers look at all the different seasons for opportunities and there are pros and cons to each season. In this video we cover:
    1. Buying a boat in the Boat Show Season. 1:26
    2. Buying a boat in the Early Spring Season. 2:14
    3. Buying a boat in the Main Boating Season. 2:56
    4. Buying a boat in the Late Boating Season/Early Fall. 3:32
    5. Buying a boat in the Late Fall/Early Winter. 4:37
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Komentáře • 58

  • @SeanHorsfall
    @SeanHorsfall Před 4 lety +4

    Have you experienced buying a boat in the off season? Did you experience any drawbacks?

    • @brittanyainsworth9307
      @brittanyainsworth9307 Před 4 lety +1

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    • @mikestanley4457
      @mikestanley4457 Před 3 lety +1

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    • @mikestanley4457
      @mikestanley4457 Před 3 lety

      What’s the cost?

    • @britishsouth
      @britishsouth Před 3 lety +1

      I purchased an outboard going into the Thanksgiving holiday (US). I bought the outboard 10% under MSRP and a 3 year warranty extension.

    • @SeanHorsfall
      @SeanHorsfall Před 3 lety

      @@britishsouth that’s great!

  • @barrybebenek8691
    @barrybebenek8691 Před 3 lety

    As a subscriber, I just keep getting more and more great info from you guys! I almost feel I need to one day, make the trek from Toronto to Portland to trade in our bow rider. Fantastic channel. Thank you for this. 🇨🇦👍🏼

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 3 lety +1

      Such a nice thing for you to say Barry! Glad it is helpful :-)

  • @daniellebovits3866
    @daniellebovits3866 Před 3 lety +1

    I have been boating since 2006. Bout my first 185ls stingray ant the show for 21500. Had a blast. Sold it in 2018 for 13000. Bought a 2011 208 stingray with 100 hours for 18500. Had an offer this year for 30000. I say if you buy used and right. Boating won’t cost you much more than fuel amd insurance . I had even better experience with my jet skis.

  • @ronaldsimmons8346
    @ronaldsimmons8346 Před rokem

    Rather amazing that people take purchase advice from the guy selling.

  • @christhropp1772
    @christhropp1772 Před 4 lety +1

    Great info. Thanks.

  • @rds990
    @rds990 Před 3 lety

    Just bought one yesterday !! A new Lund.

  • @chileheadcraig
    @chileheadcraig Před 3 lety

    Bought a used 2018 Boston Whaler 130 a few weeks ago for NADA Book Value, which is a great deal in this market if you ask me!

  • @georgesaraamonette1782
    @georgesaraamonette1782 Před 7 měsíci

    Great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge and insight. Best wishes,

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 6 měsíci

      Our pleasure and same to you George and Sara!

  • @Dom-pf8wd
    @Dom-pf8wd Před 8 měsíci

    Going to a boat dealer tomorrow for the first time in the looking/talking/buying process.I've never bought a new car from a dealer much less a boat and am fearing the worst ie. getting the stereotypical "salesman" routine/treatment and being taken advantage of.I can only hope they are as genuine and level headed as you seem to be.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 8 měsíci

      That is so nice for you to say, thank you!! If you want some more tips before, just shoot me a text at 613-272-2581 and we can connect :)

  • @rooseveltdumornay4954

    Awesome video

  • @mattgauvin7842
    @mattgauvin7842 Před 3 lety +4

    Years back I built a 300 ft wooden boat with berths for my family and plenty of space for a variety of animals. It was a great time to build a boat because it ended up raining for a few years and everything flooded. Guys with little center consoles didn’t fare well.

  • @danaberman6929
    @danaberman6929 Před 9 měsíci

    I have a 2023 Yamaha 195S,, and the wifey wants the 222SD. I reached out to the dealer I bought my boat from and he wanted to give me absolutely no money for the trade. Kinda surprised with only 14 or 15 hours on my boat. Maybe hit up another dealer. The 195S is a great little boat, but as they say, happy wife, happy life.

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 8 měsíci +1

      That is unfortunate. That boat should have only depreciated about 15% at retail in one year (max)

  • @pewterpirate4560
    @pewterpirate4560 Před 2 lety +3

    It's always summer in Florida $$$ 😏

    • @RM-lk1so
      @RM-lk1so Před rokem

      Yep. Was there for 8 years. 89-96

  • @Nick_G7IZR
    @Nick_G7IZR Před 3 lety +4

    Can you do a similar one on the best time of year to buy a used boat - either privately or via dealer? Thanks

  • @RunningThruLife
    @RunningThruLife Před rokem

    Unless your in the sunshine state!

  • @frankgrillo8094
    @frankgrillo8094 Před 2 lety +1

    I buy my boats like i do my vehicles, last day of the month in a snowstorm

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 2 lety

      Lol, hopefully no snowstorms in boating season! 🤣

  • @RM-lk1so
    @RM-lk1so Před rokem

    All this said
    ..ove read alot of the comments. I bought and read a thos book.
    How to buy and sell new and used cars.
    The concept is the same. Know the market. The best way to Buy Anything is from a distressed seller. Have money/cash
    Cash is King.

  • @matthewhatton9471
    @matthewhatton9471 Před 3 lety +1

    Does this apply for new boats

  • @prophetseven728
    @prophetseven728 Před 2 lety

    Is this the same for Used Boats?

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 2 lety

      In general yes. This year (and last) saw all boat values hold pretty firm year round due to the low supply. It may take another year or so to get back to “normal “

  • @kidiraq8381
    @kidiraq8381 Před 4 lety +2

    Well that stinks, I already broke #2. They actually told me to sell it myself to get more. Also, price difference right now between a 2020 and a 2019, same boat, same electronics and TM, on their lot I’m looking at statewide, is at least 6k. Varies by 2-4-/+ k nation wide. Last year I waited and they ran out, or the dealer added all kinds of upgrades, useless to me, and the price stayed or exceeded original price. I’ve found timing the purchase of a boat has been a huge struggle!

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 4 lety +1

      That is why you should make a good relationship with your local dealer that has the brand you want. Tell them your struggles, and ask for help. If they aren't receptive, look for the highest rated dealer as close to you as possible.

    • @kidiraq8381
      @kidiraq8381 Před 4 lety

      Len's Cove Lessons in Boating thank you and will do!

  • @armytruth6860
    @armytruth6860 Před 4 lety +1

    I brought my boat in September

  • @merlynn55
    @merlynn55 Před rokem

    Is this true in Florida

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před rokem

      I am not 100% confident the same thing is true in Florida. The seasons are reversed a bit.

  • @UBGood
    @UBGood Před 3 lety +2

    1.5 playback ✅

  • @dougn8139
    @dougn8139 Před 2 lety +1

    When will boat prices return to normal?

    • @RM-lk1so
      @RM-lk1so Před rokem +1

      When people with money pay their fair share of Taxes.

    • @KeystoneTexan
      @KeystoneTexan Před dnem

      @@RM-lk1sook liberal

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart Před 3 lety

    Maybe buying in winter and selling in summer will put all 16 of your children through the finest college. Also said 16 children will get to experience the water.

  • @EdEdelenbos
    @EdEdelenbos Před 3 lety

    Ha... when you have a pocket full of money and WANT a boat is the best time to buy. LOL

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před 3 lety

      Yes, correct - no point buying one if your don't want one @ededelenbos :-)

    • @EdEdelenbos
      @EdEdelenbos Před 3 lety

      @@boatinglessons Honestly not meant as a put down! Just the perfect advice. It just hit my funny bone though.

    • @clarawilliams2052
      @clarawilliams2052 Před 2 lety

      Hi dear do you need help getting a boat

  • @kevingumfory
    @kevingumfory Před 2 lety

    Lol. A relationship business. Let's have a sausage fest on showroom flior.

  • @a-perfectcleanwaterdamager6061

    Rich people throw trash away all year round. Any time is a good time to buy trash from the rich....find a dumb one.....and save dough

    • @boatinglessons
      @boatinglessons  Před rokem

      Interesting perspective. We will keep an eye out for these ;)