Are you ready to buy a boat? Whats your next move? Wether you are buying a new or used boat for sale you must be sure to properly inspect any boat before you buy.

We will get started and talk about what you should look for when buying a boat... Here are the important areas that you should throughly inspect on the boat for sale:

1) Boat Engine
2) Bilge Area
3) Engine Steering / Controls
4) Electrics
5) Propellers
6) Floors and Decking
7) Fuel tank setup
8) Batteries
9) Rigging and Sails (If you have a sailboat)
10) Hull condition, including shaft or sterndrive assembly
11) General interior cleanliness

12) The most important thing to do, regardless of what type of vessel: You should always have an OUT OF WATER inspection of the boat. This should be carried out by a qualified marine surveyor. This could save you thousands of dollars.

Other areas that are also important to look at are:

* Check flooring for Rotting
* Hours of engine use and age of boat
* Maintenance service history log books

The next step - Creating a checklist!
You need to do this so you get exactly what you pay for.

You need to know that everything onboard is in good working order. Here are some important areas of concern...

* Test all the electronic equipment onboard
* Start the engines yourself
* Check trim tabs - or hydralic engine rams
* Sit inside the boat when it's raining (or use a hose to do a water test)
* Open all hatches
* Check the steering completely
* Raise the sails (If you have a sailboat)
* Check for any smells or overwelming fumes

If you are new to boating and need some assistance, then you need an independant marine surveyor to give you a proper inspection report of the boat you are thinking of buying. It is an invaluable part of the process and could save you thousands of dollars and hours of heartache.

Once you have all the information, you can feel confident that you will be making the most informed decision and one which will benefit you and your family for years to come.

Safe Boating,

Capt Mike

http://www.sydneyboating.com.au/