LAWEZWW • BUYER GUIDES
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Practical guidance to help you ask better questions before you buy. Starting with the essentials of buying a used boat.
Explore the boat buying checklist ↓START WITH THE FUNDAMENTALS
Before you buy a used boat
A history report is one part of your research. Combine records checks with a physical inspection and a review of the seller’s documentation.
01 / IDENTIFY
Match the details
Compare the hull identification number on the boat with the title, registration and seller’s documents. Investigate any mismatch before proceeding.
02 / REVIEW
Check available records
Review ownership documents and available history information. Coverage varies by source; missing records do not prove that a boat has no issues.
03 / INSPECT
Look beyond the paperwork
Consider an independent marine survey, an engine inspection and a sea trial. A records search cannot assess the boat’s current mechanical condition.
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