The Benefits of Buying a Used Boat

The best thing about the used boat market is that many of the pre-owned vessels on offer are still in phenomenal condition. With a little research, you should be able to find a model that suits your needs and has a lot of life left in it. If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of purchasing a used boat, this guide from the experts at SWS Marine Group has what you need to know. 

Savings

The first and most obvious benefit of purchasing a used boat is that pre-owned vessels tend to be a lot cheaper than their new counterparts. Since the effects of depreciation are the most extreme in the first few years of ownership, this applies to even fairly new vessels with only a few years on them. As a bonus, used boats are also cheaper to insure than new ones, which can save you even more money. 

Testing the Waters

One of the biggest hurdles faced by new boat buyers is the simple fact that they usually don’t have much experience with boats, which can make it a challenge when they’re trying to find a model that really suits their needs. Since pre-owned boats are cheaper than new ones, that lowers the barrier for entry, allowing the buyer to take a chance on a model they might not otherwise consider. If you go this route and decide you really like a particular model, you can sell it when the time is right and confidently invest in a similar new boat. If you don’t like your used boat, you can sell it off and purchase a different one without much consequence. 

To shop our inventory of used boats, visit SWS Marine Group. We operate dealership locations in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, as well as Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. We also offer parts ordering, trade-ins, servicing, and financing. We hope you’ll come visit us soon!