Tips for selling your Boat

# A clean and tidy boat always earns a higher selling price, so invest some

time and elbow grease. Scrub the entire boat and deck with mild detergent

and a soft brush.

# If the fibreglass finish doesn't gleam, invest in having it buffed and polished. If your varnish is tired, at least one coat will restore the shine.

# Clean the bilge, because a musty and damp smelling boat suggests rot

and decay.

# Get rid of the crumbs in the galley  it should be spotless, and be sure

that the refrigerator/icebox sparkles.

# If you can remove the carpet, shampoo it. Do the same for curtains and

upholstery.

# Scrub the covers and Bimini top and, if the side curtains are hazy, take

them off.

# Clean the head and shower thoroughly, and add a double dose of chemicals to the holding tank. No one wants a smelly head.

# Repair any inoperative equipment that can turn off a buyer, Or take it off the Boat.  

# Don't forget the engine. If it's oily, have it steam cleaned. Change the oil

because dirty oil suggests poor maintenance, and touch up any corrosion

spots on the engine or drives.

# Charge the batteries so the engine starts immediately and the lights

shine brightly and keep them charged.

# Get rid of additions that don't increase the value, such as racks and

cabinets, especially if they don't look professional.

# Remove the gear that you aren't selling with it and don't forget to empty the galley drawers of all that junk! Remove all evidence of ( yourself )  its easier for the buyer to  mentally move in .

# If you are leaving personal items on board that you want to keep, make sure the buyer is aware of them..