Getting the Most for Your Boat Trade-In
A boat trade-in is a great way to sell your current craft. Getting rid of your current model will get you one step closer to buying the boat of your dreams! We want to help you get the most for your boat trade-in. That’s why we’ve created the following guide with some trade-in preparation tips. Keep reading to learn more, then give us a call when you’re ready to trade in your vessel.
Why Trade-In?
First, you should make sure you know the benefits of choosing this approach to selling your craft. This is most likely the fastest way to sell your vessel. If you sell on your own, you’re likely looking at a six-month-long event. This is a significant amount of time! Doing a trade-in with a reputable boat store will save you time since it can take a few hours or days.
Make Your Boat as Presentable as Possible
The better your boat looks, the more valuable it will appear and the higher the price you’ll be able to get. Appearances matter when it comes to buying and selling. Before you take your craft to the dealership for your trade-in, you should spruce up its appearance.
Run through the following steps:
- Remove all personal items.
- Wash the exterior.
- Clean the interior using the proper products for the various materials. For example, there are different cleaning products for glass versus chrome.
- Touch up paint chips and scratches.
- Replace stained or worn upholstery.
- Sanitize surfaces, especially high-touch areas like the controls.
- Apply wax and polish to make your boat shine.
- Spray a mild scent for a nice final touch.
Get Your Vessel in Good Condition
Take your boat for a test drive and pay special attention to the performance. You’ll want your craft operating at full potential before trading it in. It may be necessary to invest a little money into repairing your vessel so you can increase the value. Make sure it’s a worthwhile investment though!
Prepare for the Next Owner
The final step to getting the most for your boat trade-in is to gather up all documents for the next owner. This includes paperwork such as the registration and title. Get all service and maintenance records. This will boost the potential buyer’s confidence that they’re getting a quality model.
We hope this guide will help you get ready to trade in your vessel and buy a new boat. Contact Roger's Performance Marine at one of our locations in Centerville or Hurricane, UT, when you’re ready to sell your model and buy your dream one. We are your local boat dealer near Salt Lake City and St. George. We can’t wait to help you find the perfect boat!