Boat Auction: Buy a boat for cheap!

[@h5mind373]

Wow, makes the prices they are asking at the yacht brokerage to seem outrageous. But, as boat owners find out, "it's not the buying, it's the keeping" that will cost you.

[@christopherbeddoe406]

Kinda like Aviation too. An older 4 seat piper might only cost $30k but will cost $15k a year to fly and upkeep and hanger for a year.

[@sailingblackphoenix4974]

You are correct

[@sheddski2942]

But a 30 ft Catalina for 75.00 nobody bid just him if I was there 200.00 👍

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

As I've been told over and over again, the most expensive boat you'll ever own is the one you get for free.....

[@francisdrelling4060]

I suspect you are getting only slightly more than you are paying for. They are not sold via the owner because they need repairs and monthly slip fees are killing the owner. Who knows what kind of damage history they have. Just my suspicions.

[@madloop3217]

$7 for a sailing boat I've always dreamed of. Any chances to buy one please?

[@sketch6995]

Boats are holes in the water that you throw your money into........

[@CaptainAction]

😄

[@russnurse2b807]

Wow!!! That is totally insane!! I can't believe how cheap these were. Even if they need a couple thousand in work it is worth it. I would have definitely bought that 32" power boat. i'll have to see if they have these auction near me.

[@SteveCockneyRebel]

i need to come to the states and buy a cheap boat then sail it back to England

[@johnobiro5202]

Shiiiiit. I gotta get me to that Auction. Some bargains there. Love it.

[@nickviner1225]

My goodness, I would have bought all of them!

[@3DPeter]

when you have your own boat trailer and a large backyard then yes, but when you have to put them all in a harbour, then it's going to cost serious money.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

@@3DPeter I've been told repeatedly that the most expensive boat you will ever own is the one you get for free...

[@michaelhastie7324]

Coronado 27 for $80.00 and it Sailed Away the Next Day. Holy S__t.

[@dirttdude]

i was palpitating on the 38 ingred... Just within my reach

[@CaptainAction]

That was a good boat and one of the boats in good condition in the many auctions I've been to.

[@dpr2011]

How do you find out when and where auctions are? Someone know TY.

[@randycarter5263]

Did you ever find out how to get info about these auctions? I was wondering myself

[@CaptainAction]

Do an internet search for your area on boat, city, or county public auctions. Sometime law enforcement has impound auctions. The Federal government also has auctions with boats too.

[@CandiOsaka]

💙💙 I want one boat haha and boat life and sailing ⛵️ !!!!!!! I like this content ! 🙌🙌🙌

[@Alan-tn6de]

They’re cheap until you realize the tax liens included with them! And the state of California is the absolute worst for property taxes, even in the water 🤦🏻

[@CaptainAction]

You're right but recently they now have to disclose the tax lien amount at the auctions here in Long Beach.

[@jbhann]

Why do auctioneers talk like that?

[@russkelley3153]

They use their finger on the bottom lip, moving it real fast, to make you feel you must hurry, or you will miss the deal. lol

[@jbhann]

@@russkelley3153 …that’s funny.

[@billsales3235]

TOW THEM TO A LOT. GIVE THEM POWER/WATER/SEWAGE ... every one of those $100 boats would rent for $700 per month. allow free anchorage somewhere and the price of every boat would rise 100x.

[@CaptainAction]

I have thought about a boat Airbnb out in the desert....Pirates of the Arid Seas !

[@allenseymour1895]

Cheaper to buy than rent and you get to keeper

[@johnryan2193]

Ohh man you guys don't know how lucky you are !

[@CaptainAction]

Hi All, Many have asked, the next auction is July 10th 2021 Alamitos bay, Long Beach, CA at 9am. Search: City of Long Beach Boat auction. Boat Auction (longbeach.gov)

[@mcee6906]

Just saw this. Thanks for the Info!

[@CandiOsaka]

Looking nice 💞⛵️🤍 sailing and boat life and we wanna see your boat !

[@erickamekonapeper4007]

My happiest Sailing was on a Coranado 25 Hull number 69 in Everett Washington! I had a following Sea with a Broad Reach and I was hitting 15 Kts before I hit the crest sometimes with the Tide ☺️❤️🖖🏼🇺🇸

[@Rottingboards]

THAT was FuN! Thanks

[@lelandritchie9989]

so are these boats going so cheap because new buyers have to pay back fees or tickets or taxes on these boats????¿

[@CaptainAction]

No, what you see is what you get. No back taxes or marina fees. Starts when you buy the boat. The big issue here, is that it cannot stay in the city marina for 6 months. There are private marinas nearby. Having a slip available is the big problem with buying an auction boat.

[@matthewmcdermit8744]

Damn! I'm going to a boat auction. They got a lot of boat for little money.

[@johnandrewservice8598]

Really liked your video. I’m hoping to be able to get one of these boats reasonably priced soon. Onelove ❤️💛💚

[@joe-hp4nk]

That's funny, even free boats are money pits.

[@desmondwright6734]

Want a reasonable 40 foot boat, that's sea worth, the problem is to get it to Jamaica

[@CaptainAction]

I am sure there are great deals along the Gulf Coast!! 😃

[@lazyanarchist1146]

Man ik im going to try and get an auction boat when im ready to buy!

[@CaptainAction]

It's a great place to get on to a bunch of boats. Sometimes you can find a great deal!

[@michaelhastie7324]

Seven Dollars !!!!

[@jameskolar9655]

Of course it wasn’t about the money was it? There’s a Marina or two having a clear out and buyers looking for a ‘project’. There’s a ‘learning curve’ in there for one or two, I’m sure, but at least an abandoned boat gets a new lease of life and that’s got to be good.

[@johnnyc.holmes4251]

For those of you who don’t live here and are wondering why these prices are so cheap it is because there is absolutely positively no more spaces available for them to park! The waiting list around here now is approximately 6 to 7 years to get a slip. You might encounter some small ocean side ports in the middle of no place ... but you have to drive 100 miles or so and pay out the nose. Some of these people who buy this boat or ones like it will strip any good parts and then tow it out and scuttle it by using an ax to sink it.

[@CaptainAction]

Actually, there are slips available for most sizes. But yeah, getting the slip might take some time as the City only gives you 10 days to remove the boat. Best to have a slip lined out. Liveaboard slips do take the time you mentioned. Yes, driving is a PIA as 100 miles here might take 3-4 hours ;) Ummm, scuttling....well, I have seen it happen and they didn't even take the good parts off!

[@SaltyReels]

@@CaptainAction @Captain Action How can you reserve a slip if your not sure the size of boat you'll get? I'm in cali and have been looking for a liveaboard with a full time liveaboard slip from which I understand one has to have proof of income to rent a liveaboard slip...

[@CandiOsaka]

I love this video ! I always try to watch it again as it motivates me to do boat lifestyle

[@maloosecat123]

My new profession: flip boats! lol

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

Better know what you're getting into. LOL

[@whowho7969]

Wow I’d be excited for deals like that

[@wardell7]

Are the Auctions all over the country like the Gulf coast as well? I'm looking to buy a boat to refit and sail it to Isla Mujers.. I live in Mexico City right now but Im from Louisiana..

[@CaptainAction]

Yes, there are all types of auctions. Keep an eye out. These were pretty regular. Other places to look for cheap boats are craigslist and ebay!

[@myleftthumb2294]

A small fiberglass sailboat for cheap would be the way to go. Easy to tow; take it home to refurbish, and then launch/slip it in any decent size lake to learn how to sail it. Wind powered with perhaps only a small fuel-efficient or electric motor for maneuvering in port gives it some resilience to Bidenomics.

[@CaptainAction]

Totally on point for the small recreational sailor or someone just starting into the hobby. Depending on your geography, trailer able boats and even smaller boats are a great way to go. In many more rural marina settings too, haul out and being on the "hard" can allow refitting and storage for much less than a typical marina slip in an urban setting. this would be great in places where boating is seasonal.

[@karlbrumbedloe1974]

does anyone know were I can get a used boat for free will some replaY Tnakyou

[@thehooptytube]

Googling boat auctions near me right now !

[@waltobringer2928]

Thank you for a great idea!

[@Antipodean33]

As an Aussie watching this I can't believe how lucky you Americans are, those boats were so cheap, especially the sail boats, man they were absolute bargains. We never see that here, whenever there is an auction the bidding is always fierce so you never see ridiculously cheap boats

[@CaptainAction]

Many of these boats need a lot of work to make them seaworthy. The bigger issue here in western USA is finding a place to put the boat. Slips are expensive, moorings unavailable, no anchorages, and no shipyards with storage :/

[@ade-1772]

Omg 8dollers for a boat I will take em all sold shocking prices

[@tomclause9555]

What is the best way to find a boat auction near me?

[@CaptainAction]

Contact your local municipal marina :)

[@andyreeves5978]

Where is an auction in Tampa in area?

[@CandiOsaka]

Maybe Hernando Beach Omg I forgot the beach names in Florida but I grew up in Spring Hill! 🤍🤍❤️❤️

[@williamavery9185]

I cant believe these prices, sail it to the carribean and make big bucks.

[@davidsanders1991]

To buy a boat is easy, to keep it is very expensive.

[@williamavery9185]

And no survey....ouch!

[@CaptainAction]

That's why I have been to several auctions, to help people get the low down on the boats condition and what it will take to make it ship shape.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

Whatever you do DON'T try to buy one of these boats and think you are going to sail it straight to the Caribbean...

[@williamavery9185]

@@ashleighelizabeth5916 Mmm i get what you are saying. What if you buy 6 boats, looked over and tested. And sail as a flotila.....make a lot of $$$$$$..

[@melvinmariott8609]

When is the next auction coming up?

[@CaptainAction]

About twice a year here. Check they city website.

[@williamavery9185]

Very confusion as which boat being sold

[@caicaraskiki]

It would be nicer if you identified each boat. But thank you for this video!

[@CaptainAction]

Thanks ! It was one of my first vids so I was a newbie...

[@anyexpat]

Just like the 1 euro homes in italy, you are buying an obligation to spend a lot of money.

[@thehungrygoldfish]

I mean, what did you expect? Brand new boats fresh from the dealer for a dollar? lol No duh these boats need work, sweetie.

[@joeldelamirande5792]

Wow Where do they post these auctions

[@CaptainAction]

Right now everything is on hold cause of covid. These were announced on the City of Long Beach web page.

[@stanleybest8833]

Much better than a car auction.

[@_instabil]

Dear God. Don't ever bring me to such an event along with my credit card.

[@CaptainAction]

Haha !

[@101scorpions]

Love this idea - I will be at the next boat auction.

[@CandiOsaka]

Me 2

[@CaptainAction]

Everything is on hold because of covid but I feel it might happen this fall.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

@@CaptainAction I bet you anything you see much higher prices when they resume. Covid had driven the price of boats and RVs through the roof as people view them as safer for vacations than hotels. And even people who aren't worried about Covid safety have been severely restricted in their travel by international travel restrictions, cruise line not sailing and air travel restrictions. The market is now a serious sellers market and will likely stay that way until sometime next year or the year after. I've been looking at either a new RV or boat for the last 12 months and it has been extremely frustrating as inventory has dried up and the price on everything has shot up.

[@abbphotoandvideo622]

video was making me sea sick.

[@robschannel4512]

Those boats for a dollar are nice but try to rid yourself of it and see what a disposal fee is.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

EXACTLY!!! The prices sound good but if you don't have a cheap place to work on it while you repair it... or strip it for parts, and you don't have a cheap way to dispose of it once you are done with it....

[@zeke5491]

Wannabe broke? Buy a boat!

[@ArtTaggerr-223]

I want to sell mine. Anyone?

[@mcee6906]

How could I fine some more information on this auction? I live in Long Beach. Could you message me at your earliest convenience. I’d really appreciate it !

[@mcee6906]

Any advice for a first time buyer ? I know close to nothing about sailboats. And I don’t really know what to look for as far as boats to stays away from… any help would be greatly appreciated ! Thanks again

[@CaptainAction]

Google "boat auction Long Beach marina" it's on the city website. They are held 2-3 times a year. Best is to check out boats for sale and visit a local boat broker and start window shopping. Check out other videos on boat survey.

[@headonz]

Ingrid 38 for $5K .... thats insane !!? . I dont get it , why so cheep ?

[@CaptainAction]

Back before the auctions got popular, boats went cheaper than today. The guy bidding on the and who bought it was pretty cool and was looking to upgrade his liveaboard. Others at the auction didn't want to up-bid so he could get it at a reasonable price :) Also, there is a stipulation that you cannot slip an auctioned boat at the city marinas for 6 months. There are only a few private marinas that can accommodate sailboats. He already had a slip outside the city. But yeah, this was probably one of the top 3 best deals I have seen at the auction.

[@robertdavis5714]

That auction guy gets around, seen him on another boat auction. 38' Ingrid was a deal.

[@CaptainAction]

I know that he has been doing the Long Beach auctions for a number of years!

[@fredguerra4917]

Love the video.

[@randyscott3386]

Put it in the backyard and call it the guest house .

[@CaptainAction]

Lol, some people have :)

[@russh7040]

Cameraman needs to focus and show us what boat is for sale. Your all over the place

[@CaptainAction]

Kinda new at this :)

[@seandelaney1700]

@@CaptainAction You are forgiven, but let us strive for better, that's pretty painful. brilliant content though so it will be worth it. This is just the kind of thing many people would love to view.

[@digbymcdermid5693]

Can a guy from the uk buy there if he comes to the US

[@mad-_-observer]

I cant see why not.

[@CaptainAction]

Yes you can.

[@banzaikicks1564]

The poor cockroach biomechanically spill because great-grandfather recently film aside a quizzical vise. poor, wise fall

[@keegan773]

And the very best of luck with those purchases. You could make a profit selling them for parts.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

IF you have an inexpensive way to dispose of the hull once you strip it yes you could. That was my thought too until I remember the hull has to be disposed of and that's easier said than done.

[@CaptainAction]

The boats with big lead keel often go to boat salvagers. Yes, the hardware is stripped and resold

[@madloop3217]

Any chances I can buy one? I am from Morocco and would love sailing around the world

[@vincentconnolly109]

👍🎣⛵💯

[@stevepennell1]

Bunch of junk!

[@OrieCipollaro]

I used to walk from downtown to here every Sunday! Great marina great restaurants

[@callmebigpapa]

Did I hear a boat sold for $7 dollars? @5:24

[@seandelaney1700]

Good luck at Alamitos Bay next week.

[@Kyle-kw2mf]

Damn I'm missing out! I'll be there next year with four dimes one quarter and seven nickels for that sailboat.

[@CaptainAction]

Try googling boat auction and the area in which you live. Also contact the local marinas.

[@amesornish1232]

We're do u find info about when where what date

[@pulse5798]

The guy with the mic is my grandpa

[@blessedcurbappeals7512]

Can u send me the address to this auction I’m interested in coming checking it out plz thank you

[@CaptainAction]

www.longbeach.gov/park/marine/news-forms-and-info/boat-auction/

[@amyphillips9633]

Auction Sales Suck. !

[@rogergreen1787]

And just remember theirs a reason why their sooooooo cheap⛵😀👍😀🇬🇧

[@CaptainAction]

Bust Out Another Thousand :)

[@music-gm4dp]

why are you not showing us the boats like if they are sealing one boat just show us that boat onlyyyyyyyyy we dont want to see other thing

[@CaptainAction]

I am new at this :)

[@JosephNash20]

When the next one ??

[@CaptainAction]

Things have been on hold with covid but perhaps in the fall.

[@robschannel4512]

Auctioneer jumps quickly to much higher prices.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

Some of that is the buyers not wanting to drag it out I noticed, but yes he does. And I would too because these prices are literally pennies on the dollar for somebody who knows how to get boats like this in to good working order and has the time and the money for parts to do it.

[@shevonjacob3113]

Where can we find boat auctions now?

[@CaptainAction]

Do an internet search for your location. None scheduled near my location for right now.

[@jeancombot8559]

Traduire en francais

[@jeancombot8559]

Traduire en francais

[@chargebloom7755]

I want to go see the auction so I can buy a boat please help me

[@mikehurley5052]

Go there then.

[@spanishjo4282]

World best auctioneer in 2021

[@anyexpat]

Sold a boat for a dollar

[@Anashadk]

How much did the different boats go for? I couldn´t hear it.

[@CaptainAction]

$8 usd to $7300 usd

[@Anashadk]

@@CaptainAction I would have bought the Morgan and the Ingrid. BTW thanks for taking and uploading the video.

[@richardlamkin6810]

how do you locate boat auctions? no

[@CaptainAction]

Do an internet search for your area on boat, city, or county public auctions. Sometime law enforcement has impound auctions. The Federal government also has auctions with boats too.

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

So the issue here is having to get it away from that dock within a certain timeframe and having somewhere to put it. And the the real work begins of fixing years and years of neglect. He said that Morgan that went for about $5K later sold for $40K but how many 10s of thousands of dollars were put into getting it habitable and in good condition and how much yard time had to be paid to get it done? I think it's an amazing concept but in Cali where mooring and marina space is at a premium I can see why these boats sell for next to nothing.

[@stevengray57]

money putts pL

[@CaptainAction]

He put a little more than $8000 into it plus slip fees for about 6 months. This opportunity to find a boat in that good of condition is very rare. He also had a love of old boats. It was running the next day. Did some water damage repair, cushion replacement, and a good general cleaning. Maybe made $15k at best. Many try flipping these boat with pretty mixed results. It only really works if you have your own slip.

[@Galanty]

Best 2 days of a boat owners life are .... the Day buy the boat and the day sells the boat.

[@kadendeming1791]

Great video man keep up the good work I’m gonna drop a sub as well

[@prophetseven728]

I get you get great prices at Auction. But why are the bids started so low!?!

[@CaptainAction]

It cost the city to berth and/or have the boat salvaged. Best to pass those costs on and open some slips up. They are also concerned with hazardous wastes if the boat sinks.

[@prophetseven728]

@@CaptainAction Is there a Website or someplace to find out when and where this Actions are? Im In Los Angeles. Marina is the closet to me. Thanks!

[@CaptainAction]

@@prophetseven728 Looks like the have not slated one soon but keep your eyes open. There is usually one in November: www.longbeach.gov/park/marine/news-forms-and-info/boat-auction/

[@prophetseven728]

@@CaptainAction There like ever 6 months or so? Thanks for the 411!~

[@chargebloom7755]

Where is the auction at

[@CaptainAction]

Alamitos Bay in Long Beach, CA

[@mitchelladams9612]

‘’’’’’

[@janjaf844]

Can you let me know when next one is happening?!?

[@CaptainAction]

With covid times things are on hold. Maybe by June.

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[@okcantbelieveit294]

That short arsed auctioneer needs a stool to stand on. 😳

[@illmatic323]

It keeps him in shape

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

Yeah I wouldn't want to stand on a stool on a floating dock personally.... LOL

[@misstransgender]

lot of sail boats

[@CaptainAction]

That's my bias...I was looking at sailboats. Generally, there are more power than sail up at auction.