How To Buy A Boat / Things to Look For To Save You Money

Things to look at when buying a boat. How to buy a boat without screwing your self to bad. It is impossible to check every thing out just take your time when looking at a boat. Tell your self you are trying to find reasons not to buy the boat.

[@whitbyretreat145]

Pretty intense, I wish I could hire this guy before I buy my boat

[@carjonflinch1558]

He’d make a fortune cause I would too lol

[@mrfish9997]

As long as the motor is good your sweet bro the rest is easy

[@troymiller1287]

@@mrfish9997 fo sho

[@rodrigodevon1152]

instablaster...

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a boat?

[@samyb2834]

Straight to the point. Finally a good boat video on KZbin. Thank you for respecting my time.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you for the nice comment

[@becca3127]

I agree! 100%!! A lot of videos do not get to the point quick enough

[@user-jg8pb4zb7x]

Truly a good hit list for buying a used boat! I’m using this as a good refresher for my purchase coming up. I also went and checked out your “nightmare” video for some more really helpful tips. Hate to see it happen, but hopefully you save some wallets by sharing. Cheers!

[@zrich77]

I'm on the market for my first boat. This video was SUPER helpful. Thank you Chris!

[@daniellebovits3866]

Beautiful vid for beginners. Very prof. And to the point. I own a 208 stingray which benefited greatly from nautica trim tabs because of porpoising. Only 150. Tell your buddy. You do a great job. Thx

[@ToRangPhotography]

I looked up for the keywords "how to buy a boat" and this video showed up on the top. Nice video. Thanks

[@SgtBucknutz]

In the process of purchasing our first boat and your video was very helpful. Picking the right kind of boat has been a challenge.

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@LaVillitasFinest]

Chris, what a phenomenal video you put together. Got straight to the pain points. I’m about to purchase a boat with a mercruiser engine and this video was what I needed. Thanks

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@LaVillitasFinest]

@@lindajohn8014 already bought one with a 3.7LX mercruiser I/O engine. Thanks for the regards

[@xenommorphing3377]

Capri 1995 battery

[@eyeTHC]

@@LaVillitasFinest how’s the boat treating you? I’m about to buy one myself? Any tips?

[@1977raider]

Chris has the best video on here for a used boat! Thank you Chris, John from Alabama

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you John from Alabama.

[@suzannewolotowsky5043]

Nice work Chris and thanks. Add the word Seller near the end of the video, lol. Thanks again for sharing with us!

[@jacquioneill393]

Awesome video.. We’re selling our boat and it’s given me somewhat of a “blueprint” of different items I want to go over with potential buyers as well as what questions I need to be ready to answer.. Thank You!!!

[@chazmobizmo8598]

Lots of great tips. Some of those things I did not even think of, Trying to find a boat currently. Thanks

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you and good luck. Boating is so fun when they run good👍

[@rickccorbett]

Love this video! I"m going to look at a boat in a few days and find this really helpful. Cheers bro!

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@scottheywood6502]

Great review! One YT boating mechanic said that if you're buying a used outboard just go ahead and replace the water impeller and lower unit oil immediately so you KNOW water's circulating properly and your gears are being lubricated properly. Another mechanic recommended that if you purchase an old VRO-type (Variable Ratio Oil injection) Johnson outboard that you should replace the combination fuel & oil pump immediately as well since they've been an issue; Other mechanics say to remove the VRO system altogether and replace it with a new fuel-only pump, remembering of course that you would then need to mix oil into your fuel. I think if you do some diligent research on the used boat you like you'll discover boat forums and gain lots of insight.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

I agree. Just replace so you know they are good. The impellers go bad so fast. I'm due this spring actually.

[@jimrusnak6491]

EXCELLENT..wish I would have seen this prior to my 1st used boat purchase!

[@5404ben]

completely agree! fucked myself over! 🤣🤣🤣

[@iggyvelez7937]

Chris you rock great video I’m a used boat buyer and man I’ve seen a few boat’s before seeing this video. Brotha I have learned a lot thank you. Please keep doing what you do. I’m a new subscriber 😊

[@Tpir2]

This is a great video. I’m saving and planning to buy my first quality bowrider over the winter and this is super helpful

[@explsvtip9013]

Beautiful video Chris great information

[@turnerl2000]

This was perfect thanks. BOATT very helpful and straightforward.

[@ncurc9766]

Great video, I tell people if your buying a used boat expect to put $$$ into it. Theres so much junk out there people and even dealers are trying to sell its unbelievable

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

I agree. People want to unload their junk onto others

[@banshee8989]

I agree. There are only 2 types of boats you should buy. #1... under 5 years old, just not old enough to have serious rot issues even if neglected. #2 an old boat that your planning on completely restoring and its almost free. Only do this if you can do the work yourself. Everything in between I can almost guarantee your going to regret. I looked for a boat for 6 months... Every single boat I looked at under $8000 had issues. Rotted floor, rotted transom, engine that "just needed a tune up"... yeah right. I mean every boat on craigslist in that price range says "just needs carbs cleaned". I finally settled on a 1966 starcraft. Yup... thats right a 1966. Got it for under 2 grand, it was re-powered in the mid 90s and completely redone, I figure its a blank slate. Its plain and super easy to work on. Even at that... the person I purchased it from said "it was ready to go". Yeah, except the for bad stator, bad wiring, bad trigger coil, and now Im finding a rotted floor under the seats. Again, I paid nothing and expected to have to do these things on a 1966. Trust me...... the same things could pop up on a 1996 or even 2006. I figure I will have dumped another 2 grand into the boat when done So 4 grand for a boat I know is mechanically sound and I know inside and out. Its not new, FLASHY, and I dont feel like Donald Trump out cruising in my 1966 starcraft....... but it is just as much fun.

[@allenbettigole1600]

@@banshee8989 Right, I bought a brand new Arrowglass boat and they miss the stringers when they stapled the floor down. Used non stainless staples on the seats and installed the exhaust elbow gasket on wrong which ended up taking 20 thousands out of the rear cylinder. Tell us how to buy a boat.

[@teodoroperez756]

Awesome video my friend, thanks and cheers from Acapulco Mexico.

[@mihaceperlin288]

Great video! New boaters(like me) can quickly make a mistake and buy a boat that needs a lot of repairs. I bought I a boat 7 years ago and my engine failed the first season. Also the hull was in really bad shape. It's really important that you check everything and ask the seller a lot of questions. Especially what was he doing to maintain the engine and the hull(antifouling). When I look back I'm glad that I bought a crappy boat because now I know a lot about engines and fiberglass

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Yes, sometime the best way to learn is by making a mistake. Some people don't learn from their mistakes though. Glad you did

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Yes, sometime the best way to learn is by making a mistake. Some people don't learn from their mistakes though. Glad you did

[@cvx5422]

What could you have asked or looked for to find out about the engine? I am planning on buying a used boat for this season and am trying to be prepared as possible! Thanks

[@DavidComeau]

Thanks for making these videos. Great advice.

[@PullinRips]

Great video! Buying a boat today and was great to watch before I did buy

[@ericgallagan946]

Solid video. I am looking at buying a used boat, this was very helpful. That is a nice looking boat in your video.

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat kindly drop your email address so so we can contact you immediately

[@MichaelLewisMusic]

Good video and I appreciate you going quick so it didn't take up too much of my time, thank you!

[@leithzaffarese6407]

Great video mate! Love the passion too👍 thanks for your information

[@hermw1541]

Make sure you do another video!!! Thank Chris!!!

[@chrisplantiko9913]

Very good and detailed video. Thank you. Very helpful.

[@drewjackson3755]

Thanks for your expertise love the video

[@hggm7855]

Thanks Jefe. Great information

[@ericm1211]

Chris excellent video for somebody like me who knows basically nothing about boats. I would like to get a small family boat to cruise around in and fish. I like the video because it was short and to the point on key things I can visually inspect. I'll take someone else's recommendation and bring a boat person from a shop to inspect things further. Living in CA is not really practical for them to tow boat to a lake to test before buying. Just gonna have to do a street inspection like you did. Thanks.

[@jerryhelm5118]

Nice boat and thank you for the valuable info..I just got one from my boss ..I look forward to getting it back in the water..🤙

[@hysterymysteryreadit1268]

Thanks 👍 Going boating in Clear Lake, IA. See you are in MN

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Yep. 2 hours from clear lake Iowa.

[@beefcakes27]

Great video, Chris. All good points...

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thanks

[@maurierie09]

Awesome tips planning on buying my first used boat

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@samueelb1]

Thank you for this great information.

[@seanflanagan9063]

Great stuff mate - good tips

[@pingumoto9126]

Good video man, thank you for the advice 🙏

[@DocAmazon10]

This was helpful thanks. I knew a majority of this but I liked how you explained (detailed) what you are looking for and why. Thanks!

[@bbqworld2103]

Great video! I was looking to buy a used 24’ bayliner 180…1997 from Craigslist but after seeing this video, I think I’ll wait and learn more about boats, subscribed

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

You never know. It might have been a great boat. Water test them.

[@salvadorguerrero4963]

I wish I had watched a video with all this information two years ago before I made my first mistake. I'm in the market for a second go-around but with more knowledge. Thanks for taking the time Chris.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Good luck on the second round.

[@ruthless12street]

What happened to your 1st boat? Fortunately for me everything has been ok (knock on wood)

[@salvadorguerrero4963]

@@ruthless12street Well, that boat I'm trying to sell. I had just installed a sound system, was going to do the servicing, impeller, oil change, typical servicing. I started it and it struggles to start. It was smoking a little bit but unlike before it would go away after it warmed up, not this time. So shut it off, and let it be. Came back the next morning and oil was dripping from the side of the lower unit, it had never done that. I did had issues starting it though when I first bought it, but being a mechanic thought I could make it work. It's just getting expensive as it goes. I rather look to invest in a newer one and see if someone is willing to put the time and money on this one. I'm pretty much just letting it go cheap and take the loss.

[@michaelross5376]

There with ya man.

[@scottcooneymusic6736]

Great vid bud. Looking at one this morning and im taking notes. First time buyer here.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Good luck. No boat is perfect. Just keep that in mind. Even new people find problems

[@paulwilliams8921]

Great video mate!

[@swil156507]

Awesome video Chris Thank you.....

[@georgeboyd4619]

Great video and very informative.

[@tvcameraop1451]

Great video very informative!

[@merrillsteify]

Good video. I'm trying to learn as much as possible before I buy. Newberg. Very informative video. Thank you!

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Good luck. Just know boats just cost money regardless. But, they are fun. Don't neglect it.

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat for an affordable price

[@Mihalyofficial]

Thanks man. Great help and no bs.

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@loveliqtrol]

Great tips Chris!!

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thanks unfortunately, it is way more complicated. I tried though

[@fatbackjacob5738]

Great video. Lot of advice I took and asked the seller.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

There are no guarantees when buying a boat. But, when you get a good one boating is super fun. Good luck on your search

[@SnickasBah]

I'm in Gulf Shores and I caught the bug. This was a great informative video.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

I wish I lived down there.

[@jode68]

You'd be missed

[@cbeserra]

Great info! Thank you

[@blackwidowsm]

Great job Chris on giving good points on second hand vessel purchases. Always remember if there’s doubt, walk away. I’m into Center consoles myself. Preferred brands are sea hunt, Grady - White, Blackfin, yellow fin, and Boston whaler. While Chaparral Monterrey and carver are also solid choices for family boats and a good entry level boat is Mako, if roaming shallow waters nothing simply beats a Hewes or Carolina skiff, in my small boat options, “what I mean by solid, starts with Build. Outstanding construction, stringer set up, how thick and well fiber glass is layered, thickness of gelcoat. Us fighting organized do they use quality stainless steel cleats or lesser quality. Remember tying up lesser quality cleats tend to give eith age stainless do not when maintained. Look how boat is wired, if it’s a disorganized mess? Construction is likely similar, what you cannot see is similar to wiring, keep that in mind. Some great manufacturers take short cuts too! Always get a marine survey prior to making a purchase. They generally charge by the foot. Will test propulsion systems, hull and deck integrity. will give your vessel a complete physical. Side note: They will save you a lot of coin in long term, particularly when purchasing more expensive options Remember as previously stated “if there’s doubt walk away.” Hope this helps and you gave great pointers my view is on both fresh and saltwater boats living in both Minnesota and Naples Fl during different times of year.

[@montel20000]

Great video!! Thank you

[@jonesygw]

Thanks for the advice!

[@destin_yacht_broker1]

Lot of good info especially for a first time buyer. Little stuff can help you negotiate a better price like when a radio or speaker does not work. When it comes to big boats or even smaller ones sometimes I highly recommend having a boat surveyor involved. Happy Boating!

[@chefsal7068]

Thank you for the great information

[@synergyexpressinc6850]

Thanks man , that’s a good advice.

[@jamesdrozdowski3579]

Good info, fed from experience and passion 💪

[@Audioguy518]

Thanks for the information.

[@OB1974]

Outstanding video.

[@phantom5573]

Excellent video. Thank you

[@hookahb8299]

I really appreciate this video , learned alot ...Ive never had a boat, but im looking at getting one...Thanks Brother, i hit the subscribe button to see more..

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you. They are a blast when they work good

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@masfishing1]

Great video. Thanks!

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@acemannw]

Awesome video, I am taking notes. Getting ready to spend $8K on a boat don't want to walk into a bunch of problems thank you for posting this. So many of these "what boat to buy" videos are for Salt Water nice to see something from the Upper Midwest.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

I really hope it helps. So many things can go wrong with a boat. But, when boating goes right it is a blast. Good luck. What kind and year of boat are you looking for

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear we have good boat for lesser price of $6k with 5years insurance deal

[@lindajohn8014]

@@acemannw drop your email address so I can contact you immediately

[@lindajohn8014]

You email address I can’t see it

[@neilmcauley7750]

Great Video, I've corrected a few mistakes made by the previous owner's MARINE ENGINEER!!! (& how much did that cost the previous owner £$£$£$) Jeez, tubes like this are gold. Cheers to you Chris Boats, have a good 'un.

[@mamam2472]

Great video-thank you!

[@JoseDiaz-wk1he]

Thank you for this excellent video, I bought one and paid $4000, tomorrow I will check all those details that you recommended, hopefully it will not be too late.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

You can't have everything at 4k. Somethings you will have to over look

[@kelofarrar]

GREAT VIDEO!! THANK YOU!

[@llarrymitchel8685]

Excellent video. Thanks

[@joeMama-gg7gs]

Now I’m a boat expert I will know what to look for. Thanks!

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Good luck

[@jayv7331]

Very informative. Thanks

[@HarlanShakey]

Already had to drop a like when I saw you had a list, you’re not wasting time and put effort. Love to see it

[@bc44100]

Thanks for putting together a tutorial for the newbies. Most material was on point except your pricing guidance. You are leading folks to believe they can get a pristine 26ft boat for $10k. They run around wasting everyone's time looking. Of course a 16ft aluminum boat can be had for that pricing. Some relative size, class and performance criteria vs pricing would be very helpful for the types that would tune into your channel. A well designed and manufactured new open bow 19ft boat with just a few options is well over $50k. Boats, like cars loose value quite fast off the lot but level off after 5 years if kept in factory new condition. Bargain hunters looking for a boat that was $50k new for $10k are going to spend their whole summer looking for a boat and will never get on the water if they are looking for a perfect boat. There is always someone who gets so sick of something sitting in the driveway they almost give it away to get rid of it, but that is the exception, not the rule.

[@lindajohn8014]

Hello we have the pristine 26ft boat for a lesser amount of $6800 if your interested kindly drop your email address so we can contact you immediately

[@ArthurWorth]

great advice thanks!

[@seanmitchell5533]

Great Stuff! Thank you!!

[@edwintroy6957]

I'm about to bust out another two Gs myself.good video very informative

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Sorry to hear that. The things we do to be on the water

[@uroshren1508]

Thanks… from Slovenia.

[@boknott9440]

Great Video.. very informative

[@RD-xh9ss]

I'm thankful I came across your video. Currently looking at a Terry Bass tri hull/70hp Johnson. Your tips will definitely be a help. Keep up the good work.

[@petehuffman]

Cool editing. Loved cutting to you talking on the laptop. Very smooth

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you

[@codybroussard186]

Beauty video man thanks

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Thank you sir

[@richcherwalk6349]

Also check the hull for bubbling or delamination, older fiberglass boats really have this problem.

[@tonyhddodge4282]

Good video for anyone looking to buy a boat.

[@15willywonka1]

This is quite helpful to me while I am getting a new boat that I'm looking for. I picture my perfect boat to be something similar to a Silverline Nantucket or an actual Silverline if possible.

[@Adk_legendarykennels]

Great informative video

[@michaeldavid7296]

Great video thanks

[@kathrynwright741]

WOW awesome video very informative i feel better about trying to buy my first boat

[@ruthless12street]

Kathryn Wright be sure to change the oil and filter. He skipped that part

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@cvi6541]

Very informative vid. Thanks.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Hope it helped

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Great video! What camera/mic are you using?

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

I was using a cannon GX7 mark 2. I used my Samsung S 9 plus recorder for a mic or just the cannon

[@CarolynLDean]

Good info! Thank you :)

[@stephenshealy6514]

Very good, thank you

[@ruthless12street]

Great video.. you forgot 1 of the main issues. Motor oil and filter but overall awesome knowledge bro 👍🏼

[@hockey1230]

His boat is a 2 stroke

[@haydenamsden9448]

@@hockey1230 not its not. Sterndrives are 4 strokes

[@Flightlevel316]

Thank you for the information sir.

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Good luck

[@boldorbroken]

You're awesome dude. Seriously

[@jode68]

Great job. Need a boat now.

[@robertchandler5055]

ME TOO...the video is that good!

[@lindajohn8014]

Hi dear do you need help getting a new boat?

[@richardmundo9709]

Thx for the good advice

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Don't over think but, be smart

[@jaysen192]

I'm looking at buying my first boat and don't know what I'm doing, this video helped. 2 I was looking at the owners never got back to me about the clean title for the boat and trailer. Didn't even know to ask that..

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Maybe they are just bad at selling things. Or maybe they don't have a title. Some old boats don't. You just need a bill of sale. Depends on if it ever had a loan out on it.

[@Leggio11]

Awesome info. Im looking into buying a 9-12 persons boat as I live 5 mins from a lake and this info will work out great 👍 im looking to spend 10-20k max and Im hoping to find smth good

[@BigIslandMNMinnetonka]

Make sure you run it in the water for 15 min. I am sure you will find somthing nice. Sounds like you need a 24 footer

[@rickmilasich7599]

look in Florida, as many older guys retire, die and widows sell. often worth shipping