78′ Hatteras 1990

Need Help Finding the Right Yacht?

Finding the right yacht starts with understanding how you plan to use it. Consider whether you are looking for sail or power, your preferred size and accommodations, where you plan to cruise, your performance requirements, and both your purchase and ongoing ownership budget.

A yacht broker can help you narrow those criteria, compare available boats, and identify additional opportunities that may not appear in your initial search. If you’re searching in Rhode Island or the surrounding region, learn more about working with our Newport yacht brokerage team.

What Should You Consider When Buying a Used Yacht?

When evaluating a used yacht, look beyond the asking price and appearance. Consider the vessel’s condition, equipment, maintenance and upgrade history, intended use, and anticipated ownership costs.

Once you identify a serious candidate, a professional pre-purchase marine survey can provide additional information about the yacht’s condition before the purchase is completed. Learn more in our pre-purchase yacht survey guide.

Should You Work With a Yacht Broker When Buying?

A yacht broker can help you search for appropriate boats, evaluate available options, navigate an offer, and coordinate transaction steps such as the survey, sea trial, and closing.

Brokerage assistance can also be useful when you are purchasing outside your local area and need help coordinating showings and transaction details where the yacht is located. Read our guide to buying a yacht in Newport, RI for more information.

Yacht Buying FAQs

How do I choose the right yacht to buy?

Start with how you expect to use the yacht. Consider sail versus power, size, cruising area, accommodations, performance needs, operating requirements, and your purchase and ownership budgets. Defining those requirements first makes it easier to focus on yachts that genuinely fit your plans.

Do I need a marine survey before buying a used yacht?

A professional pre-purchase marine survey is an important part of evaluating many used yachts. It can provide information about the vessel’s condition and identify issues that may affect your decision before the purchase is completed.

Can Bluenose help me find a yacht that isn’t shown in the current listings?

Yes. If the current inventory doesn’t include a yacht that fits your requirements, contact the Bluenose brokerage team and explain what you’re looking for. A broker can help you explore additional opportunities based on your preferred yacht type, size, intended use, location, and budget.