Whether you’re just contemplating the idea of getting a boat or you’re definitely serious about hitting the water in style, you’re in the right place. Germaine Marine offers lots of great vessels, and for those looking to save a little on the initial price, we offer a wide range of used boats for sale. If you’d like to check them out for yourself, stop by one of our locations in Arizona or Utah and we’ll help you find the vessel you’ve been dreaming of.

Let’s back up just a little bit, though. Maybe you’re still trying to decide if used is the best way to go. Of course, the biggest benefit that you can take advantage of is the price. Pre-owned boats will be significantly less expensive than some of their newer counterparts. Not only that, but many of them will still be in peak working condition and can still come with some of the latest features and technologies.

One group of boaters that can benefit quite a bit from this are the first-time owners who might still be figuring things out. Between features that you aren’t sure you need and boating skills you’re still getting the hang of, there’s a lot you can learn from your first boat. As you’re learning, you might not want to be making mistakes on a vessel you paid top dollar for. You’ll also be able to pay off your boat faster this way so you can upgrade sooner, whether that means aftermarket parts or a completely different boat.

Much of your initial search process will be similar to how you’d approach buying a new boat, from prioritizing your must-have features to setting a budget. When buying a pre-owned boat, you’ll want to take some additional steps to ensure you’re getting a great boat at a great price. Once you start narrowing down your options, ask about the maintenance and incident history of specific units. This is information that a lot of sellers might be  able to provide you. You can also go online to check out reviews from other owners of a particular model year so you can get an idea of what to expect. Still unsure? Give one of our stores a call and a staff member can help you with some of these items.

One way to ensure you’re getting a decent boat that won’t burn out on you is to buy from a reputable dealer, like Germaine Marine. We’re dedicated to providing you with the best vessels, so come check out our used boats for sale today. Remember that what’s available today may not be around tomorrow, so don’t wait!