Buying right: a surveyor's perspective; There are some great buys on used boats if you know what to look for. A marine surveyor explains how to evaluate a boat's systems and performance before making a purchase offer.(From the Files of DIY Boat Owner Magazine) From: BOAT/U.S. Magazine | Date: May 1, 2007| Author: Canfield, Susan | COPYRIGHT 2007 Boat Owners Association. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

The process of buying a used boat is often an emotional experience. It involves considerable risk too, especially for inexperienced buyers. Even experienced boaters can make critical mistakes while boat shopping that cost them time, money and unnecessary stress. Doing your homework beforehand is key to being a happy boat buyer. If you skip the fundamentals, you may regret the day you signed that purchase contract.

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As a marine surveyor, I...