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What you should look for when buying a boat.

1. What are you going to do with your boat? Example activities enjoyed on the water such as picnicking, entertaining, fishing or water sports.

2. How many people will be on the boat while you are boating?

3. How important is a comfortable ride across the water?

4. Are wake characteristics important for sports discipline such slalom wake (small) or wakeboard wake (large)? Slalom wake is generally a flat bottom boat which means small wake, rough ride and wakeboard wake means deep V hull which means big wake and smoother ride. Boats that try to do both wakeboard and slalom are generally called crossover boats. The better the slalom wake on a crossover boat the harsher the ride.

5. Performance and horsepower. The boat must be properly powered in the initial purchase adding horsepower is very expensive and nullifies warranties.

Once you have answered these questions you can move forward with other items regarding your boat purchase.

The must know questions are next.

1. Is your tow vehicle adequate and safe to pull the size of boat you desire?

2. Do you have adequate space to store your boat and trailer? Can you take the platform off of your boat and get it back on easily to accommodate storage needs? Does the trailer have a swing tongue and how easy is it to use?

3. Will you be hauling your boat on long trips or will your boat stay at your lake house. Trailers are the most overlooked part of a boat buying decision.

4. How much do you want to spend or budget towards your boat? Average cost of new boat ownership on annual basis is $1,200.00 this will go down if you have your own winter storage and can do your own maintenance.

Now for the fun questions.

1. What colors and style do you like? Keep in mind color is critical in resale or trade allowances.

2. What kind of features would you like on your boat? Examples; stereo, speed control, tower, etc.

3. How does the interior feel to you? Are you comfortable, are the seats supportive, is the manufacture trying to hide a design flaw by having interior above the deck line? Do you have enough leg room when seated in the boat?

4. Does the boat have enough coolers and drink holders to accommodate your needs?

Dealer questions

1. How long has the dealer been in business?

2. Does he have certified mechanics that understand all aspects of boat operations, Ask how many years of hands on experience in this dealership does the mechanic have? The marine industry has high turnover and you want to make sure your big purchase will be taken care of.

3. What kind of certifications does the dealership mechanic have? They should have two or three certifications from various engine and boat builders to be a competent mechanic. Does the service department have the right instruments to diagnose problems. Many dealerships do not have these tools.

4. Does the dealer use subcontractors for services and what is their experience?

5. Does the dealership have adequate parking and ease of traffic flow for easy parking?

6. Where is the dealer located and how much overhead do you see when you walk in the business? This will directly affect the cost of your boat and service work. You want experience to be your cost.

7. Can the dealership offer full service at the dealership?

What to look for from builders

1. What kind of warranty is offered and how long does the approval process take?

2. How does the boat look, do you like the styling and features?

3. Is the rub rail straight and does the builder use gelcoat or pinstripes for accents on color?

4. Look at the sides of boats and look for imperfections or waves on the sides and deck of the boat. Notice gelcoat work and see how the finish looks. Colors should not show clouds or haze.

5. What kind of engine is offered and what kind of warranty comes with various motors?

6. Look at the interior of the boat and see how seat bases are constructed. Notice non visual areas and see if the builder uses different materials such as carpet and see how the non visual area is finished out.

7. Will parts be available for my boat in the future?

If you can answer these questions, you can find the right boat your family!!!!