I'm hoping to get a new (used) boat in the next month or so and am wondering roughly how much "play" is built into dealers prices? (I've always bought from individuals before)

A boat that is owned by a dealer, "free & clear", how much cushion do they buid into the prices? I know it's not a standard answer across the board, but what would you expect to see "discounted" on a 100-120k boat?

I'm not out to play games with anyone, don't want to waste their time, nor do I want to waste mine. I would be a cash buyer if it makes any difference in the equation.

Thanks in advance!

Andy

Most dealers price high in case someone wants to trade something. So people think they are getting good$$$ for there trade when really they are not.

Andy,
I bought my Baja in August of last year. Got some great advice from people on the board. It was suggested to me to offer 25% less than m.s.r.p., which I did. Ended up at about 23%. The negotiation took about 10 minutes. No b.s. back and forth. I was happy and I'm sure they made $ too. Good luck.

Jack

Really Depends On The Boat You Are Buying......
300,000.00 Boat Good Disc


Cheap Boat Not Alot

Andy, what are you looking for?

33 Powerplay, 2000-2002, efi's

I'd do a 32' AT as well, but the market on those appears to be pretty dry right now.

How about this 33' Powerplay?

http://www.offshoreonly.com/esvon/page-5281.html

Brother, I keep trying to find a way to justify having only a 3 pack. I love that boat, but unfortuantely, need more cockpit room. If I could justify buying 2 boats, your's would be one of them, believe me.

Maybe I should clarify my original question:

If you were buying a Used boat, from a dealer, and the price was between 100-130k, where would your offer be at & where might you expect to close?

The boat(s) in question are Powerplays, so I would think that is a factor as well, since they are no more.

Thanks,
Andy

Andy I Would Say 10 To 15 % Ive Got 4 Fountains And Formula And 3 Eliminators For Sale Right Now.