Used Cabin Cruisers in Delaware, USA

Check hull integrity for blisters or repairs, deck and transom condition, engine hours and service history, signs of water intrusion in cabins, electronics, plumbing, and condition of drives, propellers and steering linkages.

Yes. A marine survey and a sea trial verify mechanical condition, hull condition, and seaworthiness. A qualified surveyor can spot hidden issues and give a realistic repair estimate.

Use a specialist marine transport or yacht broker. Arrange cradle or lift points, confirm customs and import rules, get insurance for transit, and decide between truck, container, or ro-ro depending on size and distance.

Schedule regular engine services, lower unit/drive maintenance, impeller and raw-water pump checks, battery and electrical inspections, hull cleaning, anode replacement, and winterization if stored ashore.

Account for haul-out and storage fees, routine service and parts, insurance, slip or mooring fees, survey and transport costs, and potential upgrades for safety or navigation gear.

Drain and protect plumbing, stabilize and treat fuel, fog the engine if suggested, remove batteries or keep them on trickle chargers, cover the boat properly, and follow manufacturer winterization steps for engines and systems.