Great brokerage bargains for boat buyers as market heats up



3:43 AM Thu 23 Jun 2011 GMT
'Ensign broker, Peter Nicholson says it’s an exciting time for buying a used boat.' Ensign Ship Brokers Click Here to view large photo
Peter Nicholson, Broker at Ensign Ship Brokers, says it's a very exciting time in the 'pre-loved' boat market. 'There's a lot of activity at the moment, buying and selling,' he says, adding that buyers can find great bargains, from $20,000 to $6m boats, across the range. 'As far as pricing, there's downward pressure. It's a buyer's market. People can expect 5-10% beneath the asking price. But for sellers, depreciation depends on the boat, its age, hours, condition, make and model.' Peter reports sales have been fairly strong in Gladstone and the Gold Coast is doing well. 'But we are selling ...


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by Jeni Bone
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