used sailboats
A sailboat is a major investment and not many people can afford to buy it off the shelf, so to speak. For your first sailboat, you might want to pick up a used one. It is will be affordable and if it has weathered a few storms, you can check on its reputation as a seaworthy vessel as well.
One of the first things to check for in a used sailboat is its seaworthiness. Look for a fuel efficient hull. If you are buying a catamaran, you would have to check both hulls.
If the used sailboat has been repaired, get the receipts and service mans details beforehand.
Repair and maintenance work involves cleaning, painting, engine and electrical services, sails services and all hull, woods, deck and rigging works and so on. You ought to know a few repair tricks yourself, in case of an emergency.
Always make a trail run before you finally seal the deal and also check for insurance.
Following the policy of liberalization in India, the Indian shipping industry, major ports, as also national highways and water transport have been throw open to the private sector. The sale of used boats is brisk in the port areas & ship breaking yards near Vishakapatnam, India.
~ editor Annie Zaidi. copyright data indianchild.com
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