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Bought a second hand boat advertised as being in first class order. Had a survey done that highlighted a few issues but nothing major. Later I realized the survey report had been cut and pasted from a previous survey by the same person. It mentioned a previous name for the boat and some items no longer on the boat such as a generator. The troubles started almost immediately and I spent $25000 over the next 12 months until I sold it through the same broker. I cut my losses and spent more on a new boat.
We are really sorry to hear that you had that experience! Unfortunately this situation is far too common. We suggest getting the survey done by a 100% independent inspector - definitely not the guy recommended by the seller. Hopefully you are now getting joy from boating!
All my customers are clueless on what they buy. They always do opposite of what i warn them about. All they want to do is turn key and go like there cars. And then they cry when i give them the cost of all the obvious repairs that need made.