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Bridge Marine Guide To Buying A Boat.
Never buy a boat without seeing it run in the water
Buy a boat within your price range, allowing for the following points:
  • Only purchase a vessel you feel you can handle as a first time boater then work your way up in size and power as you gain experience and confidenc Be aware of the Boat Safety Scheme (BSS).
  • The MOT of the boating world. Hoses, fire exstinguishers, batteries, gas and fuel lines, cookers and fridges will all be checked by BS marks, number and leaks. They must comply to pass.

    If the boat you have decided on does not have a boat safety certificate try to arrange to have it tested by a qualified BS inspector.
    You can request a copy of the BSS requirements, by ringing: 01932 201278, for a charge of £5
  • Having a Survey done
    Most insures require a survey report before covering a boat but it also a must for you safety and security (wooden boats especially) In GRP hulls a surveyor will look for OSMOSIS as well as looking at the structure itself.

    Osmosis is blistering of the gel coat. When this has occured the gel coat is peeled off the bottom of the boat. Then the boat is dried out until the moisture content is below 5% and then gel coat is re-applied.

    Don't be put off if the osmosis is very slight, it will not harm the boat and if placed in dry dock or storage every year or so will last a good few years before the peeling treatment is needed.
  • Find a mooring first
    Before you buy a boat that you wish to moor in the water it is a good idea to find a mooring first as water moorings and marina space is very limited.
    If you purchase a vessle on a trailer you can store it almost anywhere.
  • Forms
    A Thames river license and insurance application form can be obtained from us at Bridge Marine along with boat mark kits to identify your boat if it is lost or stolen.
GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY BOATING

If you would like anymore information or have any questions please give us a ring: 01932 245126




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