Tips for Buying a Yacht

Yachts have a well-earned reputation for luxury. If your goal is to enjoy a leisurely cruise in a stylish vessel, a yacht is the way to go. Of course, there are many different kinds of yachts, and most buyers need a little help to find the one that fits their needs just right. Luckily, the experts at Spring Brook Marina have put together this guide to help get you started on your yacht-buying journey. 

Yacht Types

There are actually a couple of different types of yachts, each catering to a different set of needs. Your standard motor yacht is built for comfortable cruising. These agile and cozy crafts can reach up to 40' or more in length, giving you more than enough room for all of your passengers. There are also luxury superyachts. These vessels, which often exceed 100’ in length, are outside of most people’s price ranges, but the dream of owning a craft with such spacious facilities is certainly an appealing one. 

On the more reasonable end of the price spectrum lay sailing yachts. While most modern vessels are driven by propeller power, there is a certain romanticism to using a sail to get around. As a bonus, this option is very eco-friendly. For those who are interested in fishing and exploring deep ocean waters, we recommend a sport fishing yacht. These durable crafts can traverse the ocean like few other boats can, making them perfect for catching big-game fish such as marlin, tuna, sailfish, and so on.

Last but not least are trawlers. Trawlers are built with round displacement bottoms or hulls and have smaller engines. Combining these two traits into one vessel grants trawlers unparalleled fuel efficiency. They also offer great comfort features like spacious salons on the main deck and staterooms below deck. This means plenty of room for sleeping accommodations, toilets, showers, and kitchens.

The Cost Of A Yacht

While a massive superyacht with its own crew will obviously cost much more than a simple sailing or motor yacht, even these cheaper vessels can get a bit pricey. Luckily, there are ways to help make yacht buying more affordable. There are many used yacht models on the market that are still in excellent condition and yet cost far less than a new model due to depreciation. If the cost is still too great or you absolutely must purchase your boat new, financing is another great option.

To view our selection of new and pre-owned yachts or to access our parts and servicing departments, visit Spring Brook Marina. We operate six locations throughout the Midwest, including one in Chicago, Illinois. This allows us to proudly serve visitors from all over, including St. Louis, Missouri.