Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Sensei 9M Sails Italy - Two New Photos, November 2010
Sensei 9M, by Sensei Italy - All Rights Reserved, 2010-2011
Posted by Sensei Yachts USA
Phone: 877-393-9051, Toll-Free
Annapolis, Maryland, USA
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
FAQs from AuthenticYachts.com (continued)
10. What Does It Cost to Prep A Boat For Shipping & Delivery To My Location, By Road?
Many boat buyers find a great deal on a used boat, or a demo boat, but it's not close to home. So the next question is usually, "what does it cost to get it ready for shipping"?
Power or sail, boats must be made ready by a marina or a sub-contractor for the boat hauler, if the boat is to be delivered by road.
Height and width restrictions on most roads will require that masts be taken down, and antennas, lights, and rigging, must also go. These items are then wrapped and stowed on the deck, or in the boat, in most cases.
This important job must be done correctly or the boat hauler will not be able to load safely, and the boat buyer will face additional fees for last-minute corrections.
If the boat is under 40' LOA, be prepared to spend up to $2,000. USD for the prep work. This cost can be lowered somewhat if you do some of the work yourself, but if you have a sail boat with a mast, it's hard to avoid the usual fees associated with de-rigging. Boats over 40' LOA need to be priced carefully, and you may even want to get two or three quotes, depending on the complexity of the job. Your professional yacht broker should be able to recommend several good contractors for estimates, but remember that the final choice is up to you: welcome to the world of boat ownership!
Allow a full week for your contractor to complete the job; longer if weather is less than ideal. Under no circumstances should the boat hauler be invited to pick up the boat until the prep work is completed.
On the receiving end, be sure that the people who will be commissioning the boat and re-rigging it, have a correct inventory of stowed gear, along with any special instructions from the contractor who de-commissioned the boat. Photos from the de-commissioning are appreciated too, especially if there are any unique fittings.
Many boat buyers find a great deal on a used boat, or a demo boat, but it's not close to home. So the next question is usually, "what does it cost to get it ready for shipping"?
Power or sail, boats must be made ready by a marina or a sub-contractor for the boat hauler, if the boat is to be delivered by road.
Height and width restrictions on most roads will require that masts be taken down, and antennas, lights, and rigging, must also go. These items are then wrapped and stowed on the deck, or in the boat, in most cases.
This important job must be done correctly or the boat hauler will not be able to load safely, and the boat buyer will face additional fees for last-minute corrections.
If the boat is under 40' LOA, be prepared to spend up to $2,000. USD for the prep work. This cost can be lowered somewhat if you do some of the work yourself, but if you have a sail boat with a mast, it's hard to avoid the usual fees associated with de-rigging. Boats over 40' LOA need to be priced carefully, and you may even want to get two or three quotes, depending on the complexity of the job. Your professional yacht broker should be able to recommend several good contractors for estimates, but remember that the final choice is up to you: welcome to the world of boat ownership!
Allow a full week for your contractor to complete the job; longer if weather is less than ideal. Under no circumstances should the boat hauler be invited to pick up the boat until the prep work is completed.
On the receiving end, be sure that the people who will be commissioning the boat and re-rigging it, have a correct inventory of stowed gear, along with any special instructions from the contractor who de-commissioned the boat. Photos from the de-commissioning are appreciated too, especially if there are any unique fittings.
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