Used Boat Inspection Checklist
Boat-type-specific points to check before you buy, so nothing gets missed.
✅ Checks out on paper — still worth a sea trial and, for anything over $10K, a certified marine survey.
Before You Inspect: Check the Boat's History
Run the Hull Identification Number (HIN) before you spend time on a physical inspection — it's a quick way to catch a stolen or lien-encumbered boat before you invest any more time in it.
Check Boat Alert →🔍 What to Check on a Bay Boat
Saltwater corrosion on all hardware and metal fittings
Livewell pump condition and plumbing
Bilge and drain plug area for any leaking
Trailer condition — saltwater trailers corrode quickly
Jackplate condition and operation if equipped
New vs. Used
Great used market. Look for Ranger, Skeeter, Triton, Pathfinder, Shallow Sport, and Tidewater.
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