Buying a boat is much more than just plopping down a wad of money. I understand that it most likely transpired out of many years of dreaming and of planning and of many years of hard work and sacrifice. The decision of what the proper vessel should be, should not be just dependent on the Listing or Selling Broker's inventory. The proper decision to choose the right vessel for my client's needs, should be based on an objective decision, but subjectivity does come into play. I promise my client that their needs will always come first and foremost. This is why, I strongly suggest consulting an outside expert to advise you also, one who's only interest is what's right for you, just as someone would consult a doctor for a "Second Opinion". Not many brokers would suggest doing such a thing, for the fear of what they might loss. Not RogueWave, because our original intentions were always based clear, accurate and honest advise; proper advise based on years of experience.
Please give one of the world's greatest yacht designers that specializes in true offshore sailing vessels for the common man a call, you won't regret doing so, for Bob Perry is knowledgeable, pleasant, and loves talking boats as much as I do.
Here's what Bob Perry has to say:
I get so many requests from people asking that I help them find the right boat that I needed a way to give myself the time and freedom to respond thoroughly. I offer a consultation service that gives the client ongoing phone access to me. This means that, within reason, you can call as many times as you need to satisfy the questions you have during the boat buying process. It might be helpful for you to fax me specs on various boats you are looking at and let me be the devil's advocate to insure that you are exploring all the appropriate options.
It may be that you called for information on one of my designs but in fact there are other designer's boats that would better serve your needs. You may think that certain designs are mine while in fact my name was attached to them as a marketing convenience. This can be very important. I may have information pertaining to certain hull numbers that are better than others and which hull numbers had specific, genetic problems.
Working together we can reduce your list down to a group of good boats. When you are ready to make an offer I will give you some support on where to start the process. I will also go over specs and surveys with you in detail. This way we can search out the significant areas of concern and where your strength in negotiating may lie. I can direct you to knowledgeable and energetic brokers that have proven themselves to me.
When you have the boat you may need to buy some gear. I have access to some pretty significant discounts. I will sell major gear items to you at my price plus 10%. Some of my discounts run as high as 50%. This particular service also allows me to have some input on the way you equip your boat. When your boat looks good, I look good.
This service has made some good friends for me. Most consultation clients are very happy with my help. We can have some fun and find a good boat at a good price in the process. You may find that when you approach a broker and tell them that you have retained me as a consultant a whole level of "broker babble" immediately falls away.
This consultation service is also available if you already own a Perry boat and would like access to Bob for technical advice or a set of your boats's original plans. Bob can advise you on choice of gear, sail plan options, the best sailmakers and various ways you can make your boat perform better. This service is available for $350 USD.
Robert H. Perry
5801 Phinney Ave. N., Suite 100, Seattle, Washington, USA 98103
Phone: +1 206 789-7212 Fax: +1 206 789-7214
E-mail: info@perryboat.com
Bob Perry: RHP@perryboat.com
