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Winter Boat ShowsMany boaters are buried deep in snow right now, but have no fear, spring will soon be here. Winter Boat Shows help us dream of next summer's boating, so take the opportunity to visit a Boat Show near you to kick start your dreams. Arrange to meet up with some of your boating buddies at the Boat Show and to see all that is new and different this year. Research and shop for your natuical accessories, as well as your new boat. What should you know about Boat Shows before you go? This is just one subject covered in Doug's book "Buy a Boat With Confidence and Save Money". To buy your boat wisely with the knowledge you need, Know your responsibilities as the buyer of the boat Learn all this and more--what you need to know and why Compare productsLook for a boat that FITS you and your family. (FITS is described in detail in "Buy a Boat With Confidence") View New ProductsTake advantage of this fantastic opportunity to view hundreds of NEW boats and accessories on display with knowledgeable salespeople to answer your questions. The plan should be to start with many offerings and narrow down to a short list, expending as little energy and travel time as possible--Boat Shows help you accomplish this. ExhibitorsThe exhibitor who pays for the space could be a Manufacturer, a Distributor, a Marina/Dealer, a Broker, a Supplier, an Individual or a combination of these. If a Boat Manufacturer is renting the space, it may have Factory representatives working the booth, as well as marina salespeople representing the various Marinas/Dealers who are franchised to sell that brand. Each of these marinas may have brought staff from their marinas to work the booth--the owner, salespeople, service staff, family or friends to help out. When you walk into the booth, you should see a list of marinas represented. You will be able to identify the people working the booth by reading their name tags. Learn all you can from all the people you talk to. When talking with a sales rep, be honest about your level of boating knowledge and experience. Be straight and he/she will respond with a positive attitude and answer questions at the appropriate level. CompareOnce you're in the door of the Show, you are free to compare. It is easier to compare makes and models, because they are only a few minutes apart, rather than hours and miles apart. Buyers often walk back and forth across the aisle at Boat Shows many times, as they compare features and benefits. Ask QuestionsAsk your questions and insist on trying out a boat's physical attributes (i.e sit at the helm, sit on the toilet, lay on the bed etc. Is it ergonomically designed for you or someone with totally different dimensions?) Salespeople will take you seriously--not mistake you for a "Hull Thumper" (a term similar to "Tire Kicker" in the Car Industry to identify an unknowledgeable buyer). Remember that no question is a dumb question. The more you ask, the more the salesperson feels knowledgeable, and the more he'll tell you, and the more you'll learn. Ask the same questions of several reps at different booths. you'll be surprised how much more you will learn. Ask what equipment is included in the Boat Show special. Used BoatIf you are looking for a used boat, check with the Marinas, Brokers and Multiple Listing Services who are exhibiting and request a specification sheet. Having all your questions answered here, can save you miles of diriving, money and frustration later. If you are trading in your used boat, the salesperson will set a time to come and inspect your trade, so the deal won't be finalized until then. Usually this inspection and appraisal of your trade will be done after the Show closes unless the boat is nearby. Take a spec sheet of your boat, with an itemized list of equipment and dates of installations and upgrades so they can better evaluate your trade. FinancingBuying a new or used boat at a boat Show is a simpler process if you have financing pre-approved for comparison to Boat Show financing specials. Other DisplaysShop & research the many displays of accessories, trailers, dinghies, gifts, clothing, etc. at the Boat Shows and talk to factory reps and knowledgeable staff. Enjoy the ShowsEnjoy the Shows. They are there for you and all the exhibitors are prepared with product, information and knowledge--all in one place. Go with your questions, a note pad and a good pair of walking shoes. For more information on Doug's book, visit www.BuyTheRightBoat.com. With ~400 pages of information, you are sure to find many tips to help you buy right and save money. Boat Show ListFor a list of the February and March Boat Shows click here. Previous Newsletters:What if Your Chart Plotter Quits? e-LessonsAn e-Lesson is a lesson about one specific topic--like one chapter out of a book that you can dowload, print and read immediately. Dawsons e-Lessons
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