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Current market sentiment?

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by chassis, Sep 3, 2026 at 10:30 AM.

  1. chassis

    chassis New Member

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    What are the feelings on the current market sentiment for pre-owned yachts?

    To frame the question, the segment is six-figure (under $1m) yachts in the North American market. Superyachts sold in Hong Kong aren't interesting to me.

    Further, let's assume an "average" vessel in "average" condition among its for-sale peers. Yes, there are extremes in all directions regarding condition, price and features. And there is the golden mean.

    How is the supply of for-sale yachts? What is the typical spread between ask/list and sold prices?

    It would be great if recent sellers could chime in with their experience. Thanks!
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    Pascal Senior Member

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    so you re talking medium size boats/cabin cruisers not yachts.
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    chassis New Member

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    I am talking about yachts.

    Spoke with an owner today. "Boat market is not good for sellers. Lots of inventory. Buyers are reluctant."

    The owner wants to do a transaction with no broker.
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    Pascal Senior Member

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    lol… under a million dollars means a cabin cruiser, not a yacht. So how is one owner who doesn’t want to use a broker representative of the market?
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