Buying a Yacht with Clear Eyes
Enrique Dillon · Dillon Yachts Insights
A yacht purchase should be exciting, not uncertain. The best results come from a clear process and objective information. Follow these four steps to move forward with confidence.
1
Start with how you will use the boat
Define your priorities: cruising range, speed, guests, crew, and budget. Be honest about must-haves and nice-to-haves. A clear brief helps us focus on yachts that truly fit your plans.
2
Shortlist for condition and fit
We evaluate opportunities against your criteria — maintenance history, ownership, and market value — through Luke Brown Yachts inventory and quieter off-board opportunities. You’ll see only the boats worth your time.
3
Survey and sea trial
A professional survey and sea trial confirm what the listing cannot. We coordinate independent experts and review findings with you in plain language so you can decide with clear eyes.
4
Close on the boat you inspected
Negotiation is about more than price. We address terms, survey items, and closing details so the paperwork matches the boat you actually inspected.
Thinking about buying a yacht?
We would be pleased to learn more about your plans and share our market perspective. A quick conversation is the best place to start.