Additional costs when buying a new boat ?

Hi, I am going to be purchasing a new or used Alumacraft Navigator 165 with a 90 hp Yamaha four stroke and a Shorelandr 2314 trailer. I have talk to several dealerships on prices and there all different of coarse. Today I choose to go with the lowest quote on a 2012 Navigator and had him email me a purchase agreement when I received it the price of the boat was $1647.00 higher than what he and I had discussed not including tax and license. I am just purchasing boat, motor, trailer and it comes with a third seat and battery that’s it nothing extra. My question is before I question the dealer about the extra cost I was wondering if there are usually additional costs when purchasing a new boat that typically aren’t included in the sticker price like mounting a motor etc. I would think that would have been included in the price though. Also do new yamahas come with a prop? I have never purchased a new boat before and I figured the price I negotiated with the dealer was the price I pay not including tax and license. Thanks!

I would go back to him and ask why the announced price increase.If he won’t stand by his original quote, I would be looking elsewheres. Lots of boat dealers out there that would gladly welcome your business.

I would question it for sure and ask why it wasn’t in your agreed price. Do you know the dealer? DO you trust them. When I purchased new rig this spring everything was discussed and including rigging etc on verbal quote. Then when I got purchase agreement it was the same except for sales tax and DNR licensing.

Mwal

Your sales man should have shown you the fine print: *Price, if shown, does not include government fees, taxes, dealer freight/preparation, dealer document preparation charges or any finance charges (if applicable). Final actual sales price will vary depending on options or accessories selected.

My guess it’s dealer freight/prep and document fees.

They come with a prop..and a good dealership will explain the std prop pitch options…the dia. and pitch requirements on a 90 will vary between boat models and styles.

Can I ask what dealer you are working with? There are a ton of used boats on the market, it is a buyers market. I would give the dealer a set amount you are willing to pay with all the extras added on includding sales tax and DNR licensing. If they will not deal walk away you might be supprized at what they come back with.

The large print Giveth, And the small print Taketh away!

I would be very careful with going strictly after the lowest price. A dealer that stands behind the sale and gives you great service after the purchase is worth paying a little extra for. A dealer that gives you a low price and then is an after the sale makes for a pretty unpleasant boat ownership experience.

If you purchase a boat from a dealer you will pay sales tax on the full purchase price. If you buy from a private party you only pay sales tax on the value of the trailer. Something to keep in mind.

Very simple fix and this is what I have done on my last two boat purchases. Ask them for their total out the door cost and along with it a Very Very detailed breakdown by item of what is included. Then you have a starting point for negotiations. When I made that last purchase I revised my offer to the dealer numerous times and went over it with a fine tooth comb before any money was exchanged. ALL was in writing and signed by both parties. Just my .02

Thanks everyone for all the great advice. I think I will shop elsewhere for a boat. The other dealers weren’t to much higher than my original quote and they are closer to where I live.

If you are in the thinking about a new boat, talk with Bill or Chad Hall at Algona Marine and Sport, Algona, IA. They are the largest dealer for Lund around I believe. Their motto is “We’ll not be under sold!” They proved it to me twice.
http://algonamarine.com/

Very Good people there!

I would get itemized quotes so you have an apples to apples comparision between dealership quotes. I would have to aggree with some words mentioned above about being leary of the low bids. Sometimes larger marine dealerships will purchase large volumes of boats in a particular model with less options on them to cheapen up the price. So make note of the available options on the boats you are being quoted for.
I think it is a sellers market right now, Steve. The advertised prices on some of these used boats at times can actually be higher then what they cost when they were new.

Have you looked at al’s marine in wesly Iowa??? I have done some buz with him and he does a great job. He really know his motors when it comes to fixing them. His name is Tom