Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Pre-Purchase inspection check list

Buying a used boat can present a multitude of issues - some big, some small. Our thorough check will highlight the issues and allow you to make an informed decision on whether to purchase the boat or not.

Our pre-purchase inspection includes the following:

(some check list items may not be applicable to all types and sizes of boats)

Check hull:

• Deck, cabin, transom & underside
• Fixtures, fittings & cleats
• Windscreen, hard top & canopy
• Electrical wiring, switch panel & fuses
• Fuel tank, fuel lines & filter
• Steering system
• Electronics & electrical items
• Radio & stereo
• Navigation, deck & cabin lighting
• Bilge pump, deck wash pump & freshwater pump
• Battery, battery cabling & switch
• Seats, seat pedestals & bases
• Hatches & covers
• Anchor, rope & chain
• Anchor & pot winch
• Safety Equipment

Check motor:

• Starting

• Idle speed

• Cooling water flow

• Thermostat operation

• Charge output

• PT&T operation & oil level

• Gearbox operation & shifting

• Pivots & bushing condition

• Engine oil (4 stroke motors)

• Gearcase oil

• Prop & prop shaft

• Harness & electrical items

• Control box condition & operation

• Control cable condition & operation

• Gauge condition & operation

• Anode condition

• Service condition

• Corrosion

• Onboard diagnostics (where available)

• Compression check (where possible)

• External check – manifolds & risers

• Drive belts & pulleys

• Leaks – fuel or water

• Loose parts

Check trailer:

• Chassis - corrosion & cracks

• Wheel bearings

• Tyres & rims

• Brake condition and operation

• Undercarriage – springs, axle & u-olts

• Trailer wiring

• Trailer lights

• Rollers & skids

• Winch & cable/strap

• Winch post and carrier

• Drawbar and hitch

• Safety chains and trailer plug

• Rego check