Buying and selling FAQs
Purchasing a boat
- Why should I buy my boat from Bates Wharf?
- Can I try a boat before buying it?
- Will I need to survey the boat?
- Do I need a licence to drive my boat?
- Will my boat need a licence?
- Do you teach me to drive the boat?
- Will my boat depreciate?
- Can you arrange finance?
- Do you have berthing facilities?
Selling a boat
Why should I buy my boat from Bates Wharf?
As a family run business established over a 100 years ago here at Bates we provide a professional & friendly service from start to finish, our boats are presented in a clean and tidy condition, and are kept warm in the winter!
We are members of the BMIF & BRBA to ensure that our code of practice is in accordance with their guidelines.
