New-boat premiums are up and early depreciation is steep. Anchorpoint Boat Buyers shows you the numbers and secures a verified second‑hand boat with more specification for less—handled end‑to‑end across SEQ.
Between option creep, dealer margins and insurance pressures, first‑year ownership costs have never looked more loaded. The steepest value drop happens in the first 24–36 months—right when many buyers realise the package they bought isn’t quite the one they need.
Before you commit to a factory order, compare the true cost of new versus late‑model used. In most cases, you’ll get more range, more capability and better resale by letting someone else pay for the depreciation curve.
There’s a better way to allocate the same budget.
| Factor | New Boat (2025) | Late‑Model Used (3–7y) |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | Highest (dealer margin + options) | 30–50% lower like‑for‑like |
| Immediate hit | ~10–20% on first launch | Already priced in |
| Depreciation years 1–3 | ~25–35% cumulative | ~10–18% cumulative |
| Insurance | Higher premiums | Lower premiums |
| Spec | Pay for every add‑on | Often includes electronics/biminis/trailer |
| Resale risk | High if needs change | More stable if serviced |
Want to run your own scenario? Try our estimator on Before You Buy New.
Redirect the new‑boat budget into late‑model used. You gain practical upgrades and avoid the steepest depreciation years.
Anchorpoint Boat Buyers coordinates independent inspections—engine compression, moisture testing, rigging and trailer checks—so value doesn’t come with risk.
Skip build queues. The SEQ market turns quickly when you know where to look and how to verify the good ones.
We scan dealer networks and marketplaces, price against comparables, and surface only genuine value.
Mechanical and structural inspections, sea‑trial guidance, HIN/title verification, trailer and electrics.
Firm negotiation, conditional offers and deal structures that protect you.
QLD TMR transfer handled and delivery to your driveway across SEQ.
In the first 24–36 months many packages see the sharpest depreciation. Buying late‑model used avoids paying for that curve while keeping reliability high.
We can target near‑new or dealer demo boats still under warranty, or structure an inspection and service plan that keeps risk low while saving significantly vs new.
Typical savings are 20–40% after options—often enough to step up a size or add premium electronics for the same overall spend.
Yes—Anchorpoint Boat Buyers manages QLD TMR transfer and delivery across SEQ so you’re on the water sooner.