Guides
The things worth knowing before you hand over money for a boat.
What a PPSR check on a boat actually tells you (and what it doesn't)
A $10 PPSR check can stop you losing a $40,000 boat. What the register covers, what it misses, and why you need the HIN before you pay anything.
Read guideEngine hours on a used outboard: what's high, what's normal
How many engine hours is too many on a used outboard? The number matters less than how they were accumulated — here's what high hours actually means, by engine type.
Read guideAluminium vs fibreglass: which boat hull actually suits how you'll use it
Aluminium vs fibreglass isn't about which boat hull is better. It's about weight, ride, maintenance and what you'll forgive — including whether a tinnie is enough.
Read guideBoat trailer weights explained: ATM, GTM, tare and ball weight
Four numbers decide whether you can legally tow a boat trailer in Australia. What each one means, where to find it, and the mistake that puts people over their limit without realising.
Read guideBuying a used boat privately in Australia: the complete checklist
A checklist for buying a second hand boat from a private seller in Australia — what to check, in what order, and which steps genuinely protect your money.
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