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Whether it’s personal watercraft, motor or sail boats, racing or cruising, the RYA Boat Buyers’ Handbook is written to assist either first time buyers or experienced traders buy their ideal boat regardless of whether it is new or secondhand.

This book consists of 72 pages filled with wonderful diagrams and photographs which really brings the book to life and takes any reader step by step all the way through the complex process of buying your own boat.  

The book has also been filled with plenty of guidance, expert knowledge and top tips which he really helps will help the reader by the correct boat for them. 

When asked at the official launch of this book at the London Boat Show in January 2011, Graham responded with "It concerns me when people end up buying a boat that doesn't suit them and I hope that my new book will help ensure people buy a boat that suits their needs, budgets and lifestyle"
 
Chapters include:
- objectives of ownership
- boat types
- building materials
- equipment
- finding and inspecting and
- the final inspection and making an offer.
 
Graham Moody's experience has come from a 45 year career in the boating industry. He is a highly experienced boat builder and sailor.  

Also available as an eBook

Reviews

You will get the very best advice from the author, a highly experienced boat builder and sailor, with an immense amount of knowledge on buying boat… There is a mine of information that should help you make the right choice – and save you a bucketful of money. Sailing SA, June 2011

Provides a reassuring set of guidelines...worth a £9.99 investment...Sailing Today, April 2011

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