Selling Your Boat in Australia is an EASY process. Click here to find out Why Australia?
Yachting is a rapidly growing market here in Australia and has the biggest boat market in the Southern Hemisphere. Australia has been working hard to develop this and importation into Australia can be simple with the correct guidelines. DBY has been helping our customers for over 20 years to import their boats, therefore we offer a full range of services to make the process as easy as possible for you.
Importing –
DBY can assist you to import your boat into Australia for selling. You may require a local valuation from a recognised valuer. We can expediate this process quickly and put you in touch with a choice of approved valuers.
Call us or email us, as we are the experts in this. We will listen to your situation and work out what will suit your needs best.
Customs are great to work with in Australia. We believe strongly that our authorities are definitely surpassing those of other countries in customer service. Contact us first upon arrival or before, as we have done this many times before and give you some invaluable advice.
If not selling just now, you can apply for a cruising permit until you are more definite with your plans.
International Valuation for Importation & Sale
We only use approved 3rd party valuers that are well versed in valuations of internationals boats.
We will work with you to advertise your boat at the ideal market price. All of our brokers are experienced and active sailors backed by an abundance of resources and market information (click here to meet our team). Each sale is different and requires solid past experience to anticipate and plan ahead. Achieving a correct market valuation with the seller maximizes the impact on and reaction by potential buyers sourced through the major websites and the DBY customer network.
Moorings & Berths
DBY Boat Sales Head Office in Newport, Sydney has secure and protected sales moorings (less expensive than marina pens) for display of boats for sale. These moorings are adjacent to the two big yacht clubs at Newport, Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and Royal Motor Yacht Club, and are at the centre of the booking and marina service industry. This area is on show for all passing traffic and we pride ourselves on the flags and signs we place on board to help with advertising.
Berths can also be arranged in a variety of locations in both Sydney and Pittwater.
De-registration
As part of the sales process, it is important to be prepared for de-registration immediately as the sale becomes irrevocable. This assures purchasers of clear title and gives the purchaser the ability to register their boat in their own state or country.
Insurance
Save up to 50% on International Rates (click here to find out more about our insurance). DBY has over 2,000 clients that have chosen their insurance cover through us. We suggest either Club Marin, Pantaenius or New Wave and can arrange your policy at no extra charge. We can help you save big dollars on temporary monthly local insurance either while selling or cruising within 250 nautical miles of Australia. DBY is an accredited Valuer with Club Marine and can, at no extra charge, give Agreed Value policies. There will be a need for a brief Shipwrights report to confirm the integrity and condition of the boat and the report can be utilized as a positive sales tool in the promotion of the boat.
Personalised Service
Leaving Your Boat With Us – Many boats are left in our care when the owners leave and decide to go back to Europe/overseas. We look after the boat for you and conduct the total sales process without you having to be present.
Shipping – personal items are often left aboard. We are happy to arrange to send these home to you once you have settled back.
Tourism – One of the most enjoyable aspects of our job is acting as your tourist information source. We are so proud of our country and every year now, cruisers who are passing through or staying and selling, are treated to DBY’s great hospitality. Most of our customers travel on from Sydney, exploring Australia by camper van, backpacking or air travel. We can happily assist with this.
Just Visiting? No problem, please still call us or pop in for a coffee, we love to hear your plans and help with any recommendations that we can.
Haul Out, Repairs and Boat Detailing
DBY has a network of tradesmen, haul out facilities, boat detailing and boat styling. If needed, all types of services are available. Use our knowledge to get work done at the best prices.
International Money Transfers
DBY have access to great rates through our international banking setup with WORLD FIRST and our secure TRUST account. We can save you time and money by doing the hard work for you and getting your bank-beating exchange rates.
To find out more about Sailing your boat to Australia, read about the rallies that we recommend you join.
DBY is a full service brokerage for international cruisers wanting to sell. Read here to learn how we can help you with a new boat for sale in Australia
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