Any time you are selling a boat, you will get a faster sale and a better price if it looks clean and beautiful. Here’s some information on preparing your pontoon boat for resale, from the team at The Boat Yard. We’ve been in the pre-owned boat sales industry for over 30 years, and we’re one of the highest-volume dealers of pre-owned boats in the state, so we’ve got plenty of experience in the matter. 

When you are ready to sell your pontoon boat, we hope you’ll let us take care of it for you! We buy used boats and we’ve got a terrific consignment program! Find us just ten minutes from New Orleans in Marrero, Louisiana, right across the river.

Cleaning Your Pontoons

A clean, gleaming boat always commands a better price. If you’re ready to put a pontoon boat on the used market, one step you can take is cleaning the pontoons. While you’re at it, you can clean any other exposed aluminum and boost your curb appeal. 

Hopefully, you’ve been cleaning your pontoons casually throughout the year and giving them a good seasonal cleaning when they’re out of the water. To restore the pontoons to a fresh, shiny appearance, use an aluminum cleaning solution. We always recommend that you check your owner’s manual or consult with the manufacturer to make sure that you’re using a compatible product. 

Clean Your Cover

Most pontoon boats have a cover to protect against the elements and keep the furniture and upholstery clean. Take a hose and a soft-bristled brush to your cover and clean it thoroughly, especially all seams and folds. No matter how pretty the boat is, you also want it to look good when it’s covered.

Clean Your Upholstery

One reason people love pontoon boats is that they have all that seating. It’s kind of like a patio crossed with a boat. This makes for an incredibly comfortable ride, but it also means that pontoon boats have lots more upholstery than most vessels, so it really pays to make sure it looks good. Use a marine vinyl cleaner, and always dry your upholstery thoroughly after cleaning to discourage mildew. 

The Boat Yard Can Buy or Consign Your Pontoon Boat

We’ve been in the boat selling business for over 30 years, and we would be honored to sell your boat, too. We want you to get top dollar, so feel free to contact us for more information on how to make your boat look its best. A quick sale for the best price benefits us all! We look forward to helping you at The Boat Yard in Marrero, Louisiana, just ten minutes from New Orleans.