Bluewater Service Network Recognized at Refit International Exhibition and Conference
The Bluewater Service Network was a standout at the annual Refit International Exhibition & Conference held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in January. Bluewater Yacht Yards accepted the Best Accomplishment in Refit Excellence award while Jarrett Bay Boatworks became...
Value of Sold Brokerage Boats Rises 7%
The value of all brokerage boats sold increased 7 percent in the U.S. last month, even as the number of boats sold declined by 4 percent compared to the previous December (2015). U.S. brokers reported a total of $274.8 million paid as 1,537 boats changed hands. Read...
Without a Shadow of a Doubt, a Great Broker
I’ve owned and sold my share of boats since the mid 70’s and used a broker for most sales. Most of my experiences were less than acceptable for numerous reasons. I have enough experience to separate the good from the bad. I can tell you without a shade of doubt that...
Persistence and Professionalism Lead to a Sale
Scott MacDonald had the listing on my old and relatively inexpensive 1985 Senator 35′ Flybridge Sedan trawler for almost 4 years. Scott was always responsive to prospective buyers despite the 1-hour drive across the bay to be available for showings. Generally,...
The Viking 37 Billfish is Ready – Are You?
Making her first premiere at the Viking VIP on February 3rd and 4th before her international debut at the Yachts Miami Beach show February 16th through 20th, the 37 Billfish shows off a classic day boat style, yet purpose built like her big siblings. Conceived and...
A Friendship to Outlast the Final Boat Transaction
Dereli Day Tripper 40 I am writing to comment on my experience in buying a boat through Bluewater Yacht Sales. My broker was Scott MacDonald and he was terrific in negotiations and in identifying pricing and vendors for things that needed correcting prior to purchase...
The Secret Behind Regulator’s Legendary Ride
REGULATOR TO THE CORE DEEP BENEATH THE SURFACE OF EVERY REGULATOR ON THE WATER TODAY, YOU WILL FIND THE SECRET BEHIND THE LEGENDARY RIDE. The formula is simple: a proven deep-vee hull with 24 degrees of deadrise at the transom, designed by renowned Naval Architect Lou...
Finding a Great Relationship with Bluewater Yacht Sales
I have always admired Regulator boats. When it came time to finally purchase and outfit one I found a great relationship with Bluewater Yacht Sales. John McDevitt addressed all my concerns and took the time to familiarize me with the Regulator features and...
Making Every Step Smooth and Burden-Less
Dear Jan: I want to thank Bob Hoste of your Bluewater staff for making the sale of my 35 Pettigrow and the purchase of the 34 Jarrett Bay easy, painless and pleasurable. He made every step smooth and burden-less. He is one of the most knowledgeable and personable...
Providing Great Early Life Access to the Water
Scott MacDonald made my Regulator 26FS buying process very easy this spring. Thanks again to you and everyone at Regulator for making a great boat that has allowed my boys to have great early life access to the water like my dad gave to me. The last photo is my boat...
