The Sabre 66 took the yachting community by storm three years ago. Everything about the newest and biggest Sabre was amazing, from her eye-catching lines and superyacht-grade interior joinery to her use of high-strength composites and lightweight materials throughout....
Are you looking for a center console that can take you anywhere? A boat that is practical for the family, but equipped for serious fishing? A boat that is nimble enough to navigate the flats, but robust enough to venture offshore? Arguably, such a boat did not exist...
Bluewater Plays a Role in Family’s Boating Legacy John Conrad would tell you that he was born into boating. “My dad always had boats, and I began working on boats as a teen and young adult,” he says. About twenty years ago, Conrad bought his first boat and has...
When shopping for your next boat, you may consider whether or not you will need to purchase a trailer. Having a trailerable boat allows for a lot of flexibility, but it can also create complications if you do not do your research. These are some of the most notable...
The Bluewater Yacht Sales Summer Cruise is our signature summer event where we rendezvous with customers and friends at a getaway destination within the Chesapeake Bay. For Bluewater’s 50th anniversary, we decided to bring the event back to where it all started in...
Nothing wrecks a day on the water like an engine that refuses to start or runs poorly and can’t build RPMs. Whether you’re running a high-powered center console, an older inboard, or just trying to get the tender back up and running, poor fuel quality can be the...
We all know Viking builds one of the best large sportfish boats on the market, but this year they have introduced several models under 50 feet. These new additions to the Viking family will prove once again that the company is faithfully carrying out its mission to...
Bluewater’s Annual Meeting and Team Appreciation Event The first week of April brought together Bluewater’s Sales, Support and Service teams for the annual Team Appreciation Event in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Over the course of two days, the entire company...
What to Expect When Seeking Pre-Approval Just as you would get pre-qualified before shopping for a new home, it is best to be prepared with a budget before you fall in love with a boat that may be out of reach. Boats are considered a discretionary purchase – meaning...
When going into the purchase of a vessel, we are commonly asked whether or not you should Document with the U.S. Coast Guard. In some situations the decision is based off of the preferences of the buyer, but in other situations it is required to proceed with the...
On February 1st, 2019, Viking Yachts CEO Pat Healey announced the creation of a new company called Valhalla Boatworks. The mission of this company is to take the signature Viking quality that has been seen in their sportfishing and motor yachts and integrate it into a...
Are you considering selling your boat? Whether you sell with a broker or sell privately, there are several things you should consider before putting up the “For Sale” sign. The last thing you want to do is place your boat on the market prematurely and have it sit...