Sea Trial

A sea trial is a test run of a yacht on the water to check performance and handling.

What is a Sea Trial?

A sea trial is done before buying a yacht. The yacht is taken out on the water to test engines, steering, speed, noise, and overall comfort.

Buyers use sea trials to confirm the yacht performs as expected.

Key points:

  • Test run before purchase
  • Checks performance and systems
  • Done on open water

Example:
The buyer joins the sea trial before final payment.

Frequently Ask Questions

Strongly recommended for buyers.
Buyer, broker, captain, and surveyor.
Sometimes fuel costs apply.
No, mainly for sales.
Yes, if problems are found.

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