2010 CHAPARRAL 216 SSi classifieds board2010 Chaparral 216 SSI (6.55 m)Engine 260 hp Mercruiser 5.0L MPI Alpha I
Run time 73 hrs
LOA w/ Swim Platform: 21 6 6.55 m
Beam: 842.54 m
Bridge Clearance: 45 1.35 m
Deadrise: 20
Fuel Capacity: 40 gal 151 L
Draft Down: 34 86 cm
Draft Up: 16 41 cm
Dry Weight: 3500 lbs 1588 kg
Passenger Capacity (NMMA): 11 Persons/ 1500 lbs
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2010 CHAPARRAL 216 SSI ONLY 73 TOTAL HOURS
Like-new 2010 Chaparral 216 SSi with upgraded 260-hp 5.0L MPI Mercruiser V8, Convenience & Premium Package, Two-tone Kevlar Reinforced Hull & Titanium Helm console. Always dry-stored and decked out with nifty upgrades such as pop-up cleats, docking lights, transom stereo remote and transom trim/tilt switch as well as snap-in carpets, over-sized lounger sun bed, integrated swim platform, high-end stereo and more. We just traded in this boat available for showing at our store in Pompano Beach.
INSTALLED OPTIONS
- Engine Mercruiser 5.0L MPI Alpha 260hp
- Convenience Package
- Compass
- Digital Depth
- Transom Tilt Switch
- Transom Stereo Remote
- Helm Stereo Remote
- Premium Package
- Docking Lights
- Pull-up Cleats (8-Including Swim Platform)
- Bow Scuff Plate
- Snap In Carpet
- Titanium Console
- Wide Band Sport Graphics (Red/White)
- Bimini Top w Front Eisenglass Enclosures
- Cockpit Cover
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ENGINE5.0L V8 Mercruiser 260 hp Alpha I outdrive, stainless steel propeller Total run time: 73 Performance Cruise at 28.6 MPH @ 3,000 RPM Top Speed 52.4 MPH WOT @ 5,000 RPM
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STANDARD HIGHLIGHTS
Bow ice chest (insulated) with overboard drain Bow walk-thru door Carry-on cooler with dedicated storage 25 quart Lockable glove box with liner AM/FM CD player and MP3 jack Ski and kneeboard storage in floor with rubber mat Ultra-comfort pedestal seats with flip-up bolster Water resistant speakers (4) Wide Tech bow seating with storage underneath Wraparound walk-thru windshield with custom stainless steel supports Accessory panels with dual illuminated LED switches and Water resistant DC breakers 100% Perma panel marine coring Integrated swim platform
GALLERY
STANDARD FEATURES
COCKPITBow Ice Chest (Insulated) with Overboard Drain Bow Walk-Thru Door Carry-On Cooler with Dedicated Storage -25 quart Cockpit Drainage System (CDS) Cockpit Layout Two Bucket Seats with Logo Badging, U-Shaped Bench Seat, and Aft Sundeck with Three-Way Hinged Cushions for Walk-Thru Custom Molded Fiberglass Side Panels with Full Length Padded Armrests DC Power Plugs -12v (Helm and in Glovebox) Diamond Pattern Non-Skid Dura-Life Max 36oz. Premium Expanded Vinyl Cockpit Upholstery Fiberglass Molded Bowrider Area Fiberglass Structural Liner Hinged Bow Backrests to Access Storage Interior Color Packages: Black, Blue, Dune, Red or Yellow LED Lighting in Cockpit Blue Lockable Glove Box with Liner Molded-In Footrest Premium Sound System: Sirius Satellite Ready, AM/FM CD Player and MP3 Jack Ski and Kneeboard Storage in Floor with Rubber Mat Stainless Steel Cockpit Grab handles Stainless Steel Cupholders (6) StarLite Seat Bases with Flow Foam Storage Under Rear Bench Ultra-Comfort Pedestal Seats with Flip-up Bolster Water Resistant Speakers (4) Wide Tech Bow Seating with Storage Underneath Wraparound Walk-Thru Windshield with Custom Stainless Steel Supports
UTILITY100% Perma Panel Marine Coring (Lifetime Warranty) Anchor and Rope Locker with Molded Lid Battery On/Off Switch Battery Tray Bilge Blower Bilge Pump Automatic Brass Threaded Garboard Drain Plug Electric Horn Extended V-Plane Hull Kevlar Re-Inforced Hull Laminate Lifetime Limited Hull Warranty Navigational Lights NMMA Certified Polyethylene Fuel Tank with Port and Starboard Deck Fill Plates Premium Hydropel Resin PVC Rubrail with Stainless Steel Insert Stainless Steel Hardware, Including Large Bow and Stern Eyes, Stern Rail w/ Ski Eye, Rail, 4-Bolt Cleats (6) and Flush Pull Latches Stainless Steel, Three Step Boarding Ladder Concealed Under Molded Lid Stainless Steel Thru-Hull Fittings (Electro Polished) Three Blade Stainless Steel Props on Mercury and Volvo Engines
DASHAccessory Panels with Dual Illuminated LED Switches and Water Resistant DC Breakers Custom Molded Dash with Color Coordinated Switch Panels Digital Hour Meter Electrical Connectors Triple O-Ring Sealed and Water Tight Full Analog Instrumentation with Glass Lenses (Fog Resistant), Brushed Aluminum Faces and Stainless Steel Bezels Grounding Bars Engine and Dash Instrument Dimmer Switch Loom Wrapped Wiring Polished Spoke Steering Wheel Power Steering Tilt Steering Helm
ACTIVITYIntegrated Swim Platform
CANVASColor Coordinated Bimini Top with Windscreen and Boot (Sunbrella) Red
COLORAll White Premium Gelcoat Hull with Red Color GraphicsWHAT THEY SAY:
Chaparral writes We didnt just push the design envelope with the 216 SSi, we ripped it to shreds with a bowrider that has become an icon in the marine industry. The 216 is a premier family sportboat with a connected-to-the water feeling that turns everyday weekends into endless adventures. Featuring a smartly designed interior that looks good and functions even better, the 216 showcases Chaparrals superior fit and finish from bow to stern. Perfectly balanced and extremely efficient, the 216s Extended V-Plane running surface sips less fuel yet out performs leading rivals in this size range. A thorough list of standard equipment is highlighted by a large Bimini top with front windscreen that provides all weather protection. Under the gelcoat, Quad Radial Lamination and Kevlar reinforcement keep the strength up and the weight down..
CAPTAINS REPORT
Stern FeaturesTheres a lot going on at the stern of the Chaparral 216 SSi, starting with the integrated swim platform, which on our test boat featured the optional logo-ed non-skid. Not only does it improve your safety on the swim platform but it also gives a nice finished look to the deck. Right in the middle of the transom is a stainless steel grab rail with an integrated tow hook. To starboard is a concealed three-step re-boarding ladder in direct line of sight to the helm, and while the top rung consists of a grab handle Id still like to see an additional handhold cut out into the hatch cover.
The three-step boarding ladder is in clear view of the helm. The non-skid is part of an optional package. Notice the stainless engine room air vents.
Our test 216 featured the optional premium package (our boat has that too) that replaces the six standard cleats with eight pull-up cleats and adds a scuff plate at the bow and docking lights. While on the subject of options, our test boat also featured the convenience package (our boat has that too) with a stereo remote on the transom that shares a mount with the engine tilt switch, a compass, and digital depth finder. Before we leave the stern its important to note that Chaparral thoughtfully provides a fuel fill on both sides of the boat as tandard.
Now Boarding- Theres a very large sun pad at the stern; the starboard end flips open to allow you to enter the cockpit. But theres a catch built into that starboard side flip-up that allows it to remain in the chaise lounge recliner position. This is a great idea and I guarantee well be seeing this on other boats. The deck of the walkthrough is fitted with a hatch that opens to reveal a storage compartment.
CockpitOnce you step through the walkthrough and into the cockpit, the filler cushion is placed over the step creating C-shaped seating across the whole aft end of the cockpit. Convenient armrests are to port and starboard, as well as stainless steel grab handles and drink holders. Both the passenger and captain get very comfortable wrap-around bucket seats that are open at the back for ventilation on warm days.
The navigator also gets not one, but two comfortable armrests, a convenient stainless steel grab handle, and that seat slides fore and aft, as well as rotates around to face aft to watch the action at the end of the tow line. Both seats also feature flip-up bolsters. This is an important detail when running in choppy conditions at speed, permitting both people to lean instead of sit.
Sole storage can be accessed without having to lift up the snap-in carpeting. The storage itself is a separate chamber from the bilge area, a rubber mat lines the floor of the compartment, the lid is gasketed all the way around and supported by a gas assist strut.
The vinyl on the seats is Duralife Max and Chaparral has an exclusive contract for its use. Its 36 oz thick with a 10 mil thick top layer, double French-stitched and surprisingly resistant to staining.
HelmThe helm is laid out in basic fashion with fog-proof Chaparral branded gauges with chrome bezels. Chaparral also offers an optional digital gauge package. To the left is your fuel gauge, a speedometer, then a 4-in-1 gauge showing trim, volts, oil pressure, and engine temp. To the right is a tachometer with an integrated hour meter followed by a depth gauge all the way to the right side of the panel.
The gauges are mounted in a plastic panel just above two rows of rocker switches in aluminum wood grain panels (part of the optional driftwood package)finished with eight coats of clear coat. The switches are all double lighted: lighted full-time with an additional indicator light when the switch is active. A dimmer lies to the far right just below the 12-volt supply socket. Our test boat was equipped with power steering connected to a tilt wheel. The compass, which is part of the convenience package we previously mentioned, lies above the panel directly in line of sight of the operator.
To the right of the operator is a comfortable armrest molded into the custom fiberglass side panel. When you bring the engine control to the forward position your hand comes to rest comfortably at the end of the armrest. Ahead, slightly to the right of the controls, the stereo remote is right at your fingertips. This is a remote that is integrated with the upgraded stereo package that blends nicely with controlling your iPod. All of the iPod displays are repeated in the remote, even when I decided to get creative after the test and listen to Pandora Internet radio on my iPhone. I had to smile and give extra points to Chaparral for the Pandora controls being displayed on the remote. Underneath the helm is plenty of leg room for even the tallest of operators.
Walkthrough to the BowThe windshield is surrounded by a very beefy frame, with single piece stainless steel supports that held my full weight. With the walkthrough windshield opened, theres no need to snap a strap in place as it is held by a magnetic catch. To block off the chilly air during the shoulder seasons, the windshield is closed off along with a door just below.
Opening the walkthrough door reveals the bulkhead mounted stereo just above a receptacle area for the wastebasket. When the door is fully opened and blocking off the walkthrough, it latches into the starboard side console. This is an area that could use a little work as the latch took quite a bit of attention to get it into the locked position, an inconvenient task while the boat is at speed. Even with it in the latched position, the door tended to unlatch itself once we started jumping across waves. A better solution would be to have the door automatically latch and then release it to close again.
Wide Tech Bow- Theres a surprising amount of room in the bow of the 216 SSi thanks to what Chaparral refers to as the Wide Tech bow. At the gunwales it has the appearance of a pickle fork bow, while below the rubrail it is pure V-hull.
There is V-seating as you would normally expect in a bowrider. Both seatbacks pull forward at the top to reveal storage behind. The seatbacks are held snugly in place by magnetic catches in the upper corners of the cushions base. The seats lift out easily to reveal additional storage underneath, and I also took note that there are gutters around the openings of the storage areas to channel water away from the compartment and out to the deck drains. When I removed the forward-most cushion, I expected just a simple non-skid step leading off the bow. Instead, I found a molded-in insulated cooler with an overboard drain.
The Wide Tech bow not only provides a large non-skid foredeck area, but a dedicated anchor locker complete with latches to hold your Danforth in place. When closed, the anchor locker hatch rests on rubber bumpers that will prevent that annoying vibrating noise that you find with a fiberglass-to-fiberglass connection. On either side of the bow are pull-up cleats.
Handling the 216 SSiIt didnt take me long to get familiar with, and really like, the handling characteristics of the Chaparral 216 SSi. Its important to note that responsiveness to the throttle will come in very handy when towing skiers or wakeboarders. As you enter a turn and the boat starts to bleed off speed, youll always have extra power to throw in and keep the speed up.
Trimming the 216 SSi is very simple. Just get up to planing speed and start bringing the trim up. You will see the spray start to move from the helm position back to the aft quarters and feel the associated acceleration. Youll know when youve added too much trim when the propeller starts to ventilate. You will not get any bow oscillation from too much trim.
PerformanceFor turning performance, the boat has a nice a gentle bank, and once the turn is established go ahead and add power as itll just press you down into your seat rather than moving you to the outside of the turn. Upon accelerating, the bow would come up between 13 and 15-degrees with no loss of visibility. Cruise attitude is roughly 3-degrees bow high.
Our top speed was reached at 5000 rpm and 52.4 mph. At that speed we had a 21.4 gph fuel burn while getting 2.45 mpg for a range of 88 miles. Pulled back to a more economical cruise speed of 3000 rpm, we were running at 28.6 mph while burning 7.6 gph, and getting 3.76 mpg for a range of 135 miles.
Thanks to the extended V-Plane hull, our time to plane was 3.7 seconds. We reached 20 mph in 5.7 seconds, 30 mph in 8.5 seconds, 40 mph in 11.4 seconds, and accelerated through 50 mph in 18.5 seconds.
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Le Havre, France
Athens, Greece
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Delivery to Asia, South America, and Central America,
and other destinations is also available. We are licensed and bonded by
the Federal Maritime Commission as an NVOCC meaning that we have
in-house control of shipping with exclusive contracts which means no
middlemen i.e. very competitive shipping prices.We offer competitive rates on nationwide delivery to your door. Please contact us for an immediate quote.
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Deposit of $1,000 isrequiredwithin 2 days from end of auction. If you are planning to finance the boat, youMUSTpre- qualifybeforebidding. Boat sold as is where is and must be paid in full and funds available in our accounts within 7 days from end of auction. For Florida residents we collect sales tax and tag/title/registration fee of $350. Items are listed locally and internationally and we reserve the right to end listings early with or without bids. All boats are sold as is where is. Inspect BEFORE bidding. All boats located in Pompano Beach, FL 33060. We ship worldwide please contact for freight quote.
Payment methods:$1,000 deposit within 2 days of closing of auction. Balance should be paid within 7 days and must clear our accounts prior to boat leaving our store.
Shipping:Nationwide delivery is available as well as shipping worldwide. Please contact us for quotes on shipping.
Contact:Boats International, Inc. 771 W Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Phone: +1.phone or email
Welcome toBoats International Group!
Headquartered in Pompano Beach Florida, Boats International Group is the operating enterprise behind the following brand names:
BOATS INTERNATIONAL BOATS.DE(Boats International, Inc.) AAA-rated boat dealership located in the heart of the Fort Lauderdale metropolitan area the undisputed Yachting Capital of the World. With close to an acre of prime real-estate showroom just off South Floridas main artery I-95 and with easy access to the Intra-Coastal Waterway, the boat dealership displays a wide variety of brand name powerboats such as Sea Ray, Regal, Chaparral, and Monterey.
Boats International carries predominantly new, pre-owned, and trade-in powerboats and cabin cruisers in inventory. The company recently doubled its showroom capacity which paved way for the introduction of the in-house brokerage & consignment division all under one roof. Larger vessels and yachts are docked with direct Intracoastal access for easy showings and sea-trials.
BOATEXPORT.COM(boatexport.com, inc.) U.S. premiere provider of boat & yacht export solutions for domestic and international buyers & sellers. Boatexport.com is a full-service export company that is licensed by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) as a Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC). Boatexport.com has exclusive shipping contracts with some of the worlds largest shipping lines and offers competitive rates on RORO-shipping of boats & yachts worldwide.
BOATLOGISTIC.COM(Boat Logistic, Inc.) Domestic & Continental transport facilitator that provides aggressive rates on inland road transports of boats & yachts. Boat Logistics offers competitive pricing on pre-export and pre-transport preparation of boats & yachts including shrink-wrapping service, shipping cradle construction, CE-certification (through Germanischer Lloyd and CEproof), as well as fumigation of vessels/cradles and de-gassing of refrigerants to comply with international import regulations.
Importing a Boat to Australia
We have some of the best rates for RORO-shipping to Australia in the U.S. and we serve the ports of Brisbane, Adelaide, Port Kembla, Fremantle, and Melbourne. Whether you are a repeat customer or a first-time buyer, heres a few tips and reminders about buying, shipping, and importing boats and yachts to Australia from the U.S.
Finding the right boat.Buying a boat from another country often means dealing with people that you never met or dealt with in the past. Theres tons of free classified ads and Craigs list-type re-advertisers on the internet with deals just too good to be true. If it sounds too good, then, youd guessed it, it probably is a scam.
Do your research. Be realistic. Partner up with a Pro (like us).
We suggest you deal with us. Each week we get shipping, export, and certification inquiries from some of the countrys well respected marine dealers. We work in close cooperation with country-wide brand name retailers such as Marinemax and with the brand stores of Regal, Chaparral, Monterey, Bayliner, Larson just to mention a few.
We are a fully licensed Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier by the Federal Maritime Commission and as such we operate our own in-house shipping company. We have exclusive contracts with some of the largest steamship companies in the world. As one of the rather few NVOCCs we have the authority to buy and resell space on ocean-going cargo ships and issue our own bills of lading. What does this mean for you? As an individual? Well, by contacting us directly you are likely to save considerable time and money by dealing directly with the contract holder (as opposed to a string of middlemen).
Buying a boat directly from us or through our brokerage divisionBoats International, Inc. is our own in-house discount boat dealership. We buy bulk trade-ins from the big retailers but we also buy from banks and individuals as well. For the past 20+ years our focus have been to absorb distressed inventory and floor-plan boats from cash-strapped dealers and resell these locally and overseas. As we now are completing our store expansion project (September, 2011) we will be able to take on even more inventory then in the past and also have space over to showcase brokerage and consignment boats.
Most of our international buyers rely on our reputation and expertise as a key player on the U.S. domestic and international boat market and they seek our help to source the boat(s) that they seek. If we do not have what they seek in stock well be sure to find it through our network of dealers and banks for the right money.
Whether your buying a stock boat from us or one from another dealer we are well equipped to assist you with every step from inspection to final delivery of your boat or yacht to Australia. For example we can help you or your client with:
Finding a Boat or Yachtthat meets (or exceeds) your requirements in terms of condition, equipment, and of course price
Negotiate the Deal(including but not limited to title searches, accident reports, previous owner status, etc)
Survey & Physical Inspection(we have a longstanding partnership with a number of accredited marine surveyors, mechanics, and experts in most regions of the country)
Closing the Dealwe often act as intermediary for international buyers as most of our overseas clients prefer only to work with one turn-key partner
Pre-shipping Logisticsonce the deal is done and the boat paid for we assist in coordinating haul-outs, marina loadings, boat ramp pickups and inland U.S. land transport/trucking through our in-house logistics company Boatlogisti.com, Inc.
Pre-Export Preparation Sanitation, Fumigation, De-gassing of refrigerants.Australia has (as you probably know already) very specific and strict import restrictions for boats and vessels. The governing body is the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) which is part of the Australian Governments Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Depending on the geographical location of the boat and the required preparation of the vessel we can either prepare the boat for export to Australia while underway, or we can have it completed at our marina in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Australian Shipping Services Teamour Australian Shipping Services Team assist with Sanitize boats & yachts prior to port delivery AQIS will stop all boats that are dirty and soiled to check for insect/parasite infestations
Fumigation of boats and cradles according to AQIS-standard (Methyl Bromide 3.0 lbs / 1,000 cubic feet / 24 hrs) De-gassing of
Air-conditioning Systems (AC) Refrigeration HVAC HFC HCFC Providing HVAC Customs Certification
With our certificates our customer are NOT REQUIRED to obtain the otherwise very expensive Australian import licenses.
Trailer Import Permit AssistanceThe Australian Governments Department of Infrastructure and Transport requires that all imported boat trailers have an Import Approval. You can read more about the approval at the Departments website or you can download the .pdf-application Import a Small Road Trailer here.
Import Duties and Goods and Services Tax (GST)If youre buying a US-made boat, according to the United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement, you arent required to pay the 5% duty (as well supply the required waiver forms). You must, however pay 10% GST on all costs associated with the purchase of the the boat, ocean freight, duty, wharf charges, customs broker fees, and destination port fees..
ISPM-15 No Worries Mate We Fumigate All Wooden Cradles & Provide Proof of FumigationInternational Standards For Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM 15) is an International Phytosanitary Measure developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) that directly addresses the need to treat wood materials of a thickness greater than 6mm, used to ship products between countries. Its main purpose is to prevent the international transport and spread of disease and insects that could negatively affect plants or ecosystems. ISPM 15 affects all wood packaging material (pallets, crates, dunnages, etc.) requiring that they be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded,[1] with a mark of compliance. This mark of compliance is colloquially known as the wheat stamp. Products exempt from the ISPM 15 are made from alternative material, like paper, plastic or wood panel products (i.e. OSB, hardboard, and plywood).Customs Broker Fees & Destination Charges in AustraliaTheres tons of websites out there claiming to be the know-it-all for import questions concerning boats & yachts to Australia. Fortunately, we are not one of them. While we can recommend quite a few competent companies in Australia it is ultimately up to you to pick a customs partner in your home port. As is true for all facets of our business we believe that there are no shortcuts to sustained success in business (or life for that matter). That said we recommend that you seek the advice of an Australian Customs Broker who is licensed by the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc CBFCA-Australia Website to inquire about recent legal and import changes pertaining to your planned import.
SLEEK. ULTRA MODERN. FIRST CLASS.
SLEEK. ULTRA MODERN. FIRST CLASS.
SLEEK. ULTRA MODERN. FIRST CLASS.
SLEEK. ULTRA MODERN. FIRST CLASS.
We have some of the best rates for RORO-shipping to Australia in the U.S. and we serve the ports of Brisbane, Adelaide, Port Kembla, Fremantle, and Melbourne. Whether you are a repeat customer or a first-time buyer, heres a few tips and reminders about buying, shipping, and importing boats and yachts to Australia from the U.S.
Finding the right boat.Buying a boat from another country often means dealing with people that you never met or dealt with in the past. Theres tons of free classified ads and Craigs list-type re-advertisers on the internet with deals just too good to be true. If it sounds too good, then, youd guessed it, it probably is a scam.
Do your research. Be realistic. Partner up with a Pro (like us).
We suggest you deal with us. Each week we get shipping, export, and certification inquiries from some of the countrys well respected marine dealers. We work in close cooperation with country-wide brand name retailers such as Marinemax and with the brand stores of Regal, Chaparral, Monterey, Bayliner, Larson just to mention a few.
We are a fully licensed Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier by the Federal Maritime Commission and as such we operate our own in-house shipping company. We have exclusive contracts with some of the largest steamship companies in the world. As one of the rather few NVOCCs we have the authority to buy and resell space on ocean-going cargo ships and issue our own bills of lading. What does this mean for you? As an individual? Well, by contacting us directly you are likely to save considerable time and money by dealing directly with the contract holder (as opposed to a string of middlemen).
Buying a boat directly from us or through our brokerage divisionBoats International, Inc. is our own in-house discount boat dealership. We buy bulk trade-ins from the big retailers but we also buy from banks and individuals as well. For the past 20+ years our focus have been to absorb distressed inventory and floor-plan boats from cash-strapped dealers and resell these locally and overseas. As we now are completing our store expansion project (September, 2011) we will be able to take on even more inventory then in the past and also have space over to showcase brokerage and consignment boats.
Most of our international buyers rely on our reputation and expertise as a key player on the U.S. domestic and international boat market and they seek our help to source the boat(s) that they seek. If we do not have what they seek in stock well be sure to find it through our network of dealers and banks for the right money.
Whether your buying a stock boat from us or one from another dealer we are well equipped to assist you with every step from inspection to final delivery of your boat or yacht to Australia. For example we can help you or your client with:
Finding a Boat or Yachtthat meets (or exceeds) your requirements in terms of condition, equipment, and of course price
Negotiate the Deal(including but not limited to title searches, accident reports, previous owner status, etc)
Survey & Physical Inspection(we have a longstanding partnership with a number of accredited marine surveyors, mechanics, and experts in most regions of the country)
Closing the Dealwe often act as intermediary for international buyers as most of our overseas clients prefer only to work with one turn-key partner
Pre-shipping Logisticsonce the deal is done and the boat paid for we assist in coordinating haul-outs, marina loadings, boat ramp pickups and inland U.S. land transport/trucking through our in-house logistics company Boatlogistic.com, Inc.
Pre-Export Preparation Sanitation, Fumigation, De-gassing of refrigerantsAustralia has (as you probably know already) very specific and strict import restrictions for boats and vessels. The governing body is the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) which is part of the Australian Governments Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Depending on the geographical location of the boat and the required preparation of the vessel we can either prepare the boat for export to Australia while underway, or we can have it completed at our marina in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Australian Shipping Services Teamour Australian Shipping Services Team assist with Sanitize boats & yachts prior to port delivery AQIS will stop all boats that are dirty and soiled to check for insect/parasite infestations
Fumigation of boats and cradles according to AQIS-standard (Methyl Bromide 3.0 lbs / 1,000 cubic feet / 24 hrs) De-gassing of
Air-conditioning Systems (AC) Refrigeration HVAC HFC HCFC Providing HVAC Customs Certification
With our certificates our customer are NOT REQUIRED to obtain the otherwise very expensive Australian import licenses.
Trailer Import Permit AssistanceThe Australian Governments Department of Infrastructure and Transport requires that all imported boat trailers have an Import Approval. You can read more about the approval at the Departments website or you can download the .pdf-application Import a Small Road Trailer here.
Import Duties and Goods and Services Tax (GST)If youre buying a US-made boat, according to the United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement, you arent required to pay the 5% duty (as well supply the required waiver forms). You must, however pay 10% GST on all costs associated with the purchase of the the boat, ocean freight, duty, wharf charges, customs broker fees, and destination port fees..
ISPM-15 No Worries Mate We Fumigate All Wooden Cradles & Provide Proof of FumigationInternational Standards For Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM 15) is an International Phytosanitary Measure developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) that directly addresses the need to treat wood materials of a thickness greater than 6mm, used to ship products between countries. Its main purpose is to prevent the international transport and spread of disease and insects that could negatively affect plants or ecosystems. ISPM 15 affects all wood packaging material (pallets, crates, dunnages, etc.) requiring that they be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded,[1] with a mark of compliance. This mark of compliance is colloquially known as the wheat stamp. Products exempt from the ISPM 15 are made from alternative material, like paper, plastic or wood panel products (i.e. OSB, hardboard, and plywood).Customs Broker Fees & Destination Charges in AustraliaTheres tons of websites out there claiming to be the know-it-all for import questions concerning boats & yachts to Australia. Fortunately, we are not one of them. While we can recommend quite a few competent companies in Australia it is ultimately up to you to pick a customs partner in your home port. As is true for all facets of our business we believe that there are no shortcuts to sustained success in business (or life for that matter). That said we recommend that you seek the advice of an Australian Customs Broker who is licensed by the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc CBFCA-Australia Website to inquire about recent legal and import changes pertaining to your planned import.
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