You don’t buy a second-hand catamaran every day. It is more than just an important investment; a part of your dream of a voyage is hanging in the balance with this transaction. Phillip Berman, a well-known dealer in the USA, and one of the top multihull specialists, shares his experience here, not without humour, so you can avoid making a mistake when you buy...
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Mistake #1: Searching for the largest, Cheapest Catamaran in your BudgetWhen shopping for a catamaran you should always buy the largest, most inexpensive boat, right? This is the very definition of a bargain, is it not?Well, maybe not.People tend to think bigger rather than smaller and feel confident that buying a lot more catamaran for a lot less money is smart.It is generally wiser to get the smallest and newest catamaran to serve your needs and budget. Consider the fact that big, inexpensive catamarans often need a substantial refit and will always cost more to sustain, maintain, insure, mo…
