Buying at Boat Shows | Buyer's Guide
Buying at Boat Shows
Shows are the fastest way to compare yachts in person — but the show floor is designed to sell, so go prepared.
Why shows are useful
Cannes, Monaco, Fort Lauderdale and Southampton put dozens of yachts side by side in days. There is no faster way to compare layouts, build quality and feel in person, or to meet builders and specialists face to face.
Go with a plan
Shortlist before you arrive, book viewings, and set a clear budget. Show-floor energy and “show pricing” are designed to create urgency — useful only if the boat genuinely fits your brief.
Bring your own broker
Having a buyer’s broker with you means someone is reading the deal, not the sales pitch. NGY attends the major shows and can line up the right viewings and honest side-by-side comparisons for you.
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