What drives value
- Outboard hours and service history, especially on twin setups
- Hull and deck condition
- Electronics, T-top, and canvas
- Saltwater wear on the trailer and fittings
Pickup
Trailered boats are simple. Slip-kept boats are usually picked up at a ramp or lifted out.
Single or twin outboards
Center consoles from 18 to 25 feet usually run one outboard; larger boats often run twins or triples. Give us the hours on each engine and the date of the last service.
Saltwater wear
Most center consoles are used in saltwater. Buyers look at corrosion on the trailer, the steering, the T-top frame, and the engine. Freshwater flushing and a covered storage spot help value.
- Trailer frame, axles, and brakes
- T-top welds and canvas
- Hydraulic steering
- Livewell and washdown pumps
- Electronics and wiring
Dry stack and lift boats
Center consoles are common in dry stack storage and on lifts behind homes. We coordinate with the marina to bring the boat down, or schedule a ramp pickup from a lift.
Makes we see often
Boston Whaler, Grady-White, Mako, Sea Fox, Robalo, Key West, Sea Hunt, Sportsman, Scout, Pursuit, Contender, Yellowfin, Everglades, Cobia, Sea Pro, Pro-Line, Hydra-Sports, Wellcraft, Parker, and many more.
Not on the list? It is here to help you find your boat, not to limit what we take. We accept every make and model, listed or not, including rare builders and companies that closed decades ago. A donation depends on the boat's condition and paperwork, never the name on the hull, so enter yours on the form even if you do not see it here.
Questions
Twin outboards with different hours, is that a problem?
No. Just tell us the hours for each.
Can I donate a center console without the trailer?
Yes. The transporter brings one.
Does saltwater use lower value?
It depends on care. A rinsed and maintained boat holds up well.
My boat is in dry stack storage. How does pickup work?
We schedule with the marina during forklift hours, and the transporter loads it at the marina.
Does a T-top or tower add value?
Yes, if it is in good shape. Tell us about it in the form.