What affects value
- Inboard engine hours
- Tower, ballast system, and surf features
- Interior vinyl
- Trailer condition
Pickup
Most ski and wake boats are on trailers, which makes pickup simple.
Inboard hours and service
Most ski and wake boats run a single inboard. Hours matter, but maintenance matters more: impeller changes, oil changes, and winterization records. A 1,000-hour boat with good records can be a strong donation.
Tower, ballast, and surf systems
Towers, ballast tanks, and surf systems add value when they work. Tell us if a ballast pump or surf tab is not working. These are known repairs and rarely a dealbreaker.
- Tower and speakers
- Ballast pumps and bags
- Surf system
- Interior vinyl
- Trailer and cover
Timing
Wake boats sell best in spring and early summer. If your boat is in winter storage, donating before the season can help the sale.
Makes we see often
MasterCraft, Malibu, Nautique, Supra, Moomba, Tigé, Centurion, Axis, Chaparral Surf, Heyday, Yamaha AR and SX, Sea Ray SLX W, 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
My ballast pumps do not work. Does that matter?
It affects value a little. It is a known repair.
Can the tower come off for transport?
Usually not needed. Tell us the height.
Is a high-hour engine a problem?
Not necessarily. Maintenance matters more.
My wake boat has aftermarket ballast. Is that OK?
Yes. Tell us what was added.
Can I keep my board racks and speakers?
Yes. Remove them before pickup and let us know.