The Boat Market COLLAPSE IS HERE

This isn't a correction—it's a slow-motion wreck on the waterfront. The boat market, once riding a post-pandemic high, is now staring down a full-blown economic squall. Dealers are choking on unsold inventory, high interest rates are killing financing deals, and buyers are vanishing. In this video, we break down the 10 critical warning signs signaling that the boat market is taking on water fast. We'll explore why prices are dropping, why even buyers with strong credit are sitting it out, how the rising cost of ownership is scaring people off, and what this all means for the future of boating. This isn't just a list; it's a warning. TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: The Market is Taking on Water 00:56 - 1. High Interest Rates Are Killing Financing Deals 02:55 - 2. Buyers With Strong Credit Are Sitting It Out 04:49 - 3. Dealers Are Loaded With Unsold Inventory 07:00 - 4. Used Boat Prices Are Coming Down 08:55 - 5. People Are Prioritizing Essentials 10:49 - 6. Inflation & Cost of Ownership Are Scaring People Off 12:42 - 7. Marine Lenders Are Tighter With Credit 14:55 - 8. Delayed Deliveries & Supply Chain Issues 16:57 - 9. Layoffs & Economic Anxiety Are Spooking Buyers 18:56 - 10. Luxury Market Is Still Holding Strong (For Now) 21:33 - Outro: What This Slowdown Really Means What are you seeing in your local marina? Is the market as bad as it seems? Let us know your take in the comments! If this analysis is a must-watch, hit the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more. 👍 #BoatMarket #MarketCollapse #Boating