The Great Boat Market Collapse of 2025 (And It’s Just Getting Worse)

The 2025 boat market isn't just slowing down—it's collapsing. Boats are flooding listings, prices are plummeting, buyers have vanished, and sellers are getting desperate. Marinas are full of unsold inventory, brokers are walking away, and the dream of boat ownership has turned into a financial nightmare for many. In this video, we break down the 10 brutal reasons why the boat market is in freefall and why the bottom isn't in sight yet. From the post-boom inventory glut and crippling interest rates to unrealistic seller expectations and the quiet decay happening at docks everywhere, this is the unfiltered truth you need to hear. TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: The Market is a Mess 00:51 - 1. From Boom to Glut: Drowning in Listings 02:47 - 2. Where Did All the Buyers Go? 04:45 - 3. The Interest Rate Iceberg: Sinking Deals 06:19 - 4. Owning a Boat in 2025: More Expensive Than Ever 08:13 - 5. Lowball Nation: Buyers Smell Blood 09:38 - 6. Sellers Still Think It's 2021 (And Boats Sit) 11:18 - 7. Why FSBO Listings Are Crashing and Burning 13:24 - 8. Empty Marinas, Dead Shows, Brokers Giving Up 15:10 - 9. Rot at the Dock: When a Boat Becomes a Liability 17:05 - 10. What's Next? Collapse or Slow Burn? 19:30 - Outro: Navigating the Storm Whether you're thinking of buying, trying to sell, or just watching the chaos unfold, this analysis is essential. What are you seeing in your local boat market? Share your observations in the comments! If this video provided clarity, hit the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more no-nonsense market insights. #BoatMarket #MarketCollapse #Sailing