fishnguy Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 I'm hoping folks won't mind if I ask for some advice despite being so new to the forum. The older threads have been extremely helpful in my new boat quest. I'm looking at my first boat in Quebec (long story). It is new from a dealer. I'm wondering if anyone has experience buying a boat out of province. What pitfalls should I know about? Any tips? Thanks. Really, really appreciate this forum and the wealth of knowledge here. -Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 The dealers name would also help. Good/bad dealings. I hear tillers are used over there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 The purchase of a boat can be a nightmare from the wrong dealer. Find one that is not only willing to make the sale comfortable but also any issues that you will need repaired in the future. I found that it is worth going to a dealer a little farther away if he stresses in writing how they resolve issues. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strik Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 I might look closer to home just for the fact when and if a issue arrives it should be easer to deal with.. More info on the dealer will help, lots of good people on this form. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted February 17, 2014 Report Share Posted February 17, 2014 Don't know but would the Brand warranty be honoured out of province like a car's would Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnguy Posted February 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2014 Appreciate the answers. I'm looking at a brand new Lowe boat. To make a long story short, and at risk of being the guy speaking badly of an Ontario dealer, I've been unhappy with my dealings with the only Lowe dealer of any size in the province. So I decided to look abroad. There is a great brand new 2013 boat for sale at a dealership outside of Montreal. It is a long haul for sure, but the closest Lowe dealership here in Ontario is quite a hike for me anyways. And like I said, I was a bit turned off there. Boat is brand new. They are the largest Lowe dealership in Quebec and seem to have a good reputation. All warranties should be transferable from what I've read. Just wondering about any issues in terms of running afoul of taxes or any other pitfalls to be aware of. Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormdunker Posted February 17, 2014 Report Share Posted February 17, 2014 There's a Lowe dealer in Dunnvile Riverside marine. They did some work on a Mariner motor for me when a rock jumped up & bit it! I was pleased with their service. One of my fishing buddies boat a brand new 16' Lowe with all the bells & whistles. He also has been pleased with their service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnguy Posted February 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2014 There's a Lowe dealer in Dunnvile Riverside marine. They did some work on a Mariner motor for me when a rock jumped up & bit it! I was pleased with their service. One of my fishing buddies boat a brand new 16' Lowe with all the bells & whistles. He also has been pleased with their service. Thank you. Will look them up. I've been looking at some non current models (i.e. last year) that are selling at a nice discount to the 2014s. I don't see too many dealerships with standing inventory, but will check those guys out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctdd2006 Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 (edited) ...buddy of mine drove to quebec to buy a can am atv...memory is he paid full quebec tax...paid tax again in ontario and then got the quebec "pst" of the "hst" back when he filed his taxes??? Something like that anyway...there was double taxation and he got some back. Good luck. Ps...he regrets his decision as the Ontario CanAm dealers haven't been so good with his numerous warranty issues.... ..he too went there ONLY because the bike he wanted was NOT available in Ontario unless he waited 8 weeks Edited February 18, 2014 by ctdd2006 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishOn Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 Do yourself research and don't rush. We have awesome boat dealers here in Ontario. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bacon Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 I am not sure where you are located; but the marina on Baptiste Lake is, or at least was, a Lowe dealer. They are not a big dealer, but they do carry Lowe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now