Business Details
Your Trusted Yacht Brokerage in Dartmouth
Classic Yacht Brokerage is a specialist yacht brokerage business with a distinct focus on modern classic yachts, both sail and power. Established as a sister company to Wooden Ships Yacht Brokers, we leverage over 50 years of combined industry expertise to provide tailored brokerage services for iconic designs and blue-water cruising vessels. Our family-run operation combines deep industry knowledge with a personal approach, offering guidance on boat ownership and facilitating smooth transactions for vendors and purchasers.Based in Dartmouth, Devon, we maintain extensive UK and international contacts while collaborating with local brokers to maximise market reach. Our specialist knowledge spans early GRP yachts, Spirit of Tradition designs, and proven offshore vessels, positioning us as the UK's go-to brokerage for modern classic yachts.
Services
Yacht brokerage
Classic yacht sales
Boat ownership advice
International marketing
Vessel valuations
Transaction support
Yacht surveys
Maintenance guidance
Ownership documentation
Boat history research
Highlights and features
- We specialise in modern classic yachts with 50 years' industry expertise
- Our family-run business offers a personal and diligent service
- We maintain extensive UK and international yachting industry contacts
- We provide specialist knowledge of GRP yachts and Spirit of Tradition designs
- Our Dartmouth-based team offers local expertise with global reach
Services
Yacht Brokerage
We specialise in modern classic yacht brokerage, offering expert guidance for buying and selling GRP yachts, Spirit of Tradition designs, and blue-water cruisers. Our 50 years' industry experience ensures accurate valuations and successful transactions. Clients benefit from our extensive UK and international network of contacts.
Classic Yacht Sales
Our classic yacht sales service focuses on iconic designs from the early GRP era to modern Spirit of Tradition boats. We provide specialist knowledge of historical significance, market values, and restoration potential. Our Dartmouth-based team facilitates smooth transactions for both private owners and commercial clients.
Boat Ownership Advice
We offer comprehensive advice on classic yacht ownership, covering maintenance requirements, regulatory compliance, and operational costs. Our expertise includes restoration projects, survey interpretation, and preparation for sale. Clients receive tailored guidance based on decades of industry experience.
International Marketing
Our international marketing service maximises exposure for listed vessels through strategic partnerships with global brokers. We leverage digital platforms and industry connections to target qualified buyers worldwide. This approach ensures optimal visibility for unique classic yacht listings.
Vessel Valuations
We provide accurate valuations for classic yachts based on market analysis, historical data, and condition assessments. Our valuations consider rarity, restoration potential, and current demand. Clients receive detailed reports to support buying decisions or sale price determination.
People
Richard Gregson
Broker
Richard Gregson leads Classic Yacht Brokerage following its acquisition by Wooden Ships Yacht Brokers. With extensive experience in classic yachting, he combines traditional expertise with modern brokerage practices. His family background in the industry informs a client-focused approach to yacht sales.
Questions
What types of yachts do you specialise in?
We specialise in modern classic yachts including GRP designs from the 1950s-1980s and Spirit of Tradition vessels. Our expertise covers both sail and power yachts suitable for blue-water cruising.
Do you handle international yacht sales?
Yes, we facilitate international yacht sales through our global network of contacts and partner brokers. Our marketing reaches qualified buyers worldwide while maintaining local market expertise.
How do you value classic yachts?
We determine yacht values through market analysis, historical sales data, and condition assessments. Our valuations consider rarity, restoration requirements, and current demand patterns in the classic yacht market.
Can you help with yacht ownership advice?
We provide comprehensive ownership guidance covering maintenance schedules, survey interpretation, regulatory compliance, and operational costs for classic yachts. Our advice draws on 50 years' industry experience.
Where is your brokerage located?
Our main office is in Dartmouth, Devon (UK), with easy access to the English Channel. We operate nationwide across the UK and maintain international contacts for global yacht sales.
How do you market classic yachts?
We use targeted digital marketing combined with traditional yachting networks. Our approach includes professional photography, detailed technical specifications, and collaboration with international brokers to maximise exposure.
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