Buying a boat from Burr Yacht Sales is a unique and refreshing experience compared to industry norms. We go beyond simply finding and selling you a boat. First, we educate you on the Fleming brand, the nuances of different models, and hull number changes. We also learn about your personal cruising goals to determine the right Fleming fit for you and your family. This approach has led to over 400 sales of previously cruised Fleming Yachts since we began selling the brand in 1992. We streamline the entire sales process and establish a relationship that continues beyond the sale. Our exclusive BYS delivery process, Fleming training program, ongoing support, and access to our expert service department are all included when you buy a boat directly through Burr Yacht Sales.
Unlike typical yacht brokers, who work on commission and whose primary interest is closing the deal before moving on to the next opportunity, Burr Yacht Sales is a full-service dealership and our salespeople do not work on commission. We strive to sell the right Fleming to the right buyer, which is especially important given our involvement after the sale: offering training, ongoing support, and service to our customers.
After an initial introduction to the Fleming lineup, where we cover the general advantages of Fleming Yachts—their build, seaworthiness, and design—we delve into the finer details. To align your cruising needs, budget, and preferences with the right Fleming Yacht for you, we engage in an in-depth learning process.
We examine major and subtle changes over time from hull to hull and suggest certain hull ranges that match your options and budget. This process is enhanced by our two in-water Fleming Yacht showrooms along the East Coast, each commonly featuring two dozen Flemings of different models, vintages, and styles for you to explore. This hands-on Fleming education will help determine the right previously cruised Fleming yacht for you, and it is never too early to start this process!
Once we’ve provided you with extensive knowledge about the vessels and the Fleming brand, and learned your specific cruising goals and preferences, we begin working to find the correct hull for you. We understand how critical it is that every Fleming we sell fits the specific requirements of each customer. Sometimes, this means the right boat for you hasn’t hit the market yet. With BYS supporting and servicing the majority of Fleming Yachts on the East Coast and our close relationship with our customers, we often know what will be coming up for sale in the future. This commonly leads to deal developing for our previously cruised Fleming yachts before they even get listed online.
After narrowing in on a previously cruised Fleming yacht that meets all your criteria, we’ll guide you through valuation and making a successful offer. Next, we provide a list of independent engine and hull surveyors familiar with Flemings and assist in arranging survey dates and haul outs. The survey process is a way for a buyer to obtain an impartial professional assessment of the condition of the vessel. Beyond completing the sale, we aim for a positive survey because it’s the first step in building a relationship that will result in years of enjoyable cruising and possibly an upgrade to a newer or larger Fleming from us. Our expert knowledge of Fleming Yachts is on hand for you during the survey process as we assist in running the boat and demonstrating all onboard equipment for the surveyors. Small items that arise during the survey can often be corrected immediately by our team and estimates for larger survey items can be quickly provided by our in-house Fleming Service Department.
To ensure you take the helm with confidence, our comprehensive training process, commonly dubbed “Burr University,” includes a thorough review of all onboard systems, docking practice, and hands-on cruising time. Purchasing any Fleming Yacht directly from Burr Yacht Sales includes our training program and the added value of our ongoing support and service for your Fleming. This includes phone access to our expert team for troubleshooting, two Fleming-dedicated service marinas along the East Coast, and the most skilled Fleming technicians in the industry working in-house. We also provide slip rentals, winterization services, hurricane plans, and other valuable benefits exclusively for our customers. Welcome to the BYS community—you are now the proud owner of a Fleming Yacht!