A yacht viewing can be overwhelming. With unfamiliar systems, limited time and a large amount of information to absorb, it is easy to leave without recording the details that matter.
The Yacht Technical Viewing Checklist provides a structured way to prepare for and document a non-invasive first technical viewing. It helps prospective buyers look beyond presentation and sales particulars, record what was actually visible and identify the questions, documents and professional checks needed before progressing further.
The package includes:
• An editable eight-sheet Excel workbook
• 158 viewing prompts covering 19 technical areas
• A 35-item document checklist
• Dedicated photo and follow-up registers
• A viewing summary highlighting concerns, limitations and next actions
• A 28-page printable field pack for use aboard
• A concise user guide
Each checklist item can be recorded as not checked, no obvious concern, question raised, visible concern, not fitted, not accessible, not permitted or requiring specialist attention. This preserves uncertainty rather than encouraging assumptions about anything that could not be properly seen or verified.
Use the checklist to prepare viewing priorities, capture clear observations, keep photographs traceable, record inaccessible areas and turn concerns into precise questions for the broker, seller, surveyor or relevant specialist.
This is an observation and information-control resource for prospective buyers. It does not inspect, diagnose, value or certify a yacht and does not replace an independent survey, haul-out, sea trial or specialist assessment.