Midsummer Pivot: Trade-Ins and Planning for New Models

Seasonal demand is still strong. This month, focus on getting more trade-ins and getting ready for new model year product. July is a great chance to discuss trade ups with your customer base. The pre-owned models you take in can become used inventory that you can sell later in the year.

Dealer Tools to Use Now

Ready-to-use tools, guides, and materials you can put to work at your dealership today.

Trade-In Valuation & Used Boat Acquisition Playbook

Value, source, and acquire used inventory at the cost that makes Q3 and Q4 profitable. July is the strongest acquisition window of the year — customer use is at its peak, used values are seasonally strong, and every trade-in becomes Q4 retail you don’t have to sell against MY27 freshness. ​

Used Boat Marketing Playbook

Photography standards, a listing framework, and a channel strategy to turn used inventory into retail gross — fast. Built around the 72-hour rule: photograph, list, and post every used boat across at least three channels within 72 hours of arrival.

Dealer Planning Tools to Assure You’re Prepared

Resources that help your team plan ahead and prepare for upcoming trends.

Fall Service & Storage Readiness Playbook

A practical planning guide for a smoother, more profitable winterization season: a fall readiness scorecard, a 90/60/30-day timeline, a supply-planning worksheet, and storage and staffing prep — so you’re ready before the rush begins.

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