Live the dream become a Yacht Owner with SailTime Australia
SailTime provides a unique boat ownership opportunity that is the new alternative to Boat Share , Boat Syndciate and traditional charter
Overview of the SailTime owner-member programme
In this video see an overview of the SailTime owner-member programme and how our members enjoy the benefits.
If you're like most sailors, the question you undoubtedly ask is, "How can I enjoy sailing a new yacht, whilst keeping my costs to a level I can afford?" SailTime has the practical solution that puts boat ownership within your reach.
- We typically pay owners a monthly payment of between 4%-6% per annum of your capital investment in the boat
- We'll put up to 8 responsible SailTime members onboard. They will all be fully qualified sailors
- It is usually the same 8 members who sail your boat. It isn't treated like a charter boat. Our Members share a pride of ownership as they are coming back each month to the same boat. In fact, the boats that have been in the SailTime programme for more than 3 years still look and sail like new
- We'll pay the marina fees, the maintenance, and insurance on your boat
- We'll professionally clean your boat monthly and keep all the systems operating like new. When you step on board, it's ready and waiting to go
- You can sail at weekends, during the week, overnight, for the day or just for a few hours - whenever you like.
- As a SailTime owner-member, you can also take advantage of our unique SailTime Plus giving you access to over 160 boats at 50 locations around the world
- SailTime can provide assistance with finding the right source for your finance needs if you require
- Importantly we give you a guaranteed buy back at the end of years 3, 4 or 5 to give you absolute piece of mind for your investment .
- Please speak to your local base for more information.
SailTime makes boat ownership easy
We hold your hand through the process of purchasing and specifying a brand new Beneteau yacht. We work with you in reviewing the equipment onboard your boat ensuring it meets the discerning high quality we incorporate as standard. When your boat is delivered, it is entered into SailTime's professional yacht management programme. You will then be able to enjoy worry and expense free sailing in your local sailing area. SailTime takes care of all the insurance, berthing, annual haul-outs, maintenance and operating expenses for up to five years. On top of this we give you a monthly income that you can apply toward your vessel finance.

SailTime will place only well trained, responsible sailors onboard your boat. With charter, rental and other programmes many different people use your boat and do not necessarily care for it as if it was their own. In the SailTime programme, experienced SailTime members will be the only ones with access to your yacht. In addition, your boat will be professionally maintained under our high quality yacht maintenance regimen. Furthermore, our unique SailTime E-ttendant technology helps us to maintain the boats in real time, whilst our SailTime Scheduler ensures that you enjoy easy and equitable time on your boat when planning your sailing calendar.
We keep the boats in SailTime from three to five years. At the end of the term of the agreement you may decide to keep your boat, sell it, or trade it in for a new one and start a new agreement to continue sailing with SailTime. the choice is yours .Speak with your local base manager for more details.
SailTime provides affordable boat ownership
There are many advantages to this type of boat ownership as it provides both practical and financial benefits.
Because SailTime takes care of all of the day-to-day operational expenses and time consuming maintenance you have nothing to worry about except when and whom to take out on the water! Once you have provided the initial deposit for your boat (typically 20-30%), you need not worry about much else!
SailTime has established relationships that can assist you to fund boats placed into the SailTime fleet throughout our entire base network. Working together, we can also introduce you to financial experts who understand the process of buying a SailTime boat.
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Comparative Cost of Boat Ownerhsip SailTime vv Traditional ownership |
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| Based on Gold Membership with SailTime and Beneteau OC 34** | SailTime Membership | Traditional Ownership |
| Purchase deposit | $60,000 | $60,000 |
| Expenses * | $0 | $100,000 |
| Net finance/ marine mortgage repayments | $135,000 | $210,000 |
| Major repairs/ replacement | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Monthly membership + joining fee | $1,750 | $0 |
| Guaranteed buy Back at 5 years | -$120,000 | N/A |
| Total cost over 5 years | $81,750 | $385,000.00 |
| YOU SAVE over 5 years | $303,250.00 | |
Membership benefits |
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| Negotiate to buy yacht | No | YES |
| Manage the risk of resale price | No | YES |
| Organise Marina berth | No | YES |
| Organise ongoing maintenance | No | YES |
| Organise cleaning | No | YES |
| Ensure all safety gear up to date and working | No | YES |
| Organise insurance | No | YES |
| Access to ongoing training | YES | NO |
| Access to 160+ boats at 50+ bases around the world | YES | NO |
| Participate in regattas / flotillas /members events | YES | NO |
| Have total piece of mind | YES | NO |
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* Insurance, Marina Berth, Maintenance, Cleaning, Fuel, Registration ** Based on Gold Membership with SailTime and Vessel purchase price of $300,000 figures quoted are indicative only and cannot be guaranteed |
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SailTime boat ownership is the smart way to buy a boat
SailTime removes all the conventional barriers to ownership:
- We provide a contribution to your finance costs via monthly payments equal to between 4-6% of the capital cost of your boat
- Your yacht is regularly and professionally cleaned each month
- We take responsibility for scheduled maintenance and all repairs
- Boat inventory is professionally managed
- Your boat will be berthed in a first class marina with excellent facilities
- We provide comprehensive insurance coverage designed specifically for SailTime
- We annually haul out your boat for routine maintenance
- Our proprietary software handles all aspects of scheduling and maintenance and member management
You enjoy sailing on your brand new fully equipped yacht
SailTime has implemented a complete system that optimises your sailing time and provides peace of mind whilst guaranteeing a regular income.
Our Base Manager will work with you to put your boat into their local Owner-Member programme. Take advantage of our professional management systems and own a fully equipped new yacht for a lot less than you think.
If you're wondering what the catch is, we can't think of one! Imagine sailing on the boat of your dreams with an income, limited costs and no maintenance worries. SailTime makes it possible.
EASY STEPS TO BECOMING AN OWNER

VISIT US
Visit us at a boat show, join us at an Open Day or contact your local base manager to discover more about SailTime in your area.

CHOOSE A BOAT
Review the boats & options available and work with the local base on needs and timing.

COME ABOARD
Finalize details for financing, adding boat to the fleet and review delivery and commissioning time.

TAKE DELIVERY
Take part in the commissioning and delivery of your yacht alongside our local base manager.

SAILING CALENDAR
Design your own sailing calendar – Point, click and go boating. With SailTime, you can enjoy the exhilarating feel of sailing your own boat.

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