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Cannes, French Riviera

Your Complete Mediterranean Yacht Buying Guide

Buy a Yacht on the French Riviera Your Complete Guide to Smart Yacht Ownership

From first visit to final delivery—everything you need to know about buying a yacht in the Mediterranean. Professional guidance available every step of the way.

Save Usually Between €50K–€550KExpert negotiation & avoiding mistakes
Better Owner ExperienceEverything ready from day one
Captain 200 ExpertiseTechnical inspection & sea trials
Complete 8-Step ProcessFrom search to final registration
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Free 34-page guide • No credit card • Instant download
Mathieu Gueudin - BellaYacht

10 Years Excellence on the Riviera

€50K-€550K Savings Usually Between
35 Days Avg. Process Time
104 Successful Deals
10+ Years Experience
Professional Buyer Service
Expert representation for your yacht purchase
Save €50K–€550K with professional guidance
Smart Yacht Ownership

Knowledge Is Your Greatest Asset

Experienced yacht owners share three key advantages that transform the buying experience and ensure long-term satisfaction.

Better Experience

Better Owner Experience

Everything 100% prepared from day one—crew, equipment, maintenance planning. Enjoy true yachting, not troubleshooting.

Save Money

Significant Savings

Expert negotiation, optimal flag selection, and strategic timing typically save €50K–€550K through better deals and lower operating costs.

Peace of Mind

Complete Peace of Mind

Captain 200 technical expertise identifies problems before purchase. Professional surveys and sea trials ensure confidence in your investment.

Complete Process

Your 8-Step Journey to Smart Yacht Ownership

From initial search to final registration—here's the complete process that ensures a successful acquisition.

1
Search

Yacht Search & Selection

Curated inventory + off-market access. Shortlist 5-10 perfectly matched yachts.

2
Inspection

First Visit & Inspection

Technical pre-screening and honest condition assessment before you invest time.

3
Offer

Purchase Offer

Strategic negotiation with market analysis and timing leverage.

4
Agreement

Agreement Signing

Secure memorandum with proper conditions and buyer protection.

5
Sea Trial

Professional Sea Trial

Captain 200 expert analysis of all systems and performance.

6
Survey

Independent Survey

Complete technical inspection in and out of water.

7
Delivery

Final Delivery

Secure payment, clean title transfer, and comprehensive training.

8
Registration

Registration & Flag

Strategic flag selection and complete legal ownership transfer.

What's Inside The Complete Yacht Buyer's Guide

Comprehensive Coverage

  • Complete 8-step acquisition process from search to delivery
  • How to save €50,000-€550,000 through expert strategies
  • Technical inspection checklist (Captain 200 expertise)
  • Flag selection guide (save €10K-€30K annually)
  • Negotiation tactics that professional buyers use
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
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34 Pages
Client Success Stories

Real Results from Smart Yacht Buyers

Discover how professional guidance transformed their yacht acquisition experience and delivered measurable savings.

"The best decision we made was working with Mathieu. He saved us €78,000 on the purchase and had everything ready for our first Mediterranean summer."

Jean-Michel R. Sunseeker 68 Owner Saved €78,000

"Captain 200 inspection found hidden generator issues. Mathieu negotiated repairs before delivery. We avoided a €45,000 nightmare."

David & Sarah M. Princess V65 Owners Saved €65,000

"Malta flag instead of French saved us €22,000 per year. Five-year savings: €110,000. Professional advice pays for itself many times over."

Philippe & Marie L. Azimut 72 Owners €110K over 5 years
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Choose Your Path to Smart Yacht Ownership

Whether you need professional guidance throughout the process or prefer VIP preparation before buying, we're here to help.

Buyer's Broker

Buyer's Broker Service

Professional representation that pays for itself through savings and peace of mind.

  • Expert yacht search & selection
  • Captain 200 technical inspection
  • Professional negotiation (save €50K-€550K)
  • Complete acquisition management
  • Success-based fee (4% + VAT)
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Exclusive
Acquisition Club

Yacht Acquisition Club

VIP preparation and dedicated management. Limited to 20 members per year.

  • Everything in Buyer's Broker Service
  • Unlimited dedicated search time
  • Flag strategy optimization
  • Financing structure advisory
  • €4,900-€9,900 (100% refundable)
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