Buying a stand-up jetski is a bit different from buying a sit-down ski or a normal watercraft. Most of these machines are older, often modified, and heavily dependent on proper setup rather than stock specs. A clean hull can still hide expensive problems, so a structured inspection matters. 

• Step 1: Find the model that suits the type of riding you’ll be doing. Click Here for a comprehensive model guide.
• Step 2: Determine your budget. Click Here for our exclusive SBB (Standup Blue Book) value calculator to see what skis might fit.
• Step 3: Search local classifieds listings for these model. Resources include:
  • Best bet: Facebook Marketplace
  • Other options: Craigslist, OfferUp, Xh20.com, PWCToday.com (classifieds)
  • Potential great deals: Word of mouth through friends & family. Also, be on the look out for jetskis parked on properties as you’re driving around, especially near waterways. With a little courage you can ask sellers if they want to sell these, sometimes they will let them go very cheap.
• Step 4: Once you’ve found a ski, contact the seller and use the guide below to ask questions about the ski, set up a time to see & test the ski. Click Here for a guide on asking questions & testing the ski
• Step 5: Buy that ski & enjoy your summer! It’s more important to find a ski that may need a few things than to spend the entire summer looking for the perfect deal on the perfect ski.