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About Us
Venture Yacht Sales Inc. is a Florida licensed and bonded yacht brokerage, located in Fort Lauderdale. For 18 years, we have built a reputation for integrity, providing top quality customer service. We have never been the target of a lawsuit and have never retained a buyer’s deposit.
The company’s president, Roy Pinney, was raised in Westchester County, New York, where his childhood passions were skin diving and boating on Long Island Sound. After receiving his Business Degree from the University of Texas, he relocated to Florida and entered the yachting industry. Roy, or a seasoned associate, will personally oversee every aspect of your yacht purchase to ensure an enjoyable transaction. |
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Customer Testimonials
"We're from Turkey and decided to make a trans-Atlantic crossing before selling our boat in the USA. We found Roy and several other brokers through an Internet search. After interviews, we chose Roy because we liked his approach, personality and help in arranging everything we needed in the USA - even before signing an agreement. He then sold our boat in just two months. The buyer was from Thailand and it was a complicated transaction but he treated all parties very well. We hope to work with Roy again when its time to buy our next boat!"
Kemal & Nesrin Ayata
Istanbul, Turkey
"During the last six years, I have purchased two boats from Roy Pinney at Venture Yacht Sales. He was delightful to work with, a reservoir of information and provided the right technicians to have our new equipment installed. In addition, we appreciate the safe dockage he provided in Fort Lauderdale. Overall, my experience with Roy has been excellent and I now count him as a personal friend. We are presently enjoying our boat in Europe, thanks to Roy."
Harold Kernodle, MD
Kernodle Clinic
Burlington, NC
"Before buying my yacht, I interviewed several US brokers... because I live in Perth, Australia. I'm happy to say I chose the right one. Roy's service and knowledge were outstanding, plus he took extra time to explain the complex electronics on my new yacht. I liked that. After closing, his mates loaded it on a freighter for the trans-Pacific delivery from Florida to Brisbane.
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For me., it was a no worries situation...thanks for a job well done."
Anton Kooimans
Anton Kooimans Jewellery
Perth, Australia
"Prior to purchasing my new boat, Roy sold my old one in a record time of three weeks. I then purchased my new boat from him and after construction, he oversaw its commissioning in Ft. Lauderdale. Roy was very helpful in locating the best suppliers and contractors in the area, some of whom I still use today. I am very happy with Roy and have recommended him to others on many occasions."
Robert L. Gerry
President
Risk Management Insurance Corp.
Fort Myers, FL
"Roy and I first met as fellow long-term supporters of the New World Symphony. I bought my yacht from him and was impressed with his honesty, follow-up and attention to detail. He became our family's yacht broker when my sister, Kiki, purchased her new Tiara motoryacht from him as well. He’s now a trusted friend and we heartily recommend him to anyone in search of their dreamboat!"
Pan Courtelis
Courtelis Company
Real Estate Development
Miami, Florida
"Roy made buying our boat fun and hassle free. My current boat is a great one and I appreciate all the time he took to get it just right. I bought my previous boat from him 10 years before and almost forgot how valuable he was in making it just as I wanted. It’s wonderful to deal with someone of the highest integrity and who I can trust completely. Thanks also for structuring the sale of Liahona, so as to optimize her market value. Most of all, I appreciate all of the great service that he has rendered and continues to render. Best regards!"
Brent W. Lambert, MD
Norwell, MA
"We bought our boat from Roy in 1993 and he sold it for us 12 years later. During this time he was always helpful and supportive with any problems that arose. To sell the boat, he even arranged dockage, maintenance, and repairs of hurricane damage, since we lived 140 miles away. After we delivered our boat to Fort Lauderdale to be sold, he then drove us home!"
Eric S. & Lorna Horton
Satellite Beach, FL
"This is the fourth boat I've bought through a yacht broker. Of those four, Roy Pinney at Venture Yacht Sales is the only one that will ever see my business again. The quality of work and personalized service are light years beyond what I have previously experienced or expected. If you’re thinking of buying a boat, Roy is the person you want to talk to."
John Curry
AUTEC Torpedo Test Range Manager
Andros Island, Bahamas
"Since this was our first big boat purchase, we approached it carefully. A fellow attorney in Florida recommended Roy to us. First, he found us the right motor yacht at a fair price. His technicians then performed a necessary refit, providing exemplary service throughout the process. Among our boating friends I can, and often do, recommend him without reservation."
Andrew Bell, Esq.
Los Angeles, CA
"We lived in Texas when we first contacted Roy. He listened to our wants and then guided us to the right boat. He also showed us around Fort Lauderdale, where we bought a waterfront home - for the boat! Since then we’ve been friends and we can highly recommend him as an honest, "no BS" yacht broker with excellent market knowledge. For any questions about Roy, do not hesitate to contact us."
Dag & Sue Hanssen
American Airlines Pilot
Fort Lauderdale, FL
"Interesting purchase! This Nordhavn was located in Alaska, the seller in Canada, myself in California and Roy in Florida. He devoted an extraordinary amount of time and communication to put it all together. The sale was consummated quickly and efficiently, enabling us to enjoy the Summer cruising season in Southeast Alaska. Many thanks!"
Lawrence P. Straight
CEO
Sterling Energy International
Capistrano Beach, CA |
Why shop with us in South Florida for your yacht?
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A greater selection of yachts than anywhere else in the world
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Some of the world's best prices, due to the abundance of yachts
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