If you love your boat, it might be worthwhile to fix it up, especially if you'd like to keep it for a while longer. Be sure to get solid estimates before you make your final decision, though. If the fixes cost too much, you may not like your boat as much as you thought you did.

As you can see from the table below, SEAT is the cheapest brand for maintenance overall, with a total average cost of £441.88. That's just £11 less than Audi, the most expensive brand.

Patching a fiberglass boat can cost as little as $500 or less if you're not afraid of some elbow grease. This article will discuss fiberglass boat repair: how to do it yourself, how much it will cost you, and the materials you'll need.

If you have time on your hands, you can make the repairs to your marine-grade vinyl on your own with a bit of elbow grease and a good tape measure. While doing your own repairs can save you money, some tasks are better left to the professionals.