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Someone said "it depends"
Yes it sure does, especially if the boat is less than say about 10 years old, maybe 5-10 YO. If I was buying used in that age bracket the added value of extras would have a significant impact on my buying decision.
I bought brand new and have not stopped spending and see no end to it in the immediate future (5years) and fully realize the value of the extras because I am buying them. I have been back to the dealer many times for various things and often stop to chat with prospective buyers that happen to be there. Some are previous boat owners and are more interested in a used boat for the very reason of extras and now I know why. If & when I upgrade to a bigger boat I would be looking specifically at how many extras are included as that would be the deal maker for me. I had no idea boat ownership was going to be this spendy, but I don't regret it, I can't take my money to my grave and I prefer to enjoy the fruits of my labour while alive. Still, the extras cost, and as long as they still function well and do not require replacing then they have added value.
I have bought and sold many things in life and found there will always be someone who wants a deal (something for nothing) and when the time comes to sell the love of my life I will tell them the extras are worth what it will cost them to replace because I am willing and able to remove any extra (I have a lot, with more to come) that is deemed by the buyer to be worthless. Now how much is that extra really worth???
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