Formosa 51

almost_there · 05-06-2008, 19:13

Hello,
I am new to this forum, but seems there's been a lot of great discussions, so I thought I'd jump right in with a post.

My husband and I are looking for 'the perfect boat'. We want something that will handle blue water and be comfortable. We are currently looking at a 1974 Formosa 51, and would like to hear some feedback from folks who have owned and or sailed on these boats. We are particularly interested in known maintenance issues, easy of crewing with only 2, insurability, etc.

The prices online seem to be all over the map...everything from $115,000 to over $400,000. Is it possible that a refit (or lack of) could justify a $300,00 price variance?

Thanks in advance for any/all advice and opinions.

almost_there
s/v TBD

05-06-2008, 19:13	#1
almost_there Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Marina Del Rey, CA Boat: Hardin 45 - Kindred Spirit Posts: 27	Formosa 51 Hello, I am new to this forum, but seems there's been a lot of great discussions, so I thought I'd jump right in with a post. My husband and I are looking for 'the perfect boat'. We want something that will handle blue water and be comfortable. We are currently looking at a 1974 Formosa 51, and would like to hear some feedback from folks who have owned and or sailed on these boats. We are particularly interested in known maintenance issues, easy of crewing with only 2, insurability, etc. The prices online seem to be all over the map...everything from $115,000 to over $400,000. Is it possible that a refit (or lack of) could justify a $300,00 price variance? Thanks in advance for any/all advice and opinions. almost_there s/v TBD

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