Asking too Much?

[Vasco]

Originally Posted by CaptForce

My daughter, who lived aboard with us from her birth in 1976 until she was off to college in 1994, has recently bought a boat and plans to move aboard with her husband and son. She's excited about the vessel and the move, but a little disappointed in the cost of the boat. The former owner is pleased with the sale, but a little disappointed in the price that he let it go.

This is the most favorable expectation in any negotiation. Each party should be a little disappointed with the money side of the deal, but excited by the change!

well said.

[Ex-Calif]

Originally Posted by Prairie Chicken

Hell, we'd be happy if someone showed some interest!

So pricing is likely a factor, but I believe there is something odd going on with the economy too. Why is no one even shopping (apart from Weavis that is)?

Nice boat and I wanna be your friend. How about 20k Euro and you ship it to Singapore - Just kidding.

Hope you get some bites soon.

[Prairie Chicken]

Best offer we've had so far ... But I think we'll take a pass Ex-Calif. ...at least for now.

[Tropic Cat]

Originally Posted by weavis

heres the scenario.
Catalac 900/9 go for between low end 20K Sterling and unrealistically 50K top end.
He asked 43K....

I know a guy on my side of the pond who flew to Southampton, bought a Catalac 900 (40K sterling) and then paid $20K to ship it to America. So, I'm surprised these boats aren't as valued on your side of the pond, as they are over here. Then again, you guys have a lot more of them available. The American owner is ready to sell.

Keep in mind that the 8M, 9M and the 900 share the same exact hulls. I do believe the UK location would dictate the boats have the 'dog house' installed. Here in the tropics, the 'dog house' greenhouse effect is not desirable.