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Originally Posted by tmoney
I understand that a few members here have said that its going to take time work and money what boat doesnt? What I am asking is more for specifics. Not a whole lot of specific things have been mentioned about that boat. Bottom paint? Rudders? The broker mentioned the rigging and sails are in great condition. Interior needs work but that can be done over time. Engine is basically new so not a real expense with that for a while. What makes this boat need a ton of money and work to get livable and cruisable? Specifics please.
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To be Polite, I'll reply one last time.
Specifics:
1) Age - Over 20 yrs old - not good for a boat in
marine environment or sitting unattended in a yard - old
gear
2) Unknown
History -
Maintenance? treatment? Sailing conditions? Left in disrepair
3) Unseen - Pictures are only the tip of the iceberg - to be determined
4)
Survey - Why not find a reputable
Surveyor and invest in a Pre-Purchase
Survey before even Flying off - although it can be very educational to be present during the survey - the
surveyor can also give you an indication of
repair costs
5)Currency Difference = Euro - it has ranged from 1.24 to 1.40+ vs US $ over the past year
6)VAT - like many euro countries 21%+.. & people think
USA taxes are bad
7)New Engine - Why? What about the other engine????
8)Stem to Stern - Every system-Electrical, Plumbing(Water/Waste), Engines, Drive Train,
Fuel, Rigging, Running Rigging, Sails,
Navigation,
Electronics,
Refrigeration,
Batteries, Metal work (corrosion),
Steering, etc, etc will need to be inspected & defects repaired.
9) Ship Shape - to cast off you will want to ensure that the primary systems are functional & fully tested
10)
Hull Openings - hatches, thru-hulls, windows - are they water tight & operable?
In closing, A few
books will help guide your pursuit i.e. Nigel Calder's BoatOwner's Mechanical &
Electrical Manual - Sure there are some Cat
books that will help.
Budget - You mentioned $10k - that will not even scratch the surface - Boat Bucks (1k) vanish easily
Advice - Get a notebook and write down all the suggestions, hints and advice offered by all these members which represents a very valuable resource
and many years of experience.
SURVEY - a basic requirement for all boat purchases - Start a new thread here and see if someone can recommend an experienced Surveyor in Italy or close by - You need a really good one to give you an accurate & detailed report. Then you will know most if not all the specifics.
Good Luck