FOUNTAINE PAJOT BAHIA 46

farkaz · 21-09-2008, 04:48

We think we have found our boat after much searching. 2002 Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46. Can anyone tell me anything to discourage us from this vessel or have any history with this type of craft. Thankyou in advance.
Paul and Karen

Wellington · 23-09-2008, 03:32

I've heard very good things about this boat. In particular, it seems to be one of the most comfortable around, and it's quite fast. If we were on the market to buy right now, it would be at the top of our list.

josef · 23-09-2008, 05:07

Had one for 3 years .Excellent liveaboard.Recommend strongly.

Kiwikat · 29-09-2008, 23:01

We spent 4 days on one a couple of months ago and were thoroughly impressed with her performance. The Bahia is up there in our top 2 preferred cats when we eventually make the plunge. We would love to hear your comments, should you go ahead and purchase this boat.

Cheers
Clyde and Lisa

The Director · 29-09-2008, 23:23

[quote=Kiwikat;210802] The Bahia is up there in our top 2 preferred cats...

What is your other preferred cat?

Kiwikat · 29-09-2008, 23:45

What is your other preferred cat?[/quote]

The Dolphin 460. It sort of comes down to the daggerboards vs minikeel thing (and price

) but we'd really be happy with either and don't have to make the decision for another year or two yet

Cheers

rigamarole · 02-10-2008, 21:40

The Bahia is my prefered boat now also. There are nicer boats, but not may you can get for the price, including the Dolphin. I'm thinking about quite a few modifications for one. Anyone interested in comparing notes?

Abaco · 03-10-2008, 07:20

Paul and Karen,

If food is a priority for you, take a close look at the galley. All of the work space is on top of the ice box. If you are prepping a meal and someone needs a cold drink or you have to move everything out of the way to get into the fridge or freezer. For me the galley is very poorly laid out.

Kiwikat · 03-10-2008, 18:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Abaco

Paul and Karen,

If food is a priority for you, take a close look at the galley. All of the work space is on top of the ice box. If you are prepping a meal and someone needs a cold drink or you have to move everything out of the way to get into the fridge or freezer. For me the galley is very poorly laid out.

Yes, we are well aware of this but some have been fitted with an additional front opening option. As we intend to be full time liveaboard that would be a priority modification.

Cheers

Kiwikat · 03-10-2008, 18:30

Something like this one here.

Therapy · 04-10-2008, 18:41

The only thing I have noticed on FPs is the little itty-bitty sinks.
Is it just me that thinks doing dishes would be a hassle?

capcook · 04-10-2008, 20:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kiwikat

What is your other preferred cat?

The Dolphin 460. It sort of comes down to the daggerboards vs minikeel thing (and price

) but we'd really be happy with either and don't have to make the decision for another year or two yet

Cheers[/quote]

The Dolphin does look pretty nice, do you know about what they run new? I didn't see any listed on Yachtworld.com used...

Cheers

Kiwikat · 04-10-2008, 21:45

The Dolphin does look pretty nice, do you know about what they run new? I didn't see any listed on Yachtworld.com used...
[/quote]

Check out this link. www.multihullcompany.com/

It should tell you what you want to know....... both new and used.

We have been lucky enough to have been on a Dolphin several times and really love the galley arrangement...... Well the whole dang boat actually!!

Cheers

capcook · 05-10-2008, 20:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kiwikat

The Dolphin does look pretty nice, do you know about what they run new? I didn't see any listed on Yachtworld.com used...

Check out this link. www.multihullcompany.com/

It should tell you what you want to know....... both new and used.

We have been lucky enough to have been on a Dolphin several times and really love the galley arrangement...... Well the whole dang boat actually!!

Cheers[/quote]

Thanks Kiwikat,

I did find some info and pricing on the Dolphin, pretty new boat but by the time I am ready to buy in a year or so, perhaps there will be some used good used ones around. From you link I also read the article the "Ten Commandments Of Buying A Catamaran" very insight full and recommend it to any potential buyers...here's the link to that article...

Cheers

The Ten Commandments of Buying a Catamaran

mikereed100 · 06-10-2008, 10:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Therapy

The only thing I have noticed on FPs is the little itty-bitty sinks.
Is it just me that thinks doing dishes would be a hassle?

I agree. I think that's one of the prices you pay with a boat designed for the charter industry. I wonder if there is room to retrofit a life-sized sink?

21-09-2008, 04:48	#1
farkaz Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Newport, Sydney, Australia Posts: 2	FOUNTAINE PAJOT BAHIA 46 We think we have found our boat after much searching. 2002 Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46. Can anyone tell me anything to discourage us from this vessel or have any history with this type of craft. Thankyou in advance. Paul and Karen

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josef Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 26	FP Bahia 46 Had one for 3 years .Excellent liveaboard.Recommend strongly.

29-09-2008, 23:45	#6
Kiwikat Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Zealand/Australia Boat: Farr 1104 Performance Cruiser "Wild Thing" Posts: 49	What is your other preferred cat?[/quote] The Dolphin 460. It sort of comes down to the daggerboards vs minikeel thing (and price) but we'd really be happy with either and don't have to make the decision for another year or two yet Cheers

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Kiwikat Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Zealand/Australia Boat: Farr 1104 Performance Cruiser "Wild Thing" Posts: 49	Something like this one here. Attached Thumbnails

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23-09-2008, 03:32	#2
Wellington Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Wellington, NZ Boat: wish list include Lavezzi 40, Orana 44, Nautitech 40-44, Lagoon 380-440 Posts: 10	I've heard very good things about this boat. In particular, it seems to be one of the most comfortable around, and it's quite fast. If we were on the market to buy right now, it would be at the top of our list.

29-09-2008, 23:01	#4
Kiwikat Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Zealand/Australia Boat: Farr 1104 Performance Cruiser "Wild Thing" Posts: 49	We spent 4 days on one a couple of months ago and were thoroughly impressed with her performance. The Bahia is up there in our top 2 preferred cats when we eventually make the plunge. We would love to hear your comments, should you go ahead and purchase this boat. Cheers Clyde and Lisa

29-09-2008, 23:23	#5
The Director Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: California/Maine Posts: 10	[quote=Kiwikat;210802] The Bahia is up there in our top 2 preferred cats... What is your other preferred cat?

02-10-2008, 21:40	#7
rigamarole Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: West Coast of Michigan Boat: Power boat and small sail Posts: 118	The Bahia is my prefered boat now also. There are nicer boats, but not may you can get for the price, including the Dolphin. I'm thinking about quite a few modifications for one. Anyone interested in comparing notes?

03-10-2008, 07:20	#8
Abaco Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Posts: 81	Paul and Karen, If food is a priority for you, take a close look at the galley. All of the work space is on top of the ice box. If you are prepping a meal and someone needs a cold drink or you have to move everything out of the way to get into the fridge or freezer. For me the galley is very poorly laid out.

04-10-2008, 18:41	#11
Therapy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Florida Posts: 1,555	The only thing I have noticed on FPs is the little itty-bitty sinks. Is it just me that thinks doing dishes would be a hassle?

04-10-2008, 21:45	#13
Kiwikat Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Zealand/Australia Boat: Farr 1104 Performance Cruiser "Wild Thing" Posts: 49	The Dolphin does look pretty nice, do you know about what they run new? I didn't see any listed on Yachtworld.com used... [/quote] Check out this link. www.multihullcompany.com/ It should tell you what you want to know....... both new and used. We have been lucky enough to have been on a Dolphin several times and really love the galley arrangement...... Well the whole dang boat actually!! Cheers

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