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I have now read the story. They have spent a lot of money and it really is unfortunate for the troubles they are having. Their attitude is a separate issue from the boat problems. All of us would likely be miffed under the same events. We will never know what conversation took place between the current owners and the previous owner and the surveyor, and it is no good chasing or accusing them. It is simply a matter of what is wrong with the boat and will the manufacturer admit any fault. The answer seems to be tied to the value of the rand. This will likley also have a negative affect on the builders business and may indeed cause them to close. The builder should be offering to have the boat independently surveyed if they have any intention of standing behind their work. It sounds like they can not afford to do that so they are going to backpedal. Suing them would likely cost more than it is worth and they would likely close. It is however a pity we can not determine if there is any truth to the builders claims. From my cheap seat I would place the blame on the builder. The only crime the owners have committed is spending too much money for their first adventure.
Michael
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