For Sale: 1982 Cheoy Lee 44' total refit

[Island Time O25]

What's wrong is not the common sense advice offered but the reaction to it. Let's be real. This apparently very nice boat has been for sale for over 2 years. And mind you in the middle of the hottest sellers market in my boat memory of 25 or so years. And in the midst of that red hot market the asking price went from 109k to 49k and the boat is still unsold. Now, what is wrong with this picture?

Instead of harping on what seems to be a fair and reasonable attempt to help the seller, why not try to offer your own positive feedback to help this seller find a willing buyer? And yes, if I were in the market for this size vessel this one would be at the top of my list but alas I am not so I can't be of any help in that sale other than spread the word among peotential buyers among my boating friend and acquaintances.

Hope it sells soon, it's a great deal in today's crazy market.

[Oeanda]

Originally Posted by Island Time O25

This apparently very nice boat has been for sale for over 2 years. And mind you in the middle of the hottest sellers market in my boat memory of 25 or so years. And in the midst of that red hot market the asking price went from 109k to 49k and the boat is still unsold. Now, what is wrong with this picture?
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Yes what? Honestly just curious.
I think it’s a very nice boat, based on the available info here.

[fronthandlebar]

Disclaimer, I'm new to yachting and I apologize if this is a really rookie question. But I am curious about the stove? Any reason it's not on a gimbal, and isn't it therefore impractical except in the calmest of conditions? Everything else about the yacht seems appealing for someone looking for a reputable and well equipped sailboat, IMO.

[Celestialsailor]

Regarding gimbaled stoves. It's not all that uncommon to see a fixed stove. A lot of Pacific Northwest vessels have diesel stoves which are always mounted solid. I rarely used my gimbaled stove while underway. It was a PITA. If I was single handing, I never used it. A gimbaled stove has a set "swing frequency" and the ocean doesn't.
I'm sad the the OP, that just wanted to sell his boat, has to experience a less than desirable debate here.

[UlstermanAbroad]

It speaks volumes that both the OP and a few others, immediately 'go low' in response to my comments and resort to childish attacks. Instead of choosing to have a mature conversation.
Neither of you know anything about me. Instead of responding in kind, I'll choose to educate you a little. I'm a veteran twice over, including once in what you would understand to be, special forces. I went into multinationals following my service and achieved the highest level in my profession. I'm now dedicating the next several years to setting up a charity to help first responders suffering with PTSD etc. I've sailed since I was twelve.
Respond with more childish attacks if you choose. It only reflects badly on yourselves.
Not me.
I felt for the OP because he seems to be between a rock and a hard place. The YachtWorld advertisement is so so and it could be much better. However, that's no longer my concern. No good deed goes unpunished eh. Keep going low. I'll just smile and forget you.

FYI - In my admittedly limited experience, I've rarely seen a stove that wasn't gimballed and always in a boat that's advertised as a passage maker.

[mvweebles]

Originally Posted by UlstermanAbroad

It speaks volumes that both the OP and a few others, immediately 'go low' in response to my comments and resort to childish attacks. Instead of choosing to have a mature conversation.

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Ummmm....you may want to reread your post - calling the OPs hull akin to a 'dogs dinner" and questioning his investment of $100k when he provided a long list of upgrades; noting poor workmanship; poor quality pictures; etc. Hardly the high road nor mature. You may not value the work which is fine, nothing wrong with finding a boat that better suits your needs (if you're even in the market)

I have no dog in this fight, not in the market, just like looking at boats. Your response was uncalled for, rude, and generally out of line. By far the biggest fault of the boat is location, not condition. Your post was neither helpful nor constructive as your opinion is valued only by yourself.

Your profile lists "Trauma Psychologist" as vocation. I would think somewhere in your self proclaimed education and experience, if not childhood, were lessons in golden rule courtesy. Never ends well when you call someone's baby ugly.

[fronthandlebar]

Originally Posted by Celestialsailor

Regarding gimbaled stoves. It's not all that uncommon to see a fixed stove. A lot of Pacific Northwest vessels have diesel stoves which are always mounted solid. I rarely used my gimbaled stove while underway. It was a PITA. If I was single handing, I never used it. A gimbaled stove has a set "swing frequency" and the ocean doesn't.
I'm sad the the OP, that just wanted to sell his boat, has to experience a less than desirable debate here.

Thanks for the reply together with your experience on cooking while under passage.

[Celestialsailor]

Originally Posted by fronthandlebar

Thanks for the reply together with your experience on cooking while under passage.

By the way...Welcome to the forum.

[XtaSea]

WhiskeyRebel, tried to respond to your DM but your Inbox is full.

[rourkeh]

BOAT IS SOLD

[bensolomon]

Congratulations! I am sure the new owner will appreciate all of your hard work!

[Celestialsailor]

Congratulations!... I have never seen a for sale thread go for so long. Sorry all the nay-saying tire kickers gave you so much grief. I'm sure they'll move on to the next poor soul.

[Opie91]

Good for you. The boat looks great and seems to be well equipped.

Someone got an incredible deal!