Boats Less Than $30K Recent Noteworthy Finds

[Checkswrecks]

Knew I'd seen it somewhere else and the Pearson is advertised in Connecticut too.

[iSaint]

Here's a 1981 37' Irwin that's been dropped way below $30k.

It's in Tarpon Springs

[Scout 30]

Another nice Pearson. I'm not sure how I feel about the centerboard being glassed in but it's been repowered & looks to be in good shape. The 3'9" draft is great for Florida & the Bahamas.

https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/boa...746064767.html
https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/pearson-35
The Pearson 35 Sailboat : Bluewaterboats.org

[Steadman Uhlich]

45' Bruce Roberts Offshore 45

Hull = STEEL

Steadman’s Note:
Before buying this boat, make sure you learn about the care and maintenance of a steel hulled boat. Do a search of the CF archives for many threads related to steel hulled boats.

Priced for quick sale
Year: 1987
Ad says the boat was launched in 2008
Current Price: US$ 24,500
Located in LaSalle, MI
Hull Material: Steel
Engine/Fuel Type: Single diesel
YW# 16664-3485173

https://www.yachtworld.com/boats/198...tent=PBS-1View

[williamtl]

the centerboard being glassed in

Without any sort of keel how is This boat going to sail to wind? Or even on a reach without getting pushed way off course? Unless there is some something I’m missing seems like this would make useless a really nice looking boat.

[model 10]

Some boats ditch the thing when they get to Guatemala. According to the boatyard guys, some people drop it on the way down, "the GOM is littered with them".

[Scout 30]

Originally Posted by williamtl

Without any sort of keel how is This boat going to sail to wind? Or even on a reach without getting pushed way off course? Unless there is some something I’m missing seems like this would make useless a really nice looking boat.

If you check the links I posted on the Pearson 35 you'll see that there's still plenty of keel. The centerboard adds only a small percentage. I sailed a sharpie with a 15" board up draft for many years & it would sail to windward with the board up. Of course it would point higher with the board down but don't underestimate the amount of lift sails provide.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Hunter 34

Year 1986

Asking Price = $15,500

Location = Hingham, MA, USA

Steadman's Notes:
Many people visiting CF are looking for a good "starter boat" for learning how to sail something larger than a dinghy or for bay or coastal cruising. This boat is a typical, low priced, "cruiser" that has some desirable features. This particular design has a "private aft cabin" (it has a low overhead, as it is under the cockpit), and a nice layout for the galley (one of this boat's selling features).

Link to Ad: https://www.yachtworld.com/boats/198...tent=PBS-1View

DISCLAIMER: I have NO financial connection to this boat or the seller or broker. I am simply sharing boats I think may help people here on CF. As with any boat, use a yacht survey and Caveat Emptor.

[LLCoolDave]

Originally Posted by td0tz

Pearson 424 Ketch, $20,000 ?
If it isn't a scam, pretty amazing deal. Smells too good to be true.
Perhaps a sidetrack, maybe appropriate in this thread, in general, what would be quick ways to verify reality w/out running across country?
Craigs list, Los Angeles
Only 2 photos:



New standing rigging (2005), mast cables booms, new canvas and stacks packs (Spring 2018), new
counter top and force 10 stove, all new Ray Marine electronics, (radar, dept, speed wind ) new Walther V drive with shaft (2017), Borg warner transmission, central a/c and carry on, propane heat and electric , all new wiring thru out boat , new battery , Air Dine 400 Wind generation system, solar panels with controller, Balmar alt with controller 2015 , main, Genoa sails in great condition, Pro Roller fuel system, comes with electric winch , CQR anchor , safety equipment, Comes with inflatable and new mercury 4 stroke outboard.

Found the "original" listing. Asking $81,000.

https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/70618

[highdesertsailr]

Yes, this is just another attempted Craigslist scam. Don't waste your time! People that attempt to steal from others need to be made to walk the plank.

[brokenotbroken]

What am I missing? Why is this one still available?

https://www.yachtworld.com/boats/198...-h-28-3039088/

[john61ct]

“Anyone who feels the need to stand upright on a sailboat, can go on deck”

[brokenotbroken]

Originally Posted by john61ct

“Anyone who feels the need to stand upright on a sailboat, can go on deck”

Ah yes, I did miss that fact.

[JC Reefer]

I’ll be honest, this is my favorite thread. Thanks to all for filtering out some of the crud out there. I really enjoy the different boats that are noted.

Here is an interesting steel yacht. 44 feet with some love already put into her.

https://maine.craigslist.org/boa/d/1...747215435.html

[Matt Johnson]

Originally Posted by JC Reefer

I’ll be honest, this is my favorite thread. Thanks to all for filtering out some of the crud out there. I really enjoy the different boats that are noted.

Here is an interesting steel yacht. 44 feet with some love already put into her.

https://maine.craigslist.org/boa/d/1...747215435.html

Dang.... that's a deal if it surveys well.

Matt