Dufour Arpege known problems and weaknesses

[phipseml]

Hi all,

I'm considering a Dufour Arpege as one option for a new boat and will look at a few next month. What are known problems and weaknesses for these? Anything special to ask the dealer or to look for when there? Also, are there production years I should avoid? Any advice welcome.

I'm thinking structural integrity of hull, keel, deck, fittings etc., not engine or electrical systems, since I think I can evaluate the quality of those myself and I feel that that's somewhat independent of the boat make for boats that old.

I'll also look at other models (e.g. Nicholson), but will put questions for those into another thread (with probably similar wording as this one).

Thanks in advance,
Phil

[Paul L]

You might try asking on the Dufour owners group
https://www.dufour.org.uk