Intervivos
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I am new here, and I am looking to purchase my first boat. Trying to get a feel for the process, would like to make an offer on a 1984 35-3. What would your initial offer be given the following:
Owner is asking around $27K. I get the feeling that the "bones" of the boat are good, but all of the comfort systems have been neglected. I will use this to cruise around the great lakes. My initial feeling was to offer $18K...I will have a survey done, but don't want to start off too low/high. For reference, 35-3 boats that have been repowered and/or have had the standing rigging replaced seem to be in the $35-45K range.
Opinions/comments are welcome, thanks!
- The Deck looks in decent shape, anchor locker and the top of the toe rail have cracking but appear to be solid.
- Some water intrusion and a little rot on around the interior starboard dorade vent.
- Cabin sole under the companionway ladder is soft and in need of replacement.
- Engine is original and runs good. Current owner says is doesn't consume any fluids. No hour meter. Wires everywhere.
- Bimini is old but ok, dodger needs replacement.
- Autopilot is more recent, rest of the instruments are older.
- Wiring/electrical will need troubleshooting (when you turn on one cabin light the whole lighting system goes down.) Condition of batteries is unclear.
- owner doesn't know if the standing rigging has ever been replaced, but visual inspection doesn't show any noticeable defects. The boat has sailed in saltwater, but its current home is in freshwater.
- running rigging is not bad but not good.
- Deck hatches may leak and plexi is crazed.
- refrigerator, water heater, water pressure don't work. Didn't try the stove.
Owner is asking around $27K. I get the feeling that the "bones" of the boat are good, but all of the comfort systems have been neglected. I will use this to cruise around the great lakes. My initial feeling was to offer $18K...I will have a survey done, but don't want to start off too low/high. For reference, 35-3 boats that have been repowered and/or have had the standing rigging replaced seem to be in the $35-45K range.
Opinions/comments are welcome, thanks!