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I sail a 1986 CS 30 on the East coast (Halifax area).
Ended up on the C+C list looking for advice regarding a C+C I was
looking at 6 yrs ago (similar to you now) - stayed because there
is some good information.
If you have questions about the CS30 I can offer some advice
I general I'd agree with the comments you're getting from others
on the list - find a basic boat that is well kept, you can work on
the details later, or not because you're too busy sailing!
Mark
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On 2019-01-10 12:58 a.m., Shawn Wright
via CnC-List wrote:
Hi Steve,
Thanks for the info. I've talked to brokers, but there are
so few listings around here that they don't have anything to
show me. I have visited and walked every dock within a 2 hour
drive from here, but being on an island, that's not a lot of
boats, even with cruising grounds in our backyard. There are
new private listings starting to appear every day now, but
nothing new at the brokers yet. The problem is I have not
nailed down what I want yet, so the boats that have interested
me are hugely varied, and usually just out of my price range -
like Westsail 32, Nicholson 35, CS 36T. The CS 36T I have not
been on board, but there are 5 of them nearby, and the
interior photos I've seen look great, but it's about double my
budget, so I'm now considering the CS 30, but they are much
less common here. Lots of C&Cs, but anything over 27' is
usually asking too much, like $30K+. I even looked at Catalina
30...
The only C&C 32 listed here currently is asking $40K,
and the broker says it's because the wife says sell, but the
husband doesn't want to, so he won't drop the price...
There are a ton of C&Cs here (at WestPort in Sidney
they are more common that Catalinas) but the prices seem
higher than most places.
I do need to get on board a few more C&Cs to get a feel
for them, as I have only been on the 26, 35-2 and 37 so far.
And yes, a diesel is a must. Trouble is, I want a decent light
air boat that can also handle rough seas that we will sea at
times, especially north of Desolation Sound. And that usually
means at least 32', which is a challenge to get for $20-25K
CAD.
But I am learning at lot along the way. :)
Thanks
Shawn, talk to some brokers and look at their
boats is my advice.
This reminds me of a guy who came out to buy a
hatchback I was selling recently. The guy drove over an
hour out to the countryside where we live to look at the
car, and to try his kid seat in it. It didn't end up
fitting how he liked. He would have saved both of us a lot
of time if he had just gone to a used car lot and done his
decision making there. Likewise, you can learn a lot
walking the docks and talking to other boat owners, or
calling on brokers and seeing their boats. Those folks are
literally paid to show boats. Get your short list figured
out, buy the first boat that meets your requirements and
price point. Go sailing.
For what it's worth. This is why I priced my boat low
when I sold it, and went through a broker. Quick sale, and
only the serious buyers will make the effort. First guy
who looked at it, bought it. Had to rip the bandage off,
it was a hard decision.
Sorry if my earlier message sounded full of crankitude
- I'm boatless, and jealous :)
If you're looking at boats in those size ranges, I
REALLY loved my C&C 32. And they tend to be priced
lower for whatever reason, they're not great PHRF boats
and it seems around here that's what matters. They are a
great handling, and sailing boat that one can cruise on in
comfort, though. Mine was a 1980, later ones came with
diesels, mine had an A4. Purchased for 18k, sold for 25k
five years later (and many, many boat bucks of investment
and hours of work later - and cruises all over Lake
Ontario and Georgian Bay). I sold a turn-key boat with new
sails, solar panels, electrical, plumbing, etc etc etc.
FWIW
Steve
Hello all,
Had a look at the 35 mk2 in Victoria, and while it
will be a great boat for someone, we've decided it's
just not for us. There is a lot of value in recent
upgrades, but the quality of workmanship is not quite
what I'd like to see, and there is a bit too much
complexity in the engine compartment, with dual
alternators, watermaker, etc. Having now been on two
35s, I can say that it is still a contender on our
list though. The owner is motivated to sell, so if
you're interested, I can pass along his contact info.
Thanks!
Thanks for all the info. Going to look
at the boat today, so I will report back. I was
invited on board another '74 35 mk2 yesterday, after
viewing a Catalina (am I allowed to say that
here...?) 30 and a CS 27. Needless to say, I
preferred the C&C, and it just made me more
curious about Callisto. If the work done appears to
be well executed and not a hack job. Will report
back...
Agree on
condition and will add that it’s well Worth paying
a bit more for a boat with recent upgrades, esp if
they are the upgrades you’d make anyway. (The
Bimini you’d buy anyway is effectively free in a
used boat).
35-2 was on my shortlist when I bought my 33-2.
Vs Toronto area Price seems a bit high (as you’d
expect from any seller) but cash is king.... he’s
seeking reasonable offers.
Looks like the boat has already been equipped for
the uses you have planned, and that hard dodger
may be perfect for what you want, especially if
you can steer from there, sitting in the
companionway. (Under power Via autopilot)
Curious about the twin furler mod and how the
stays are supported.
Good luck!
Dave
Sent from my iPhone
> On Jan 5, 2019, at 9:58 AM, Steve Thomas <[email protected]>
wrote:
>
>
> Condition is everything, and that is not a
high price for a reasonably well-equipped boat in
good condition, especially in BC where prices are
generally higher, most likely due to the absurd
cost of housing.
>
> Steve Thomas
> C&C 27MKIII
> C&C 36
>
> ---- Shawn Wright via CnC-List <[email protected]>
wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I am considering a '74 36' mk2, with several
modifications, and I am
> curious about how they might affect the boat
in terms of suitability for
> coastal cruising (BC coast) and possibly a
trip around Vancouver Island.
> Perhaps some here are familiar with the boat
'Callisto' which has:
>
> Twin furlers rigged with 150 genoa and 90
jib.
> VW diesel with dual alternators, reported
4000 hrs.
> Watermaker
> Aluminum framed dodger (not the most
attractive, but appears well built).
>
> The asking price is $32k CAD, which seems
high.
> https://www.kijiji.ca/v-sailboat/victoria-bc/c-c-35-mk-ii/1372900178
>
> Interested in thoughts on this boat, and the
35-2 in general.
>
> Thanks
>
> --
> Shawn Wright
> [email protected]
>
>
>
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