1993 Sea Ray 270 Sundancer

Bob,

This looks a nice tidy boat, and possibly worth a punt at £10k. I am not familiar with the brand, but assume a UK manufacturer looking at the trim? Anything in this price range is going to need some TLC, wiring, mechanicals, fittings etc. And will be a labour of love.

A couple of issues to think about. If you intend to keep her on the river, ensure she has a BSC before you pass any money over.

I had a Sea Ray with a single 3.0 merc. Oil pressure was an issue on this engine, so have the oil analysed before you buy, and change the oil if you go ahead.

Buying boats is a bit like houses. The one you really want is 50% over budget.

Good luck.
 
Well, despite assurances from the broker and the fact he has been trying to sell for over a year.. £10k was turned down out of hand and as that is as much as I am willing to pay for her.... Ce La Vie..

Now.. Based on your advice Diesels are still well out of my price range but how does this look?
http://uk.yachtworld.com/core/listi...c&listing_id=32024&url=&hosturl=nyb&&ywo=nyb&

I know nothing about these but barring a long road journey it looks ideal...

Oh and by the way.. Really appreciating the feedback.. Your experience is invaluable...
 
Cruisers are OK boats, but this will feel a lot smaller than the 27 footers you have been interesting in. She is the same size as our Sunbird was, ok for 2 people for 3/4 days, but cramped for any more. We used to cruise on the Broads. Canopy condition is critical, as you will spend a lot of time above decks on a boat like this.

I think she is well overpriced, and think you can do better.

Have you found any Rinker 270's? These are spacious boats, better built than Binliners, and could be in your pricerange.
 
Agreed. Again, not a proper 27 footer, only if you add the nose and anchor, so quite small inside. And a pretty old Rinker. Looks older than 1990 to me.

Is the engine conversion any good? Difficult to say. The base GM v8 diesel is a pretty robust usit, but how well was it marinised, and serviced? How good is the mating with the drive?

You ought to consider converted boats in the same view as converted cars. They are not alwas done professionally, and usually done because something major has gone pop.
 
Well built boats with great sea going ability for their size,It'll cost a bit getting her back from there though.
 
A lot of boat for the money, much more room for your live-aboard aspirations. The seperate cabins will make life much more pleasant.

Performance wont be as sparkling as the American sportscruisers, but I think it will be sufficient.

I know very little about diesels, so I cant comment on them.

At 15-16k it looks like a good buy. Dont worry about getting it back, tax free diesel will help with the costs. :)
 
Sorry to piddle on the OP's fireworks, but I suspect the asking price would be subject to v.a.t. - at the foot of one page, it says...

More boats from this manufacturer.

* FJORD 39 £52,434 VAT Inc
(€60,000.00 VAT Inc) (1988)
* FJORD 39 £45,443 VAT Inc
(€52,000.00 VAT Inc) (1987)
* FJORD 1001 CC £34,082 VAT Inc
(€39,000.00 VAT Inc) (1986)
* FJORD 775 DOLPHIN £20,974 VAT Inc
(€24,000.00 VAT Inc) (1992)
* Fjord 880AC £17,950 (1985)
* Fjord Dolphin 1200 £48,064
(€55,000.00 ) (1990)

* Fjord 28 C £13,108
(€15,000.00 ) (1980)
* Fjord 930AC £45,000 IncVAT (1990)
* Fjord 27 Centre Cockpit £15,995 (1978)
Click to expand...

I may be wrong, but if v.a.t. was included it would surely state that? :confused:
 
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