35-40ft sports cruiser

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I was going to mention the Sealine S37 last made in 2002 but for £120k you could buy something younger. The Seaplex electrics puts me off recommending the younger S38.
I've had an S37 for 12 years lots of space and in my view much better fitted out against the Baveria or the Cranchi and with the simple KAD43's very reliable with an adequate 32 knots top end

I have to ask, what does the Sealine have that a Cranchi doesn't? (with the exception of a gas oven)

 

[DavidJ]

I have to ask, what does the Sealine have that a Cranchi doesn't? (with the exception of a gas oven)

I did say in my option but in Spain I have Cranchi 37's on both sides of me with two very happy owners and boats that look good too. In comparison I find the quality of interior finish to be a step higher with the Sealine. Again it's my taste and option only with no offence intended.

 

[lanerboy]

I have to ask, what does the Sealine have that a Cranchi doesn't? (with the exception of a gas oven)

I looked at a cranchi 37 before I bought my previous boat a S37 I found the s37 had a lot more room in the saloon area and the overall finish much better than the cranchi my neighbour has a cranchi 34 and has had it many years and is very happy with it but in my opinion the s37 was a better buy for me personally needing the extra space for 2 adults and 2 kids I felt the cranchi was just too small AIMHO though and if we were all the same life would be boring

 

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I looked at a cranchi 37 before I bought my previous boat a S37 I found the s37 had a lot more room in the saloon area and the overall finish much better than the cranchi my neighbour has a cranchi 34 and has had it many years and is very happy with it but in my opinion the s37 was a better buy for me personally needing the extra space for 2 adults and 2 kids I felt the cranchi was just too small AIMHO though and if we were all the same life would be boring

Fair enough, yes the saloon is bigger in the Sealine S37, but smaller cockpit. For us the bigger cockpit was more important hence why we went for the Cranchi over the Sealine S38 (We've had 10 people for dinner in the cockpit of the Cranchi, and more when tied up having some drinks).

Can't agree on the finish though - we ripped apart (well, not literally) an S38 and when we got into the bowels we found the Cranchi a better finish, esp. when it came to wiring (which is important for me) - but as you say, everyone has different tastes so everyone is happy I'm far from an engineer though so it's just my opinion.

PS. Don't suppose there's a 37ft boat with the saloon of the Sealine and the cockpit of the Cranchi? I would love a gas oven, though. We're currently toying with the idea of removing the microwave and putting in an electric mini-oven (We have gas on-board but to get a gas oven to fit, it would require major surgery)

 

[RogerRat]

I looked at a cranchi 37 before I bought my previous boat a S37 I found the s37 had a lot more room in the saloon area and the overall finish much better than the cranchi my neighbour has a cranchi 34 and has had it many years and is very happy with it but in my opinion the s37 was a better buy for me personally needing the extra space for 2 adults and 2 kids I felt the cranchi was just too small AIMHO though and if we were all the same life would be boring

I agree with your sentiments on the Sealine S34 S37 & S38. Most people will choose these over the equivalent Targa or Sunseeker as new comers due to the space advantages inside the saloon and heads etc. If you're going to be picnicing in a bay or spending much of your time in a marina, they're a good solid choice.

Second time buyers, looking to go out any sort of sea, and me personally, I would put them down a little in the rating. They are prone to hull cracking along stringers if worked hard and having a much shallower dead rise they are prone to slamming in any head sea in comparison, this is why they get damaged. The Bernard Olenski hull that sits under the Fairline Targa 37, 40, 43 etc and the Princess V series is really a far more informed choice. They will take more sea than you can and in a 40 footer, there will be plenty of space too.

The Fairline Targa 40 with the right engines (D6 350) is a quick boat and economical, but probably £25K over your budget as it will be newer. The Princess V40 and V42 with Kad 44s' still a 30 knot boat but economical cruising at 24-5 knots. They can be bought that bit cheaper and you can get a good Princess V42 at very close to this budget. I know because a friend of mine has a mint one at very close to your budget. I'm no pedler but I know it well and it is a good clean one and properly maintained and kept. Based in Southampton. If you'd like to know more then pm me.

One of the nice things about these boats is the garage, you cannot get a decent size dinghy in any Italian equivalent and it is so much better keeping the swim platform clear of a tender, especially in a sea. Also, there is no need to remove the outboard like dinghies on snap davits.

All have massive cockpits, two good cabins and a luxury saloon with nice cherrywood and leather interior etc. At this budget, they well worth look at. imho.:encouragement:

RR

 

[Jurgen]

Funnily enough we did consider the Cranchi but couldn't find 1 in our price range at the time, It all comes down to what you want out of the boat

 

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Funnily enough we did consider the Cranchi but couldn't find 1 in our price range at the time, It all comes down to what you want out of the boat

Pitty we didn't find each other sooner. I was tempted to sell the Cranchi Smeraldo 37 last year but since decided to code her, so going to hold on to her long-term now