Buying abroad

[Gazza]

I have just been reading (with great interest) brochures for OVNI yachts, made by Alubat in Sables d'Olonne. I am particularly interested in the 345, both for its material (aluminium) and its lifting keel.

Has anyone out there any experience/views on buying in France, and particularly buying new.

Has anyone any experience/views of OVNI yachts.

Gary Miller

 

[Guest]

When I lived in France I admired these yachts. You have missed them at the La Rochelle Boat Show but they will almost certainly be at the Salon in Paris in about six weeks.
Sorry that I can't help you on buying in France. My only general comment is that I found most French yachting companies to be more professional than their British counterparts. Fluent French (an ex wife) is of course an advantage. La Rochelle is a real gem.