Hallberg Rassy Factory tour
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davidej
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We did one when passing. We admitted that we were never likely to buy one but they didn’t mind.
The bonus was a free night in the factory marina.
The bonus was a free night in the factory marina.
wonkywinch
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An excellent attitude towards their customers (polar opposite to Ancasta).
Their Hamble dealer gave us all the time in the world even though they knew we didn't have the budget for one of their boats that would suit us.
"Maybe one day" they said.
Hallberg-Rassy Yacht Sales and Brokerage - Transworld Yachts Sailing Ltd
Their Hamble dealer gave us all the time in the world even though they knew we didn't have the budget for one of their boats that would suit us.
"Maybe one day" they said.
Hallberg-Rassy Yacht Sales and Brokerage - Transworld Yachts Sailing Ltd
johnalison
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I haven't time to view it now but will look properly later. We collected our new 34 in May 2000 and took our gear to Ellos in April, when it was stored in a heated shed for us. While there we saw the factory and our boat almost completed, which was exciting. As the film shows, there is a walkway at near deck level, so getting around and visiting is easy. I was told by one the English agents that the deck/coachroof is put on after moulding and that everything else, including the bulheads is taken in through the companionway, which is impressive, at least to me. This was different to our earlier Sadler 29 that we also saw being built in 1987, where the deck was about the last thing to go on, helped by the rigidity of the sandwich hull and deck mouldings.
doraymefa
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When I did the tour they explained that they put identical trim in sacrificial wood round the companionway during the build. Once the big stuff has passed down below they put the final finished trim in its place. That way every/ any part can be replaced if required.
On a 1997 36 the engine drops down through the cockpit floor and would come out the same way if required.
On a 1997 36 the engine drops down through the cockpit floor and would come out the same way if required.
Whaup367
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I've posted this story before on other threads, apologies to anyone who doesn't think it worth repeating.
When boat shopping a few years ago, we made an appointment with someone from the Bavaria dealership to talk about buying a new boat. They ghosted us. Troubling.
Transworld, however, were helpful and accommodating, though we made it clear we couldn't afford a new HR. Made time for us and showed us around several used ones on a busy Sunday.
We now have an HR.
Graham376
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What about the anchor stowage at 35mins? I certainly wouldn't want that.
Fr J Hackett
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Northshore used to do the same for owners and prospective owners on open days for the 3 associations, Vancouver, Southerly and Fisher. It used to be interesting if not amusing to see the difference between the owners of the 3 marques.
capnsensible
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Looong time since i went there, well over 20 years! Was picking up a brand new Vancouver with the brand new owner. Out for a sea trial and setting to work then the short hop to their berth in Haslar Marina. The buildings were, iirc, a bit scruffy. But the product was excellent and the staff great.
Fr J Hackett
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They built some new "sheds" around 20 years ago and the main offices reception were always smart. Used to do their moulding offsite. It was a pity to see it go under, the Vancouvers were to expensive to make and sell and if truth be known to dated / specialised for the current market so they concentrated on the Southerlies building ever bigger ones last time I went they had the former for a 50 footer something on display. The craftsmanship was very good from what you could see.
johnalison
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Yes, it looks a bit like design for design’s sake. I dare say that it works well enough, and should take a greater variety of anchors than some Malos in the past with their slot in the bow.
