Nimbus 27 v 280

[Hacker]

Hi, I'm looking for a good seaworthy hull form (Nelson derived ideally). I understand from previous threads that Nimbus are held in esteem due to the build quality. Budget constraints mean we are looking at sub £40k. Had seen some 280's which tick our boxes (rear cockpit area with built in seating, cooking/refrigeration, heating and hot water, seating within wheelhouse, electric windlass, inboard diesel and shaft drive, good sea keeping) but they were over budget. Just seen a 27 coupe on a website that looks like a good contender. The overall structure looks the same as a 280 and the only 2 things I can see that is different is a longer bathing platform and no hard roof extension. Is there anything else? Any uptown date views on the 2 models?

 

[simonfraser]

quite a few have had the canvas cover over the sky openings converted to a solid roof, guess some of them leak, may want to keep that in mind

 

[[2574]]

We had a 3003, excellent boat and now they are buyable in your price range. If a decent one can be found I wouldn’t hesitate to have another. Take a look (this one is sold)

Nimbus 3003 For Sale | Norfolk Yacht Agency | NYB1566

 

[colhel]

We had a 3003, excellent boat and now they are buyable in your price range. If a decent one can be found I wouldn’t hesitate to have another. Take a look (this one is sold)

Nimbus 3003 For Sale | Norfolk Yacht Agency | NYB1566

I remember the informative email you sent me before we went ahead with the purchase of our 3003.
I think it's a pity that the Nimbus owners website requires a subscription before you can access the information the OP is after.
There is a useful Facebook group for the 3003, it's mainly Swedish but auto translate helps but I can ask a question in English and they're happy to answer in English

 

[Moonbeam]

There is an ACM 31 for sale here in Plymouth Dufour ACM ACM Elite 31 Used Boat for Sale 1999
They seem to get a good write up on this forum if you do a search. Very similar to the Nimbus 310
We had a look at it and really liked it, but decided it's not big enough for us. Above your budget, but I understand the asking price (£50k) is negotiable. PM me if you want more details.