steved
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Thinking about buying one or the other, which one would you prefer and why?
Sealine F33 v Jeanneau Prestige 32
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Whitelighter
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Both good boats, but I would go for the p32 for the following reasons:
Nicer more modern interior
Less fussy exterior look
Shaft drive
Nicer more modern interior
Less fussy exterior look
Shaft drive
Momac
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I have recently purchased a F33. I seem to be a Sealine fan having moved up from a S23.
There is good genuine honest support for Sealines on the Sealine Forum which is a good source of general knowledge . Also it seems possible to obtain most parts as many of the bits and pieces seem to have been UK sourced , or stock remains available from UK sources. In fact I did not need to buy much in the way of parts for my S23 in 6 years ownership, other than normal service items. My 'new' F33 need s a few cosmetic bits such as a cupboard latch and a louvre vent which I am able to buy at reasonable cost .
The mechanical and electrical Volvo Penta parts are pretty much the same for any boat builder.
I didn't look at any Jeanneau / Prestige boats. If there were any for sale in my range they did not attract my attention. To be honest I doubt whether part supply is a major problem but there is just a possibility a few odds and ends might be more difficult to source compared to the Sealine.
Clearly I prefer the Sealine. But I suggest you look carefully at examples from both brands and select whichever boat makes you feel happy.
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There is good genuine honest support for Sealines on the Sealine Forum which is a good source of general knowledge . Also it seems possible to obtain most parts as many of the bits and pieces seem to have been UK sourced , or stock remains available from UK sources. In fact I did not need to buy much in the way of parts for my S23 in 6 years ownership, other than normal service items. My 'new' F33 need s a few cosmetic bits such as a cupboard latch and a louvre vent which I am able to buy at reasonable cost .
The mechanical and electrical Volvo Penta parts are pretty much the same for any boat builder.
I didn't look at any Jeanneau / Prestige boats. If there were any for sale in my range they did not attract my attention. To be honest I doubt whether part supply is a major problem but there is just a possibility a few odds and ends might be more difficult to source compared to the Sealine.
Clearly I prefer the Sealine. But I suggest you look carefully at examples from both brands and select whichever boat makes you feel happy.
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rafiki_
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The F33 has fantastic packaging and space for the size of boat. Not looked closely at the P32, so can't comment.
alt
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I was almost in the same situation not so long ago.
A hard choice tbh as both have their merits. But what won over for me was the fact that the F33 was a very 'tippy' boat. Given that I like to go places on my boat, the P32 won.
Then I went and bought a sports cruiser
A hard choice tbh as both have their merits. But what won over for me was the fact that the F33 was a very 'tippy' boat. Given that I like to go places on my boat, the P32 won.
Then I went and bought a sports cruiser
steved
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Thanks for your comments
All my previous boats have been shaft driven, so know the benefits there, but the challenge of outdrives together with potential fuel economy is also appealing.
Just wondering which boat would hold its value best over say a 5 year period. My experience of French motor boats albeit Beneteau, seem to date quite quickly, and therefore appear to depreciate quicker.
All my previous boats have been shaft driven, so know the benefits there, but the challenge of outdrives together with potential fuel economy is also appealing.
Just wondering which boat would hold its value best over say a 5 year period. My experience of French motor boats albeit Beneteau, seem to date quite quickly, and therefore appear to depreciate quicker.
oldgit
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It has been said that a F33 really does need a bowthruster.
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Ripster
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We had a Prestige 32 for 3 years a few years back before going over to Rag and stick. Great boat, really good at Sea and will do about 30kn flat out with KAMD300s in. Fairly thirsty we found - 60-70LPH cruising at 23-5Kn. We also looked at the F33 at the time and they do have a bit more room inside and are probably a better interior design as the engines aren't in the way, but we had poor experience with OD's beforehand so went for the simplicity of shafts. Additionally, and only IMO mind, the twin shaft set up (and BT!) makes close qtr mnvrs a doddle. Engine access is a bit of pain on the P32 as you have to take up the saloon floor and even then getting to the belts on port engine is true PIA - but doable. Whichever you go for, they are both great choices for small FB cruisers, just make sure the engines (and ODs for F33) have been serviced each season and get a good Volvo engine man to check them out before you buy.
volvopaul
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The amount you will spend on extra servicing and repairs of a stern drive boat will cancel out the saving in fuel. My view is the sealine is a practical boat in many ways.
The 32 are a real pain to maintain correctly as there was little or no thought out in at design stage as to how main service items would be attended to along with removal if such items like an intercoolers on the port engine or a gearbox. I've just spent two days working on one , I personally would look at other makes in the price range you have .
peterandjeanette
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Can't speak for the P32
I had a F33 for several years. Although Thames based SWMBO and I made several cross channel trips with the boat.
Great turn of speed. Very comfortable and easily managed. Yes, a bow thruster would be a great advantage.
Loved my F33.
I had a F33 for several years. Although Thames based SWMBO and I made several cross channel trips with the boat.
Great turn of speed. Very comfortable and easily managed. Yes, a bow thruster would be a great advantage.
Loved my F33.
Mikehp0
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Have had my prestige 32 for 18 months and can confirm and reinforce all Ripster's points. She 's called Morning Star, kept in Berthon Lymington and we've just been to Fowey and back over a two week period - wonderful experience. Don't pay too much for one - lots of silly prices out there this year. Mine was in decent condition (350 hours on kamd300 engines and I've quietly modernised with new plotters, hd radar, ais, updated upholstery, new covers, removal of everything painted green (lots on these boats!) yet she stands me in at sub £80k. RK and Berthon's engineers fit between those engines just fine! Always happy to show her off!
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