the Ugly Duckling

[TiggerToo]

Who is going to transform this:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140362544046&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Into this: http://www.yachtsnet.co.uk/boats/k96119/k96119.htm?

I feel it may be possible.

 

[Ubergeekian]

Who is going to transform this:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140362544046&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

Into this: http://www.yachtsnet.co.uk/boats/k96119/k96119.htm?

I feel it may be possible.

Since they are two different boats by two different designers built by two different companies, converting one into the other would be a fair bit of work. There is a long thread about the Pioneer elsewhere.

 

[snooks]

I've seen Quixota in the flesh a few years ago, and she was in simply stunning condition. The sort of condition that shows care has been lavished on her for a long time. She was better than new with perfect brightwork. I've never seen a boat as old in such good condition without a professional crew looking after her, she really is unique.

Getting that tatty Pioneer up to that the award winning standard of Quixota will take you or whoever a lot of time and even more money.

If you've got both in abundance go for it. If not, think twice

 

[Cerddinen]

Since they are two different boats by two different designers built by two different companies, converting one into the other would be a fair bit of work. There is a long thread about the Pioneer elsewhere.

Don't be so negative. There is nothing that a pot of car body filler, some sheets of glass mat, and a bit of epoxy resin cannot change. Given the above, plus a trowel and a sander I could easily do the job in a week.

 

[TamarMike]

Somehow I feel I'd be happier sailing the Pioneer, as I'd be worried about spoiling the Contessa's immaculate condition - even clambering aboard from the dinghy with muddy wellies and 2 wet dogs would bring tears to me eyes - though I am sure SWMBO would have the exact opposite opinion (and a flannel and towel waiting for me!)