Windy 24

[pauls_SPT]

Hello,

I was hoping somebody would be able to tell me something about these boats?

I'm looking for my first motorboat and have been looking at things like Shetland 570's. In my local boatyard, however, there's been a Windy 24 tied up next to the slip for at least the last four years and I'm thinking of asking the yard owner whether the owner would consider selling it.

But...I thought I'd try and find out a bit about it first and the good old internet has come up short on info /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif If anybody can tell me a bit about them, particularly along the lines of engines / fuel consumption / speed, I'd be most grateful.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[BrokerBen]

Try dropping an email to the Manufacturers:

http://www.windy.no

Or the uk dealers:

www.berthon.co.uk who are based in Lymington

Also consider American boats like SeaRay of similar sizes as they will be well priced.

Of course the Jeanneau Leader range is also worth a look and I can do you a cracking deal on one such as this:

http://www.boattraderpro2.net/fullspecsomo01.asp?btsrefno=7741

As I work for the Worldwide Jeanneau Dealers of the year 2007 /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

PM me if you'd like any further advice!

 

[Kawasaki]

Windy boats are good quality. Good seakeeping too.
Different league to a Shetland 570., although there were not a bad little job.

If you have been looking at that tyoe of Shetland I would imagine you have a limited budgett.
If you could cop for something like the Windy at in good condition and reasonable money that would be good.

 

[gjgm]

cant say I found Windy Head Office too helpful in the past, and although Berthon have some history with the marque, they are fairly orientatd to selling Windys ith only few years on the clock. Try asking for Andrew, though do so with my note above in mind.
There is someone in my marina who (I think) knows about the older ones. PM me if you like.
I m fairly sure Windy took a big turn when Norway's media mogul bought the marque and poured money into the company.I m a bit ignorant about the boats before that time.

 

[Peanuts]

Reading in between the lines of Need4Speed's post I would imagine that there is a limited budget (as also noted by Kawasaki). Reason being looking at a Shetland 570 but has noted a Windy 24 that has not moved for 4 years, so I can reasonably calculate that we are looking at the lower end of the market.
Now it is very obvious just from your user name that you are in the boat selling market and you also quote in your advert - sorry I mean post that you work for a Jeanneau dealer, but one has to ask, isn't trying to sell a boat at £27495 probably a bit (or even a lot) above what he is looking at?

 

[ontheplane]

But isn't that what Brokers do??

My experience with them is they try and sell you what they have, not what you want - I am sure there are however exceptions to that rule

 

[pauls_SPT]

Thanks all /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

You're quite right, I'm definitely looking at the lower end of the market...it was just that all the boats I was looking at were miles up country from me and this one was just sitting around, slowly going to wrack and ruin...

However...even if I were able to argue a good price for it, I think the pair of 6 cylinder petrol engines it has would pretty much stop me from ever being able to afford to take it out anywhere, anyway /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif

I'll start small and work up, I think /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Thanks again...

Paul

 

[Peanuts]

Going back to your original question about the Windy, does it state Windy 24 on it or does it look about 24 ft. You mention its got 2 engines so I was wondering if it was a 8800CC/FC although at 8,4 m overall its a tad above your 24ft. If possible have a look at the builders plate.
Just remember even if you end up with a Shetland (nothing wrong with that) every boat is some-ones love and joy.

Steve

 

[Dave_Snelson]

Different strokes for different folks. The two boats are for totally different purposes. You will notice that I am the owner of a fairly old Windy 8800 - which does have great handling and great sea-keeping, but...not all older Windy's were that way inclined. Cash injection by a much larger conglomerate (media & hotels) produced the desired result for all Windy's post 1990? I think?

Mine is 1986, and was made in amongst some stinkers - but escaped the dodgy styling, and ended up a good boat which is still in demand today.

Speed? 35+ knots. Fuel? 6 gallons/hr...ish

Decide what you need the boat for and that will shape your choice.

Oh BTW - that was my 5000th post /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Huey]

Hi there Need for speed I was seaching the internet as you were re windy 24 I bought one recently from Ebay as a project described as a few weekends work /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif. I think they are an excellent boat build quality etc if not a bit dated. Mine was idol for 4 years apparently though this did not effect the boat as a whole I am currently rebuilding both engines due to water damage. Since I am an engineer it is not a problem to me however those without the means to remove engines etc it would become an expensive project.

 

[Fire99]

Hi Paul,

I'm no expert in the boat market world but i do own a shetland black prince 23' running a single 200hp Petrol Sterndrive.
My 1st boat was a Norman 18 runing a 40hp outboard then a Freeman 30 running diesels in between..

Anyway, getting to the point /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif Firstly Shetland 570's ive seen at various price levels and some fetch good money as they are a great little boat, easily trailable and relatively cheap running costs with a modest outboard (50-60hp)

Taking a look at the Windy, i guess its two Volvo Penta V6 Sterndrives?

Having run a boat with a single outboard and now one running single Sterndrive, running costs are alot more with the sterndrive. Even if on paper it doesn't seem that way.
Obviously if you are a skilled mechanic, its all relative but if you are paying for work to be done you will notice significant extra costs running Dual Engines & Dual Sterndrive legs.

Also if the Windy has been neglected for a few years then it is more than possible you'll be taking a gamble on the condition of the legs. A major service for two legs even with no remedial work could cost quite a bit. (i had a few bits done on my single one plus a full service and was more expensive than a second hand 40hp Outboard with 3 month warranty for the norman)

Obviously if the Windy is a nice one and the engines are in top condition then you will be getting a more substantial boat so don't think i'm being all doom and gloom on the Windy.

What i would say is that if, like me at certain times, the boat purchase is going to spend virtually all your available funds then i would go on the side of caution and go down the lines of the Shetland so you get fun on the water and a taste of boat ownership and hopefully you'll have a few quid in the bank incase you need some work done on the outboard (which shouldn't be awfully expensive)

I overstretched with my Freeman due to the dreaded Dry Rot on the topsides and it totally ruined the fun of boat ownership for a few years.

Just another slant but i hope it helps.. If you want any further info from me, feel free to ask.

regards,

Nick