340 Sundancer NEW to ME!

[Scottzzzy]

I would look for another comparable 340 if possible to see if the
first two are your best options. Without a third comparison, the 1999 sounds like a better boat if only because the owner has kept track of maintenance. I would consider this a good indicator that most if not all the required maintenance was done. Also if the guy is a captain means he most likely knows more about taking care of a boat than your little old lady.

Thanks Bob, i agree. I have been looking at as many as I can, even the ones out of my range to try to nail down options we like and to get a pricing picture in my head.:smt101:smt101:smt101

 

[LTD.330]

$500 for bottom paint???? I need your guys number!

There are quite a few deficiencies in the history of the 2000 340 I mention earlier in the thread. I am banking $750 for the full detail and polish /wax, $1500 min for correct bottom painting, $350 zincs, Survey $1000, and items found on survey $1500 credit. Judging by what I have called about and read this is fairly reasonable. I think the 99 is the safer bet and overall better deal. All hanging on the complete survey though.:thumbsup:

:smt021 Oh give me a break! You won't paint the bottom yourself? Will you pay someone to wax the boat too? Maybe get one of those service to come by and wash it before you show up every weekend?

Part of owning a boat is being a "do-it-yourselfer" and doing the maintenance. Quite honestly, rubbing on your boat, sweating under her or in her, only deepens the passion. Goals are accomplished and the bond grow stronger.

 

[Scottzzzy]

Yeah, the sweet little old lady lost her soul mate of XX years and is forced to sell one of their passions. She braced herself for a beating, but she didn't plan on getting a bad taste in her mouth to boot. This world is all about balance. What goes around, comes around.

I was not aware karma now has a price tag??? For this kind of money I am willing to take the risk, but not at the market price of a better kept vessel. If anyone wants to get top price for their item, then take care of it. Or at least be willing to except a comparable reduction in the price for items that need to be addressed to make it sea worthy.:huh:

 

[LTD.330]

I was not aware karma now has a price tag??? For this kind of money I am willing to take the risk, but not at the market price of a better kept vessel. If anyone wants to get top price for their item, then take care of it. Or at least be willing to except a comparable reduction in the price for items that need to be addressed to make it sea worthy.:huh:

Then what are you waiting on? Go for the better kept vessel. Sheesh.

Or is the other vessel a better value because of age and equipment?

 

[Scottzzzy]

On the bottom paint, our SR dealer, the most expensive people in town only charge $650 for the 340 DA. Granted that is when the boat is already pulled out of the water, so hoisting fees may be more, but you are going to have the boat hoisted for the survey, right? Just do the in-water portion prior to hoisting it, so it can sit on the hard for a couple days while they paint.

Or, you could paint it yourself. I did my boat this fall in a day, ankylosing spondylitis and arthritus and all. I hurt for a week after, but that's because of my health issues. (I'm falling apart, and I'm only 40....I never should have low balled that dude on my first boat back 20 years ago or so.)

I called around on the bottom paint to a couple of places and I got prices from $50 ft to $100 ft ( haha no way). The Marina as far as I know has no self service yard, and think they mentioned the pull out and set back is $250?

Lets all keep in mind this is a first go on a cruiser here. I am not buying this as a project boat, but certainlly one to learn on over time.

Like I said, this is why the 99 looks better. Not so many service unknowns as the 2000.

 

[Scottzzzy]

Based on this thread, and what we've been exposed to so far, I'd have to agree, the 1999 boat may be a better option for you. Good luck whichever route you go, and be nice to the lady, I mean look at her, you can't steal her boat man....she's old....she's too old. (a modified moment from a happy movie)

:lol::grin: I wont of course Scott! Thank you for all your constructive help. It has been great getting all the input about this experience. :thumbsup:

 

[LTD.330]

I was not aware karma now has a price tag??? For this kind of money I am willing to take the risk, but not at the market price of a better kept vessel. If anyone wants to get top price for their item, then take care of it. Or at least be willing to except a comparable reduction in the price for items that need to be addressed to make it sea worthy.:huh:

Karma is priceless. You can't buy it, you can't sell it. You earn it.

As a quick reminder of a previous question, do you plan on painting the bottom of your boat when it needs it?

 

[firecadet613]

'99 boat sounds a lot better. Whats the price difference between the two?

 

[Hoo'sdave]

'99 boat sounds a lot better. Whats the price difference between the two?

Whats the difference in the boats between the 2 .Not just the price

 

[Bottom Line]

Maybe you haven't found the "right" boat yet. Boat buying is a huge financial commitment...no reason to rush it.

 

[Scottzzzy]

'99 boat sounds a lot better. Whats the price difference between the two?

Whats the difference in the boats between the 2 .Not just the price

Option wise they are pretty similar. Roughly same hours but I felt the position to get a better deal lies on the 2000 becuase it is not being maintained anymore, no real paper trail on maintenance, has some minor maintenace issues, and it is already on my lake of choice.

The 99 is very very clean, documented, and a bit more money and on the wrong lake (expensive slips).:smt101:smt101:smt101
This one may be our boat at the right $$.

But no deal on the 2000, I shot my withdrawal letter to the broker this morning. Let me know if anyone hears of any other 340's in the Southeast!!


This is EXACTLY why this site is so beneficial and why Jim and CSR provides such a service to boating! Making a move like this would be 10x as frustrating and intimidating without the knowledge and experience that is shared on here.:thumbsup::thumbsup:

 

[douglee25]

Why did you shoot a withdrawal letter to the broker?

Is that just a another way you're hoping will generate a possible call back from the owner?

I'm confused?

Doug

 

[Scottzzzy]

The contract to place a offer on the boat states that I must withdraw my offer in writing. I made an offer and she had 48 hours to respond which she actually did in 72, then I countered and she countered. Just too many unknowns to make me comfortable on this boat.

They want a deposit to send the offer "up the flag pole" as they put it. So I read every word on what I have to do to get my deposit back if we do not make a deal.

I think just to make sure we were serious.

 

[douglee25]

The contract to place a offer on the boat states that I must withdraw my offer in writing. I made an offer and she had 48 hours to respond which she actually did in 72, then I countered and she countered. Just too many unknowns to make me comfortable on this boat.

They want a deposit to send the offer "up the flag pole" as they put it. So I read every word on what I have to do to get my deposit back if we do not make a deal.

I think just to make sure we were serious.

Well to be honest, I too would want a deposit. Without one, your offer means nothing. It's like buying a house. Show me the money! Once I see your earnest money, I'll deal with you. Otherwise, it's like betting against yourself.

If you're 5k apart due to maintenance items, why not just split the difference and call it a day? Flame suit on - I'm sure your estimate is high, she called your bluff, and now you're just backing down? Work with the lady instead of being a stubborn buyer. Yes, it's a buyer's market, but at the same time, it doesn't give you the right to walk over everyone. - Flame suit off.

You get my drift.

Doug

 

[320Bob]

...The 99 is very very clean, documented, and a bit more money and on the wrong lake (expensive slips).:smt101:smt101:smt101
This one may be our boat at the right $$...

C'Mon what is the cost to move the boat to the lake you want to be on versus the slip price differential. Also trust me, not all marinas are equal so see what the extra slip fees get you before you apply a location differential.

 

[Scottzzzy]

A lot of times, the broker will magically get the deal done, once you request your deposit back....funny how that works out.

C'Mon what is the cost to move the boat to the lake you want to be on versus the slip price differential. Also trust me, not all marinas are equal so see what the extra slip fees get you before you apply a location differential.

He tried that already, but by the time I pay her price and the tax I am up into another boat in much better condition. That was the point I was trying to make when comparing the 99 and the 2000. The 99 is older, but documented and in better shape out of the gate. I did call and check all my pricing on the must do list and had some in there for incidentals as was advised for me to do. I may not have done such a good job explaining that point.:huh:

And you are probably right with regards to the move. a couple of the GREAT guys on CSR local to me have PM'd me with some reasonable transport possibilities.

Maybe I am too cautious, I will admit that. Being self employed I know how I claw and scratch for every dollar I earn and Im sure many of you identify with that!:thumbsup:

This way, the beer will taste just that much sweeter at that first raft up of the Spring. OOOH howw I will owe so many of you a round on me!:smt038

 

[carterchapman]

Hell, if you are offering free beer....I'll hitch my whaler to the truck and be down there in about 9 hours. Let me know the day.

Heck Scott, just get on the jump seat and I'll meet you at the Atlanta freight terminal with an extra pair of glasses and a walker with new tennis balls and drive you up to the raft up!

 

[firecadet613]

We just watched that last night.

I'd go with the '99. Well maintained with records. If your only talking a few grand, I'm sure you can come to a deal.

 

[see ray]

HELP , Im trying to make a decision, on a 2001 DA that im looking at, quick discription, 330hr, genny 280hr, cherry wood, bow sunpad Fridge on the deck and 8.1VD motors,(NOT I/O,s) it is one owner,the boat is seviced( impellers, tune ups ,oils ,genny serviced also) 100% fresh water boat botton paint is smoooth no lumps,no tearsin seats, so Im confused!!! it seems that theres 340's, by the vibe i get here that can be bought for 50,60K, yet i see dealers asking/selling, saltwater boats as high as 90 k, or more with the same hoursor more, this boat im looking at can be bought in the low 80.s they are asking high 80.s , WHAT IS ???the money on this boat??? it seems for near 100k a newer boat can be bought ,or are the cheaper boats conditions that bad that they are cheap??? i know the Economy is bad but ive seen a few cheaper boat and they are SO roughthat it would cost thousands to bring them up to par. so my question IS ( what s an average 2001 340 worth ) i know, to look at the abos,nada books but thats just a guide, the nada with options come to 88 to 98 K , so were are the 50/60k boats

 

[douglee25]

i dunoo c-ray ill hav to c wht da intronat saz bout pricees l8tr dis afternoon las tyme i ckecked dey wer lik 90 G's fo sur i cant believ dat **** yo??? u feelin' me?? dem peeps be lyin' at dat dealer****!!!! u best be gettin' somedin mad cheap in dis economie.... u in control c-ray... u da buy'er