£295,000 Yacht Tour : Botnia Targa 32

[@mohammedahidar2117]

The fact that you even upload during these hard times says a lot. Thank you for not leaving us alone during these times.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

No problem :)

[@oneslackr]

@@AQUAHOLIC : Nick, I enjoyed this tour. I'm from Helsinki originally so I always enjoy seeing Finnish boats. Yes, you're correct Finns are very practical. For example, that interior table support can double as a stripper pole when the table isn't in use. 😄

[@r.a.monigold9789]

Those Botnia folks sure know how to Finnish a boat. Puns aside, my favorite feature is the Fly Bridge - THAT'S clever. But the clever just starts at the top and runs right through the vessel with a "hidden" galley, a lounge that converts to a dinning room via 'the table from above'. The helm has its own set of pleasant surprises plus the double cabins (at opposite ends of the boat) with a spacious head / shower - ALL on a 32 footer. Surprisingly clever. Thanks for sharing, Nick

[@jedihaloman2147]

I like these ‘purpose built’ boats that are not meant to be for show but to be practical

[@Sqoun]

True, yet its prices is up there with the show boats sadly.

[@garygibson416]

The sort of boat that doesn't turn heads but has a real wow factor inside. Really useful and could imagine running one for years... time to save up

[@MikiLund]

have sailed 2 diff lenght, they are not that great, cold, noice and door vener so thin they break to easily, toilet so small one have to go backwards in, that in 42 feet long boat.

[@dougshirley3460]

See, now that is the beauty of having a boat that does not look like everything else on the water. It turns heads. Some boats turn heads because they are nothing but floating bling. Out of style in a few years. Boats like this stay in style, & hold their value, for years to come. If I was shopping I would not buy one. Too many levels for starters. I have an Albin 32+2. Another unusual looking boat. All one level cabin & a true, pull the curtain, shower stall for starters.

[@Reznor_Meeks]

This one screams craftsmanship, everything you touched seemed nicely made with weight, not a luxury boat by any means but I think this kind of boat will really suit the purists, no extras keeping simple functional with exceptional quality, I love these kind of boats, thanks for the video Nick, cheers !

[@markrussellfilaroski5035]

💯% agree. Amazing craftsmanship.

[@andrewbeale2585]

i had one of these, albeit the 30' model with open cockpit forward, I had twin 275hp engines and she flew. Very practical, no canopies to fiddle with as Nick pointed out, and the best things of all were the walkaround decks, and twin sliding doors in the pilothouse, meaning access was better than just about any other boat. If I lived nearer the coast I would have one again, completely brilliant range of boats. And good support from Wessex Marine the dealers in Poole.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I hear nothing but praise for Wessex

[@steve-marsh]

OMG I’m excited for this one! Hits 👍 before even watching :)

[@willwud]

Wasn’t expecting to at the start but I liked this boat! Anyone else think stripper pole? 🤣. Great work Nick 👍🏻

[@dreammfyre]

It’s like the “funkis” boat. Which is short for functionalism, an architectural style that was popular in the Nordic countries in the 40-60s. The inside here kinda reminds me of my grandparents old house from the 50s. Very clean with a sprinkle of quality wood details.

[@barryoconnor431]

Saw one of these Targa type boats when we were in Devon,, 2019, remember when we had holidays?? It was about 1/2 mile off the coast going through a swell in windy conditions like a hot knife through butter. Well impressed, whilst a couple of other cruisers and sail boats were taking it a bit easier. Deffo a 4x4 foe the seas.

[@arcadia4559]

Love all the different styles of boats. The smaller boats often seen to have more ingenious design solutions...

[@kieranharriman7055]

That’s a really useable, functional boat. Particularly like the rear cabin and heads. Basic but really cosy looking. Love it.

[@g9rud]

Went onboard this at the last Southampton boat show, was so impressed, for me thought it was the best boat at the show. Nice tour as always Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mmsmits2868]

I just love the straight-up functionality of the Scandinavian boats. Like anything else they do, it's all about function without forgetting they're there for people. Fantastic!

[@SUBTT67]

Targa is not Scandinavian boat. It is Finnish.

[@mmsmits2868]

@@SUBTT67 My apologies. I stand corrected.

[@kimitalvitie]

These Targas really are the key boats for living here in the Finnish archipelago, so useful, not afraid of some waves and can anchor ANYWHERE

[@SeekingSiobhan]

I live for the mirror finger waggles, Nick! Another great video -- this boat is beautiful!

[@mortenpedersen191]

Very popular model and brand in Norway. Great video again Nick.!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Many thanks!

[@JulieWallis1963]

Oh dear Nick, you’re leading me astray again. I was busy cleaning up, sat down for a 5 minute break and drink and get notification that you’d uploaded. Well, I’d be rude to ignore you wouldn’t I? Never mind, the kitchen floor can wait to be swept and steamed.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I like your thinking! 😃

[@backdoorbursta2866]

Love the foam cleaning pads being used as a lid damper for the hob.

[@karstenpedersen7749]

That headline made me go ooohhhh, I really like these.

[@AllSingingAllDancing]

6:46 happy wave. I love seeing these reviews, Nick. I think we all do.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you 🙂

[@eragonwjfn]

That is the such a cool looking boat. I didn't know there was heads and beds in the back there. Love the solutions! Love this channel!

[@invasion9786]

I've noticed you have been doing quite a lot of affordable boat tours, like it Nick

[@adam_b1187]

LOL - affordable, can anyone lend me the other £290k?! I jest of course, compared to an X95 it's very affordable! A very nice boat.

[@riolux]

Yeah... affordable. That's the main reason I watch this channel 😀

[@philipmason3218]

Yep, that'd do nicely and relatively affordable too. I could happily spend a week or two exploring our coastline. Thanks Nick.

[@davidsild4011]

I was surprised how interesting the video was, at first glance the boat looks abit dull. Nice helm position and accommodation, it's a retirement boat.. with sports boat performance stats. Good sunday viewing cheers Nick 👍

[@gsmith207]

it’s like they shrunk a huge fishing vessel. Love this little buggah! I think for this money you get a lot of little big ship stuff. thanks Nick!

[@marylandflyer5670]

Love that dark seating - looks very sharp with white and beautiful wood.

[@Unitedflyier]

Really looking forward to seeing reviews of the new Sunseekers and Princesses this year.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Me too!

[@maxmcgraw3571]

QUESTION NICK!!! I purposely put that all in caps in hopes that you would see and answer this question because I know you have a lot of comments. You are the best of the best and you cover every detail pretty thoroughly from the makers of appliances to engines. My question is about the bedding. After literally watching hundreds of your vids, I have never once heard you say anything about the beds. How comfortable are they and who are the makers? Are they easy to replace? Comfortability is extremely important for those who use their boats/yachts for overnight trips. If you can sometime, would you please include some detail of the beds themselves on one of your upcoming videos? Thank you and keep up your Awesome coverage. Max

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I always answer the questions (except the silly ones 😄). Beds are usually foam mattresses and I've always found them pretty comfortable, it's what my boat has. However the big luxury yachts often have sprung mattresses and there are companies that will custom make sprung mattresses to fit if you did want more comfort.

[@davidmcbride7684]

I love the botnia boats they remind me of a mini Noordhavin, a great boat very utilitarian. Great review Nick 👍

[@rwj10]

The Botnia Targa 32 with cfc is my absolute dreamboat. What a beautiful thing!

[@Typhyr]

I love this kind of boat, so much placed in so little area, functional and still very good looking.

[@Knee-ko]

Very interesting and quirky vessel Nick. Can tell it's built to thrive in harsher Nordic conditions without totally sacrificing comfort.

[@vyvern1]

And the table even doubles as a pole for a pole dancer, very practically indeed!

[@LelaE34]

I was thinking the same thing. Lol

[@anthonymcnab9784]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Desiqnify]

I was thinking that too XD

[@leongt1954]

That was my thought too😁

[@venom74799]

Son of a biscuit I thought the same lol

[@nicbennett6554]

Thanks for another top notch tour 👍 Every time I see you tour a Botnia it makes me want to move to Scandinavia, buy one and start anchoring off remote small islands in any weather! Sounds superb 😁

[@seaangling]

That has to be my new favourite boat. 👍🏻

[@beechy006]

Thought for a second you had forgotten to give us the mirror wave Nick! Interesting boat this, been some nice variety lately, each thoroughly enjoyable, keep them coming 👍🏻

[@rjcarter2020]

Great to see you reviewing these 4x4’s of the sea Nick. More please!

[@chrish2996]

Hi Nick. Looks like you have the whole range lined up. Sleeping for up to 5. Very practical and useable, economical and fast. Whats not to like. Botnia created a seaworthy safe boat with tons of option. Great walkthrough tour thanks 😊

[@Nokenify]

One of the best 32-footers I have ever seen.

[@DIY-DaddyO]

Another grey Sunday afternoon... Oooo Nick’s done a video AND it’s a Botnia AND I’ve got tea n flapjack. Sorted.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Perfect!

[@philt5782]

Sat waiting for the Super Bowl to start with a bottle of wine. What to do... what to do........I know... let's watch an Aquaholic video... Thanks for posting another great video Nick. Sundays are better being an Aquaholic.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Enjoy!

[@peterf46]

Superb, looking at your boat reviews has become my bedtime viewing!👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like them!

[@kevindashid]

Can’t complain about a boat that has a stripper pole that turns into a dinner table.

[@mwrcrft]

The Bonita 32 with comfort fore cabin is a very practical boat if you lived on a island and needed it for main transport to main land and if weather kicks up and not advisable to go back to island home you could stay on this till weather gets better. Very nice indeed.

[@skaiblu_official]

hey i was wondering if in your future vids can you show us the hi-lo platform working just like you do with the slideable roofs if possible...thanks in advance luv your vids keep up the good work

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Check out my Ultimate Charter videos and you'll see a platform being used and the tender deployed, and also the tender recovery.

[@notconvincedgranny6573]

I am shocked and amazed - at how much I love this "please use me" boat!

[@pantera6169]

Love the old style gauges!

[@ZangLussuria]

Very well laid out boat. I like the teak and deep blue combo.

[@pstone7657]

Great boat, great tour thanks . . . AND Nick, I especially like the look of the "low profile" socks with your boat shoes . . . A right proper English Gentleman's look Mate 😎

[@ScottyBGooner]

Another interesting and quality video Nick 👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@TheMVCoho]

Love it, this is what a boat should be! Thanks for taking us along Nick!!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bigp7902]

Nice well built boat that nick 👍

[@patrickbrookings]

I've lived in Finland for some 7 years, so I know how practical things are there. As in all the Northern countries in fact. That's a beautiful boat! I'd prefer it any day over some of those posh yachts to be honest

[@littleskiboy7]

Very clever little boat! I love the versatility! Great job, as always nick!!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you!

[@MegaMagicbeans]

That's a lovely little boat, no pretention at all just function.

[@christophergreening1075]

What a lovely little craft, I imagine it being very comfortable for a good week or two. Also, I look forward to the ‘hello me’ wave and I’m guessing I’m not the only one lol I’ve seen a few videos where you didn’t wave and it wasn’t the same Nick, just makes chuckle, nice one Nick

[@tal0ndarktalon637]

Interesting machine! Again, it’s not what I need, but I’d watch an Aquaholic tour of a rowboat, both because Nick does a great job, and because it would be a unique one, or we wouldn’t be seeing it. Having said that, this is a very practical machine. I like it.

[@starwarseverything220]

Great video yet again Nick. Can’t wait for the next one!!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Coming soon!

[@catavar9921]

If I ever exchange my sailboat for a motor yacht, Botnia may be getting a call. I like Princesses, but if your use-case isn't a cruise in the med, something like this is much more useful.

[@genericusername2177]

Pretty practical pottering on these. I imagine they would need to be if you use them like you would use a car. Great tour, thank you 👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulogrinke7020]

A very pratical, no nonescense, simple boat. I liked it.

[@nickwebb9290]

Absolutely love this boat, not overly large so mega manageable, great accommodation and it’s whizzy quick 👍

[@veliz1275]

Me encantan tus videos muchas gracias por la ayuda ya que viendolos puedo disipar este stress por encierro ...lo disfruto mucho ...

[@mikebruce6234]

Pilot house boats not normally my thing, but thats a nice boat, can see so use able, thanks Nick. 👍🏻🛥

[@sandeepkumarsingh4567]

Wonderful Boat Nick Sir... Compact and have easy to access... Looking great too Sir.. God bless you

[@cookiemonster2299]

I guess a lot of commentators will be expecting a table on the pole the next time they go to their favourite club 🤣😂😭. Like this one a lot, very practical and quick by the sounds of it, cheers.👍

[@justin.s9783]

nice boat, with neat features. good vid

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you liked it!

[@pg1144]

Hi Nick another great video enjoyed as always thanks

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks for watching :)

[@collywobblelaw9934]

Absolutely love this boat, looks great for UK waters. Thanks for this!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you liked it!

[@davidmwood560]

I could live very happily with one of these. Wouldn't need to upgrade ~ apart from possibly adding extra fuel tanks for some serious range. Thank you for another great tour Nick

[@scottchapple588]

"Now, these fellows here look like rocket launchers, but they're actually fender holders." Still chuckling on that one. Good description, though. Thanks, Nick! Nice boat.

[@lekoman]

I just love your channel. Big boats and little boats alike, thoroughly explored and explained, without much extra fluff. Just excellent. Well done, sir. And thank you. :)

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@robertlindstrom540]

These are the boats that the professionals buy. Master mariners, ships engineers and people like that. In Finland the season for boating is short, unless your boat is one of these. These can be used up until there is ice, and quite comfortably. And you can always get back on time, no matter what the weather is like. This 32 would be my choice, up here in the north that is a very practical size. Good review, you seem to know your boats.

[@andym847]

TONKA boat, the little boat that could, brilliant. Excellent tour of a lovely boat with massive ability. Thank you, take care and stay safe. 👍👍👍⛴🛳☠🛥🚤🏴‍☠️⛵🚢⚓😎

[@raydowley1038]

very nice and very practical boat my only gripe is no head for the forward cabin bit of a trek for midnight maneuvers

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Really like this one!

[@bobuncle8704]

Kind of reminds me of myself. Not the prettiest of the bunch, but eminently practical and can get the job done🤔

[@oliverfrey7511]

These boats are amazing! If your house in on an island in Scandinavia, this is your commuter tool that will get you to work on time no matter what the weather is like! A real boat and NOT a dock queen for swimwear models.

[@paulnorman8274]

With Scandinavian fuel prices and taxes; you'll spend more getting to and from work, than you take home working......... The "commuter boat" moniker for these, is realistically more about weekly commuting (boat price inflation have rendered even that less realistic). Which is not entirely unheard of in some parts of Scandinavia. An apartment, or work accommodation (or I suppose just the boat for the true enthusiasts...) during the week. Weekends spent in a quieter spot with less than ideal access by car. For actual day commuting in a larger boat: A light, very narrow, low powered displacement hull is much more sensible. Not a 600hp ocean bashing rocket. The new Loxo being perhaps the best current representative among production boats. At least on the larger, more full featured and luxurious end.

[@guReMcO]

Love this. Super practical, fast and a looker.

[@laurirobinson8346]

Good Morning Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Good morning Lauri!

[@laurirobinson8346]

@@AQUAHOLIC Thank you from Seattle!

[@kitsvn]

Very neat! I’d be interested to see what the larger boats of this ethos look like. Thanks for the tour!

[@cookiemonster2299]

37 is on his channel👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

And the 46

[@kitsvn]

@@cookiemonster2299 thank you!

[@kitsvn]

@@AQUAHOLIC thank you!

[@Bob8091]

The dials at 4:04 Pure class.

[@Bob8091]

@@alias19 I missed that. :-) (So did Nick. lol )

[@ArgoVII0]

Nick! Your tours are amazing. Professional. Hope to see you on board some larger yachts. It is always a treat to see what opulence exists.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I hope so too! International travel is the issue for now, sadly

[@david17102000]

I am not usually a fan of 30'ish boats... but I really like this one.

[@TheDonNicky]

Very nice, practical boat, like it. Thanks Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like it!

[@jackirichard414]

Have a safe blessed day! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@IsThisAvailable550]

Absolutely love this one. This looks to be perfect for North Sea diving. Very practical, comfortable and that performance is amazing. I'm assuming the draught is nice & shallow for entering shallow harbours/rivers.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Yes, outdrives

[@chasedooley6237]

Love these kinds of boats. Function over form, any day!

[@johnbegarkerreghli7084]

Once Again, great repport, very practícal boat for all seasons and weathers, specialy northern cold. Very Aquaholic. Many Thanks. Though, wish we could see more sailing boat repports. All the best.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

More sailing boats coming :)

[@TheMadSqu]

Seriously, trust this man! You won´t regret it.

[@raibard8886]

Such a cool boat!

[@zucods]

This little fella is a BEAST, isn't it? A bit overkill for my situation (mostly calm lake year-round with no big storms), but great for rough seas. I like it! I don't know how YT algorithms work for you, but I kinda miss the longer tours, the more details, the better it gets! Not that I'm complaining at all! 😂 Cheers!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

It's always trickier on smaller boats for obvious reasons. Hopefully I'll be able to get back to the superyachts again soon.

[@zucods]

@@AQUAHOLIC I understand. Hoping for the black X95 if that's possible 😂

[@AQUAHOLIC]

@@zucods There is a Princess X95 tour and sea trial already on the channel! 🙂

[@zucods]

@@AQUAHOLIC I know and I already drooled ALL over it. But that black hull makes my innards fizz, if you know what I mean! Hahaha

[@debbiejudd4933]

Great for fishing. Thank you Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@morganperry1110]

Could you do a tour on the Sargo 31 without the aft door?? Lovely video as always!

[@chrisoleary9876]

Interesting vessel! Thanks Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you liked it!

[@patrickmolloy6994]

its not a boat that catches the eye and says BUY ME like a Sunseeker or like, but it's amazing. And the price screams buy me!! Love it.

[@darthkek1953]

If I lived in Rhodes (etc.) I'd buy a typical lounger harbour queen. Since I ACTUALLY live on the west coast of Scotland... this is so much better. Take it out to sea to fish. But also in and out of the jagged coastline, local islands, up into lochs, and the ability to get to shore without a tender or a marina...

[@BeachFishingAnticsUK]

Now that's my kind of boat! Good for both fishing and holidaying. More please Nick! All the best, Chas :0)

[@opossumbandit4960]

I've always wanted a nice yacht to have for weekends and to travel and I've never wanted one more than this

[@volvot5boy]

Lovely classic looking boat, I know what I’m buying when I get my notification from the lottery tomorrow 🤣😉👍

[@TradeWindgng]

absolutely marvelous practical boat >>>>>big time thumbs up