C-Dory - C-Dory Boat Buyers Guide

C-Dory boat buyer's guide - our beloved 22 foot C-Dory and platform for numerous films and adventures was sadly up for sale (and now has sold). We hated to see it go, but know whoever gets it from now on will have the time of their lives, just as we did. Good luck with whatever C-Dory you buy, there are some boats you can't duplicate, and this is one of them. I am leaving this video up as a service to anyone looking to buy a C-Dory - these are the things to look for in this film. Boston Whaler refurbish guide: • Boston Whaler Dauntles... Buyers guide. Boat buyers guide. #C-Dory

[@WhiteCavendish]

C-Dory is the absolute perfect boat for me. Hoping to buy one sometime. Thanks for the informative video!

[@mattmattsongold]

You are most welcome - if you have even 1/2 the adventure we did in ours you will be one very satisfied C-Dory owner - the are fantastic!

[@mattmattsongold]

It went to the new owner, but I'll leave it up for anyone contemplating a C-Dory purchase as the things described helpful to all buyers (I hope). Good luck with your purchase!

[@isit1984yet]

This is a very helpful and informative video, thank you. The Wallas: I've had three boats with them, and they've ALL gave me problems. As someone correctly said on cbrats, "it's the least reliable item on the boats" I ended up pulling the one out of my hewescraft and replacing it with a simple two burner propane stove. I also installed a Dickinson heater that runs on propane. I would never rely on the Wallas at this point. CD22-cruisers are great boats and probably the best boat for the money out there.

[@mattmattsongold]

isit1984yet : Thanks for that - as for the stove, another option would be to build in something like a Camp Chef stove (which comes with an oven too). Propane, but for the cost of a Wallas could have 3 or so.

[@jorgetorres3232]

Boy I've got say that this has been one of the best and clearest videos on KZbin, Thanks!

[@mattmattsongold]

Thanks - I appreciate that!

[@stevebrantley5474]

Very informative. Thank you for sharing. In this world of flash & "go fast" boats, my dad taught me early on about buying quality & durability. He's old school Boston Whaler, Grady White & Grand Banks. So, I feel that C-Dory falls in that line of quality. Again, thank you for sharing in such detail.

[@riverbender9898]

Great video Matt, and a fine, comprehensive tutorial for potential C-Dory buyers. It's sad that you sold it, but I know you both have many warm memories of her. Thanks.

[@dirtman1001]

Matt, I've been watching you for years now. I am also a pilot, diver, farmer, and gold prospector, now I've added gem cutter, and now this vessel; and all these sea going vids are makeing me want to go to sea. Stop it already! I'm 61 and I can't keep starting new stuff. Way too many irons in the fire! Love your videos, Thanks a million Paul Wilson Texas

[@mattmattsongold]

That is a difficult question, as it is on its way to Iowa in the morning. I wish everyone could have a C-Dory, definitely one of the most adventure finding boats ever made.

[@enzoitgoes8335]

Excellent tutorial Matt. It's obvious that you are very experienced in many things to include boating. Your teaching style is perfect for beginners to advanced boaters. Just so happens I'm looking at C-Dory, Nordic tugs and Parkers. Tough search, but good problem to have.

[@mattmattsongold]

Thanks and excellent choices all!

[@ymanganelli]

WOW.. nice job with your video and the upgrades you have done in the boat. I love it.. I wish I could buy it.

[@joemahoney4133]

The high bow of the C-dory is one of my favorite looks. The northwestern from the deadliest catch also has a high bow.

[@ChristianRodriguez-tv4ct]

cool video and setup. Learned some great things. Great adventure boat!

[@mattmattsongold]

***** : probably the #1 adventure boat - doesn't do anything the best, but does everything reasonably well - thank you for the post.

[@Embarq007]

I've enjoyed every adventure aboard C-Dawg-E

[@CombatDoc54]

Best damn C-Dory video I have ever seen.

[@mattmattsongold]

Thanks Wm - we loved that boat, but our life had moved on . . . One of the top 10 purchases of my life, for sure.

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

I saw one coming down the Mississippi river with twin 50- 4 strokes and a little AC/Heat unit on top.👍

[@mattmattsongold]

Some 5000 ac's will fit in the front window - whenever I was working in the cabin in the heat of the day I'd put one in and stuff towels around it. Worked great and I suppose would work fine with the generator (2000) since that ran a 5000 just fine.

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

@@mattmattsongold I love those boats.👍

[@robne6712]

Thankyou so much sir!! been waiting to pull the trigger on one like yours.

[@mattmattsongold]

Hope you get one of these great boats - they open up a world of adventuring.

[@swamperdog4558]

Thank you! This was really helpful

[@mattmattsongold]

You're welcome. Nothing quite like a C-Dory for all around capability.

[@RiverJumper7]

love the video thanks

[@mattmattsongold]

You're welcome!

[@mattmattsongold]

All it takes is another garage . . . Hope you have safe travels!

[@Ceviche956]

I actually have this boat literally, still same condition . Plus new alluminum tanks

[@mattmattsongold]

Congratulations! Connie and I hope you have many fine adventures in that boat!!! We loved it dearly.

[@Ceviche956]

thanks ! I think it was used like 5 times after you. I will put it to good use @@mattmattsongold

[@jimmorrison306]

Wonder if you could replace the fuel tanks with an aluminum automotive racing-type tank? They are square and designed to be safer in a crash. Any regulations with boats?

[@mattmattsongold]

Our other boat had exactly that - aluminum tanks. Boats are all over the map as far as components and installation are concerned - nothing like the aircraft industry I came from at all.

[@mattmattsongold]

They are all over the map: go to C-Brats website and you'll quickly see that. Very best of luck with getting a boat, they are excellent.

[@IntheBlood67]

Thank you!!

[@mattmattsongold]

You're welcome.

[@seltenfotog3115]

Coming up on a decade post sale. This boat may have been resold a few times in that time period. Wouldn't it be neat to see this vid and think how nicely outfitted it was back in 2012. Do you miss this boat?

[@mattmattsongold]

Very much so. One of the very best purchases I ever made.

[@seltenfotog3115]

@@mattmattsongold She was a beauty no doubt! Thanks for keeping the vid posted.

[@mattmattsongold]

@@seltenfotog3115 : you're welcome. As an aside - these really have no peer as an all around adventure boat - we even used ours on the road as an RV at times.

[@Ceviche956]

I have it , still in pristine condition

[@edwardschmitt5710]

Thank you!!!!

[@rogercurtiss3768]

Somewhere early on an edit took out one of the 4 "problems". The narrative skips from #1 rub rail rivet to #3 fuel bulge bulkhead.

[@mattmattsongold]

That had to do with the tanks - the bulging fuel tanks (by now this would be corrected with those boats I would think) would pull the screw retainers (for the tanks) loose and water could get to the innards of the decking causing rot. I can't imagine a case where this would be an issue now as all the boats I know of with this were repaired (either by owners or the factory (at that time period) if severe enough). Factory support for these years of boat was very good - I can't comment on the present situation, hope it is still good.

[@dfmoore1320]

Another outstanding video. On it's way to Iowa? Going on vacation or is it sold? I have been saving up to get a boat and wish I had another $20,000.00 in my pocket if it is still up for sale.

[@GaigeChannelHDV2]

What is the Top Speed?

[@dynamitebill6919]

I’m interested in your boat how much you selling it for how many hours does it have and what year is it?

[@mattmattsongold]

Bill: our boat sold - we kept this up so others will know what to look for. Go to the C-Brats website (just type that in) and get the current (used) boats for sale. Great boats - good luck!

[@johna7184]

Matt, I was wondering if I could email you a couple questions I had about boating and fishing in general? I live in Weeki Wachee and have watched a couple videos you have shared.

[@mattmattsongold]

Sure, John, my email is mattmattson57 @gmail.com

[@johna7184]

@@mattmattsongold Awesome thanks Matt I have it. I'll email you when I get home.

[@caseyness5593]

We corrected this issue in 07

[@mattmattsongold]

Good deal.

[@mrsdoylegoesfishing5336]

what does the CE stand for on that American made motor

[@mattmattsongold]

Probably that it's an export . . . The powerhead was made by Yamaha - lower unit by Mercury.

[@capt.billruiz7789]

Hey Matt, did you sell the boat? How much is a boat like that cost?

[@mattmattsongold]

Been gone a long time now, but you're looking so good you saw this video on what to look for. I don't keep up with the market at this point, but if you go plug c-brats.com into your search they always have a great many for sale. Good luck - these are the best all around boat you can find (not the top best at anything - but will do everything well and handle big seas (Alaska).

[@maxmeyer8077]

that American mercury four stroke is actually a Yamaha

[@mattmattsongold]

Pretty much - Yamaha powerhead with a Mercury lower unit. My current engine says Mercury on it but is actually a Tohatsu . . . Nothing is as it appears anymore it seems.

[@FarmerMiller207]

When can i c her? I'm in Tampa.

[@JohnBraman413]

what boat do you have now?

[@mattmattsongold]

We have a Boston Whaler Dauntless 13 - they were made from 1993-96. It was tender for the Mischief: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hn3VlpKhn659brM

[@TheDrywallogist]

what can i expect to pay for a c-dory like the one you sold?

[@garyfairbrother5532]

If you log on to the C Dory website “C brats” you will usually find 20 or more used boats for sale. Prices seem high to those unfamiliar with these boats but one of the favorable characteristics is they hold value. They also are so unique that if you are attracted to their style and utility there really isn’t any choice for you. Like me you’ll have to have one. I bought my 2001 slightly used for $30k in 2002 and sold it 11 years later for $28K. You will probably have some travel expense to acquit one if you don’t live on either coast. They are balsa cored and the only negative is wet core damage or rot if a previous owner didn’t properly bed additional accessories or features. If you check out the web site there are some descriptions of what to look for. I sold mine only because I got too old for the normal chores associated with boating.

[@harlandvaught1177]

Do you still have the boat and is it still for sale

[@mattmattsongold]

Long gone, Harland. The very best of luck in finding one of these amazing little boats - it's worth it!

[@harlandvaught1177]

@@mattmattsongold Amen to that I found a small one the guy wants $16,000 because of the trolling motor and the anchor pole on the back and a new motor I offered him 3000 because it's so small and I told him he could take the pole and the trolling motor off in the boat's condition gets worse every bit some people are just greedy

[@mattmattsongold]

@@harlandvaught1177 :you're right about that. Hold out for a 19 (angler) or 22 - the 16 is very small. If you can't find any of those - a simple older Boston Whaler makes a superb fishing boat for not much money (used). Good luck!

[@harlandvaught1177]

@@mattmattsongold thanks I'll hold on to that I'm not trying to put too much on you if you know anyone or see someone that has one can you please let them know that I'm trying to get one I'm really looking for the one with the bathroom is just me and my son and by the boat being so lightweight that's perfect and also the one you are talkin about that's next to it could you send me some pictures and I'll try look it up my 9102625278

[@conradfarr1915]

K

[@dynamitebill6919]

If you still have your boat and it’s available, please respond to me

[@maggieandjim1934]

these boats have a lot of issues for the money

[@mattmattsongold]

The price exploded on these in the past 10 years, no way could I justify a new one now - but the same goes for a $38,000 bass boat (Nitro) for the "cost conscious fisherman" so the advert says. No wonder kayaks are so popular!

[@MegaWhalerman]

junk

[@mattmattsongold]

They may look like it - but these amazing boats routinely tackle the roughest waters in the world, without incident. They will go both shallower than most bass boats and into blue water with equal ease. Don't have a dog in the fight - sold ours long ago, but it remains one of the top 5 purchases I ever made.