TOP 5 Essential Boat Shopping Tips - Ep 252 - Lady K Sailing

[@racedowling5365]

Been a subscriber for years. Thank you, you have been my go-to channel. I especially liked your series on what to expect at various price points. I'm 68, took the pertinent ASA courses over the last few years, retired, sold my house and business and moved to Maryland Eastern Shore where I volunteered as crew at the local yacht club. I never miss your episodes, they gave me the confidence to purchase 2001 Ben 361 earlier this year with only 250 hours on the engine, autopilot, AIS system and even a heat pump. Found a great surveyor, Ed Wise, out of Galena, MD who was very thorough. Mainsail and rigging in great shape, could use a new jib in a year or so. I had no trouble getting insurance through State Farm (where I get all my insurance so there are discounts). Sailed every weekend this summer around the Chesapeake. I recently had the electric upgraded to lithium, added an inverter and high capacity alternator. Hauling it out now at end of season to inspect through hulls, inspect and service the engine and other issues on the survey. Ships log had descriptions of the previous owners significant voyages to the usual atlantic places and also some maintenance records. Next season I'll be sailing out of the Chesapeake and either up or down the coast.

[@kevio6868]

congrats that's awesome!!

[@mikenagy938]

I hope you realize those lithium batteries catch fire for no reason. A better option would have been glass packs.

[@Rottingboards]

I will probally never buy a boat...but I like watching the videos. LOL. This guy does a great job of explaining boats.

[@davidlambert3090]

Hi Tim wouldn't miss an episode. Have saved many and rewatched multiple times. Practical info and great tips. Keep up the great work.

[@scottkrebs586]

I think the uber-tip that surpasses all others is to find a *good* surveyor. Who knows who's done what to that poor boat since it left the shipyard? Cheers, Tim! (comment left :)

[@DuaneWilson-ro1pn]

Great video TIM, u are so pleasant to listen to.

[@jflefort9490]

Thank you Tim. I love your videos and have been subscribed for a few years. I'm a 56 year old in Alberta living with all kinds of health issues. Hoping to see settlement from insurance in the next year or so and It's been my dream to sail around the world for decades. I long ago decided that if and when I can make my dream a reality, you are the guy I'm coming to for consultation. So thinking positively I say, Can't wait to meet you in person.🙏

[@woundedwhale786]

Hey Tim...great advice and you are so articulate in your explanations that i keep coming back to your videos 😊

[@LadyKSailing]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Marinereviews]

Hi Tim, thanks for that. We agree with most of what you say - apart from the standing rig lasting 15-20 years. Try to find an insurance company these days who will insure a 15+ year standing rig - no matter if it is rod, dyneema or stainless. Almost impossible. At 15 years they will often outright refuse to insure the rig. At 5-14 years they will require a full rig survey. Standing Rig "very rough" cost estimate - use 1.5x mast height in meters for "rough" $ estimate. And engine - well - I think 4000 hours is where you need to budget with a replacement when you initially look at a boat. Most engines are not looked after as well as they should be. Be VERY careful with low hour engines as well. Diesel engines need to be run hard and long to stay in good condition - especially Turbo versions.

[@Marinereviews]

Meant to say Standing Rig cost 1.0 - 1.5 x Mast height in m * $1000 is my rule of thumb (not DYI...) 1.0 for SS rig - 1.5 for more advanced rig. So a 12m mast with SS Rig = 1.0 x 12 x $1000 - so about $12k. A 20m 45' performance cruiser with Dyneema - 1.5 x 20m mast x $1000 - about $30k. DYI - about 1/3 to 1/2.

[@sterlingarcher1962]

@@Marinereviews future ref/FYI: Click the 3 dots next to your post and use the edit button in the future for corrections. Easier ;-)

[@moriver3857]

Great tips indeed. After visiting the Annapolis boat show last October, I can definitely concur on that new boats are for rich people, and charter companies. But it's just like cars nowdays. So many gadgets, were only a few are a necessity, hence the inflated price. I spent $22k on a very sound 1984 35' boat in 2015, now almost $7k on a refit/upgrades, which included rebuilding the Yanmar myself as it seized on the hard, I'm don't feel too deep in the hole.

[@paulp7721]

Purchased the Beneteau. Thanks Tim

[@YTMegiddo]

Hey thanks for the video. Next year is my year I actually go look at boats. I’m even reapplying for my expired passport. The section on brokers, that’s good to know! I was somewhat surprised about sailboats being such a small part of the business. But I know little about motorboats since I’ve done nothing but sail.

[@mikeh720]

Never miss an episode - even during Monday Night Football!! Sweating through the Bills game tonight! LOL

[@RustySeltz]

Hi Tim, I've been actively following you for 6 months from Denmark. I love both your content and variety of the programming. I have avidly watched your several “5 best….” I'm wondering why you have never mentioned two boat brands I find extremely interesting and practical: Nonsuch and Sirius. Both offer more volume and comfort than most boats . Keep up the good work!

[@freemansmith1]

Super informative advice. I'll be listening to this again if this bug gets out of control. Thanks Tim!

[@LadyKSailing]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulsmart2994]

Always watch your videos, many thanks. Currently doing my day skipper course along with my cousin after getting the sailing bug last year. 54 years young here in the uk and nearly ready to get a boat. I'll be sure to drop you a message for a consult when that time comes.

[@TheEarthwinders]

Appreciate all of the great info in all of your videos, as someone just starting the journey to learn about my future in sailing.

[@patdemers7096]

Thanks for all your time and effort Tim

[@btdani]

This video is a nice answer to Chasing Latitudes shade he was throwing.

[@yzScott]

I am stuck surrounded by small lakes for a few years until I can move back near the coast. I'm shopping for a used Viper 640. The galley and head are really cramped, but they're a lot of fun.

[@rsletten]

Big help as usualTim. You helped me a lot with your consult. Looked at the boats you recommended. Made an offer and just lost out. I’m back shopping again using these tips. Thanks.

[@kaydibb5743]

Thank you for all your info. I really appreciate it. It's helped a lot in our search for a sailboat.

[@MrCybernick]

Hi Tim Good info and to the point .

[@lancemichael7566]

Love your valuable insight. Keep on keeping on!

[@intotheunknown804]

Thank you for this valuable information in this video

[@WillN2Go1]

More good tips. A couple of years ago I saw a video of a used charter boat shopper in (I think ) Croatia (big charter fleets there). I found it really interesting. They looked at several examples of a single model. Some had some very subtle but very serious, and costly, damage. I think I'd want to have the skills and experience to look for these things, or bring along someone who does. (It' terrific that Parley Revival and David Shih fixed up those Lagoon 450s but the hours, $$$, hassle and dust they had to go through just is not worth it.)

[@kevio6868]

@@brownnoise357 you're a great contact to have for everyone's roladex not just sailors. EE is a fantastic discipline to have tnx for sharing

[@Formaldehydex]

Thanks so much for the Yacht World hint. It is by far the biggest thing that has pissed me off from boat shopping 20 years ago.

[@GreatCreative]

This explains a lot about searching online and the variations in pricing. Thanks heaps for this.

[@Dave-SailsAway]

Firstly, Hi. I think this was the best boat-buying vid you have done. Very insightful

[@zen1647]

Hi! I love your inclusive attitude to sailing. 👍

[@LadyKSailing]

Hey, thanks!

[@MarkTurner-m3y]

All the way from New Zealand, thanks for the videos, looking forward to you finding out boat for us next year.

[@surfcitygenecarrothersabec7634]

another Great and Useful video. Thanks

[@liamshanahan9643]

Such good info. Thanks!

[@mcnallyyachtsales5142]

Great video, very helpful. And so was McNally Yachts you mentioned who helped me buy my first sailboat.

[@Swan441]

I have a 44 year old Nautor Swan, I bought it in 2022, its build quality is far superior to most of the production yachts I see around me, and it cost me less than a 2003 Beneteau 423. And I know what will have the better resale value and what will get me across an ocean.

[@robertball7954]

Hi again..thanks for the information

[@edwardstone1654]

Another insightful you tube product. I'm bringing on this channel!

[@ooweesaler]

Tell you more about my buying when I sell the one i have. Great episode.

[@docjeffry]

Tim, I do enjoy the Historsea channel. Very well done.

[@SuperPabster]

This is a great channel for sailboat buyers!

[@timmitchell8784]

Great examples loved the episode. Thank you so much

[@sylvaingagnon3211]

Great advices, Tim. Bang on! Cheers!

[@tomclause9555]

Good stuff Tim.

[@leonardodemolaribeiro2872]

Great vídeo and analsys!!!

[@allaboutboats]

Love your videos Tim! Thanks for keeping them coming. Jerry

[@hermank1474]

Great tips! Thanks!

[@MavericAvi8or]

Absolute perfect episode- thanks Tim🙏

[@DavidMcRaney-r1y]

I have found this to be very informative

[@markberger5739]

justa thought - how about a video on whether to buy own boat or crew on other peoples - pros & cons , experiences etc

[@codder32]

Always love the videos ! Thanks for the help and for the Discord channel. Waiting for the next one ! Would love to see more hands on practical videos, "how to" style if needed!

[@christiancowley]

Fantastic tips Tim. 👌

[@GregRodgers1]

Thanks for the idea from the other video of using Facebook groups who are looking for crew as I am in Australia. I do not know why I had not thought of it before.

[@Crowscratch_HauntedLibrary]

Thanks, Tim!

[@PaulGriffith]

Thanks for advice

[@Regencyexpress1769]

I love you channel and have been watching for ages . I think your bang on about most things . As an American I would never own a French boat . I know they work and are great with the duel helms but they just don’t seem worth the money compared to a new hunter or Catalina.

[@Scottish_Kiwi]

Another interesting vid, thx man!

[@robertgold2643]

Another great episode, thanks Tim 🤙

[@AmyMrsR]

hi Tim! Good video and still sorry I missed saying Hi at the Annapolis show! Maybe if I get up there for a visit, Ill get to say hi then :)

[@christophervan6966]

Very helpful thank you

[@ccccrnr]

Yes brokers can be hard to deal with, currently dealing with one "in Texas" but he let it slip he recently moved to Tennessee but still sells boats in Texas😂 Grr He also made clear he doesn't talk about the owner Doesn't do inventories Doesn't like to pass on story's of why someone would be a fitting buyer Just the money to "help" pull together a deal

[@pjcrow8973]

Hi sir, great tip on the google search,

[@chrisolberz3308]

Hi Tim 🙂

[@CheekyMonkey1776]

Great tip

[@DarkSevariant]

Great Video!

[@johnmiglautsch4587]

hi - don't expect to buy a sailboat but still enjoy your thoughts - especially on fresh water boats. :)

[@SP-wg5pn]

They may not have milage but they do have usage. Has the boat been raced hard, multiple trips from the northeast to Bermuda?teaching vessel for newbies learning docking techniques? And then again how old is to old for resale a 50 year old hinckley is different from a 50 year old hunter.

[@PappaFury]

Hey Tim, can you please do a buying guide for aluminium center board boat?

[@tom_n_i]

Great info.

[@waltobringer2928]

Hello again!

[@130bowman]

How about a video on trailers for trailer sailors

[@10lauset]

Cheers from Edmonton.

[@jeromestover5698]

I love your videos. I have a funny situation that I am in currently. I finally have the money to purchase a sailboat that I want. But now, the insurance industry will not provide me with basic insurance coverage to stay in a marina or on the hard for the boat that I am in the process of purchasing. It is a 1986 French made boat, 41' aluminum monohull. The insurance companies have stated that the boat is too old, to large and they are only insuring boat less than 35' currently. I have one last shot at an overseas insurance company who will require an in-depth survey and there are no guarantees of coverage. I think this state of affairs that we are in could change the sailing industry, market, brokering, etc. What are people going to do with all of these older sailboats they deem uninsurable? I think this would be a great topic for a future espisode. What age year will be the cut-off for coverage next?

[@VIJAYzk]

herad that Marinas insist on having boat insurance for haul out.

[@justinsellers9402]

Love your videos.

[@andrewjames7616]

Thankyou 👍

[@henryguthery5311]

Thank you

[@markk6565]

Hi Tim 😁

[@PierreBeaule-t7t]

How about a Kraken 50?

[@michaelmcnair1880]

thanks

[@mikemorton6219]

Some insurance companies won't insure boats older than 20 years.

[@richardstever3242]

Hi!

[@tomelerding1399]

Tim: You posted a very positive review of the Beneteau 473 a few years ago. Do you still feel positive about it as a current purchase?

[@bernieouellet1653]

Thank you. Already looked it up. 1990 pearson 34. For 19500 $ They dont give specific on boats

[@gregstreppel2626]

I saw that boat too. It looks like it has been flooded at some point or accumulated a lot of water over a winter. Be careful!

[@shaynewoodman6610]

hi from australia thanks for your videos it is different hear i think you help i hope you do well a fan shayne 😀😀

[@sarahmanalapan8443]

Nice shirt

[@markJones38133]

I am looking for a live aboard boat at a marina in Florida for me and my girlfriend. It must have a shower and bathroom and A/C. My budget is around 25K. I don’t really plan to sail it, but might need it move from time to time.

[@wayneanderson1641]

Very hard to find a live a board slip

[@Lew114]

What month or months are best for buying a sailboat for the Caribbean?

[@Dbbg439]

Sold my ip380 in a week!

[@TheBghunt]

What about boats from the 70's see lots of them for sale and some that owners have put alot of money into what are your thoughts

[@miketmoses]

What's your take on the comfort ratio? I've noticed in several of your top pick videos you suggest boats like a Catalina 350 with a CR of 20.22. I would think an Island Packet 35 in the same price range with a CR of 31.28 would be a better choice? Is it basically swapping speed for comfort?

[@dannybabashoff3107]

Are there catamarans for sale in the great lakes ?

[@bernieouellet1653]

Great lake sailboat canada.

[@sailingyoumeandjosapea6770]

Tim Some are predicting the boat market is going to tank by the summer fo you think this will happen? Do you think it will affect the Amels and IPs the same way ? I’m in the UK we are certainly feeling the interest rate rises here my house will probably lose 50-70k when I try to sell after Xmas this means if the boat I want to live on remains the same I’ll have to offer a much lower price to get that boat or wait longer

[@jesuschrist-alphaomega]

Lady K what are you seeing in the boat world as far as future used boat prices dropping? Another utuber is predicting a massive drop in used boat prices

[@jesuschrist-alphaomega]

@@artsmith103 thank u

[@GrampalettasCamp]

What’s the best way to self-sell a 40 year old sailboat? Irwin 31 Citation. We’ll cared for but old

[@sailpunk1425]

Always remember buying it is easy but finding moorage....

[@jackwalby6257]

Well as broker for thirty some years, i kinda gotta laugh. Ok first I admit that I'm unusual in doing 80% sail and twenty percent power. But your comment about saying that your budget is higher slays me. My experience over the years has been I get a budget of 50k and do my best to stay close but a few weeks later I get the phone call that they dropped 120k a Wtf moment i would have showed a whole different level of boat. One thing I think you left out is concept of the buyers broker, where if you find a broker you like you can stick with him/her to find the right boat and feel like they are protecting your interests. Not every broker is up for that task but many are. Also never confuse a dealer with a broker. Dealers are focused most often on inventory and what trade-ins they own.

[@zuni1919]

When I realized that I need all cash or massive amounts of money as a down payment and funds in the bank as extra collateral, along with perfect credit to finance, I realized I could not actually have my dream of owning a 40 ft. plus sailboat. Very sad

[@traderduke1880]

Great Vid...Ohhh and Hi👋🤚👋

[@LadyKSailing]

Thanks! Hi!

[@sailingyoumeandjosapea6770]

Same been sub a few years ❤

[@tiochio8476]

👋

[@laurentmagnard1417]

In your comparaison of boat devaluation with time, in my eyes, you missed on important category: catamaran. Cruising catamarans are not loosing so much value as monohull. The COVID Years were very special, with very excessives prices. Also generally, and specially after big typhon years, when all catamaran charterer lost they fleet: there are not that much catamaran on the market, except may be lagoon. So the price of used catamaran is not so vulnerable to depreciation as a monohull. I bought a used catamaran, and resell it years later for the same price, not covering maintenance and adptation. But try that with a monohull. Not so easy. And that is something that we can easly get a feeling too: Look at boats yards where you can find old boat slowly going to dust: you will find plenty of monohull, but no or nearly no catamaran. Functioning Used Catamaran can be sold again, as some monohull will not. It may also be, because the price of ownership of a catamaran is higher. So nobody can afford letting a catamaran going to dust on a dry dock. I m owner of my second catamaran, a Fountaine Pajot. And i think it is a good value. Well i hope so. And you get me think in long term: what about in 20 years. I don t know. But you are roght, may be a better option to always sell an old boat, and buy a newer one. I ll consider the subject. Right now i m investing in it for ocean crossing.