I'm going to buy a boat, please advise

[ihaveissues]

Yes, I'm going to leave this one, too much work for me anyway.

It is worth mentioning that although my original post said I don't need a cabin, I've changed my mind on that.
I think I'm probably leaning now to about 70% fishing, 30% recreation, visiting places along the coast and resting up a bit.
That's why this style of boat suited and I think it's the type I'm going to go for.
Still have 8k to spend max, so might be looking for too much.

Nicer version of it here in UK: https://fishingboats.apolloduck.ie/boat ... rel/634122

[ihaveissues]

Anybody have any thoughts about what a Shetland Family Four might be like on the sea?
What kind of distance out would I get before it wasn't able for it?

[ihaveissues]

Also looking at this, is it a nightmare to buy a boat without an engine and get one later?
https://www.apolloduck.com/boat/galia-4 ... ale/648270

[ihaveissues]

Also having a look at this, if anybody had any thoughts on it
https://www.donedeal.ie/boats-for-sale/ ... r/26889174

[JimC]

Also having a look at this, if anybody had any thoughts on it
https://www.donedeal.ie/boats-for-sale/ ... r/26889174

Might be just me... €6k seems optimistic!

[Gonzo]

Also having a look at this, if anybody had any thoughts on it
https://www.donedeal.ie/boats-for-sale/ ... r/26889174

Might be just me... €6k seems optimistic!

You'd easily get a much nicer boat than that for 6k, I wouldn't pay more than 3k for that boat tbh

[ihaveissues]

ok, thanks for the replies.

I have a little more to spend, about 8k, so if anybody has seen anything, let me know.
I am looking for a cabin cuddy though, so I might be asking a little much. Doesn't have to be huge, just 2 berths in case I want to stay over anywhere.

Called Poolbeg Marina about mooring, they have no spots and won't know if they do until late march.
Any other ideas? I like in the city centre.

[Its Ofishal]

ok, thanks for the replies.

I have a little more to spend, about 8k, so if anybody has seen anything, let me know.
I am looking for a cabin cuddy though, so I might be asking a little much. Doesn't have to be huge, just 2 berths in case I want to stay over anywhere.

Called Poolbeg Marina about mooring, they have no spots and won't know if they do until late march.
Any other ideas? I like in the city centre.

Mourne boat sales seem to have a couple of motor boats just in that might suit you and your budget.

[ihaveissues]

Actually this would suit:
http://www.mourneboatsales.co.uk/pages/ ... rts_cuddy#

As would this, however I'm not sure about an inboard engine.
http://www.mourneboatsales.co.uk/pages/ ... t_for_Sale

[Its Ofishal]

They were a couple of the boats I saw and Im sure there would be still a bit of room for negotiation on them. Be mindful of the weight of these for towing as well as the overall condition of boat and engine.

[ihaveissues]

posted this in other thread by mistake...
Going to see this tomorrow, does anybody have any thoughts>
https://www.donedeal.ie/boats-for-sale/ ... campaign=3

[Its Ofishal]

Cant see the post in donedeal, I dont think you put in the correct link.

[ihaveissues]

Sorry, here you go: https://www.donedeal.ie/adview/view/26996870

[hush1]

If you could stretch to this price perhaps get the price down a little---you wont go far wrong---boat for life!

https://www.donedeal.ie/boats-for-sale/ ... 5/27012618

[JimC]

Sorry, here you go: https://www.donedeal.ie/adview/view/26996870

I’m sure the owner will be delighted to see you. Inboard with stern drive brings considerable maintenance. The 3.0l Mercruiser will like petrol so a long spin will hurt a bit.

[ihaveissues]

ok, that's doesnt sound positive. I assume you meant 'feel' like a petrol, what does that mean, rough/slow?
Apart from it not being an outboard, pretty much a perfect boat for me.

[JimC]

ok, that's doesnt sound positive. I assume you meant 'feel' like a petrol, what does that mean, rough/slow?
Apart from it not being an outboard, pretty much a perfect boat for me.

Is it a 3.0L diesel? If it is, it would be an interesting package, unusual but interesting!

[ihaveissues]

It's a 3ltr merCruiser Alpha One

[JimC]

It's a 3ltr merCruiser Alpha One

Just re-reading above.... when I ay it will "like" petrol - I think it will use a lot of petrol!

[ihaveissues]

Yes, don't think it'll be cheap to run.

Bought it anyway, having spoken to a few boat owners as well as this forum.

Happy for now... but I know the story about the two days you're happy when owning a boat