FREE, or close to free!

[john61ct]

Original doo wop

https://youtu.be/Hz0UvIZw-Y0

[Tinylittleguy]

The first time I heard Rubber Biscuit was a cover by The Blues Brothers.

https://youtu.be/XhAdzzYSKfY

23' o'day needs standing ringing, blister repair and bottom paint. No trailer. 400 asking price.


https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/boa/d/oday-sailboat-project-boat/6667466166.html

[Souzag818]

Originally Posted by hamburking

This 27 footer has been for sale all summer for around $3000. Big price drop today, down to $500 (cdn). Its located on the hard at the inner harbour, Kingston.

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-sailboat/kin...ationFlag=true

I wasn't sure if I should post this in the "almost free" thread, or the "worst pictures" thread. The boat looks much better in person.

If you are broke, and dreaming of sailing south, this is your chance.

I wouldn't sail it very far south...

[Don C L]

Do not miss this one:
For Sale: Pearson Triton and Trailer - Cruisers & Sailing Forums

[Fence Man]

https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/...672893640.html

Deal or dud? Swing keel. New tires and lights on the trailer. Needs interior work and antifoul needs done. He says the rest is in good shape. Comes with radio, depth finder, trolling motor, and new battery. It's only two hours from me, and it's on a tandem axle trailer.

Any good for learning a thing or two? Anything in particular to look for?

[jmh2002]

Originally Posted by jefjo

Not FREE, but a pretty good deal!!

https://longisland.craigslist.org/bo...660394043.html

For this and similar boats, as long as they reasonably pass a survey, buy cheap, add some cruising gear, disappear to the caribbean, live simply, and never come back...



EDIT: Did a quick search to refresh my memory re the T30, and happened to come across this for a bit more money, already setup for cruising: https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/34806

It might not be a 50 foot catamaran with all modern conveniences, but at this type of money nobody can say that cruising is inaccessible based on cost.

Great entry level for a young couple or average person. It seems that there a lot of boats at this value level.

[john61ct]

Originally Posted by Don C L

Do not miss this one:
For Sale: Pearson Triton and Trailer - Cruisers & Sailing Forums

Anyone wants to buy that package, and doesn't need the trailer once you get it "home" east of or near the Mississippi, I'll chip in 30% of the final negotiated price.

[liquidice]

Originally Posted by Fence Man

https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/...672893640.html

Deal or dud? Swing keel. New tires and lights on the trailer. Needs interior work and antifoul needs done. He says the rest is in good shape. Comes with radio, depth finder, trolling motor, and new battery. It's only two hours from me, and it's on a tandem axle trailer.

Any good for learning a thing or two? Anything in particular to look for?

Could be fun. Nothing special deal wise- read the history of the thread to get some ideas. If you have free long term storage, it should be alright. Antifoul paint won’t matter so much if you’re sailing local lakes and launching and hauling regularly. You’ll want a gas outboard, long shaft. If you have to pay to store it, I’d wait. Learn the market, figure out what you really want, and then wait to strike.

I’d go for this one first:
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/...646836214.html

If it includes the outboard, for sure. The ad mentions controls for the outboard so it likely does. Even as is it looks to be the better value- ‘turnkey’ as opposed to “needs work “.

[Fence Man]

Originally Posted by liquidice

Could be fun. Nothing special deal wise- read the history of the thread to get some ideas. If you have free long term storage, it should be alright. Antifoul paint won’t matter so much if you’re sailing local lakes and launching and hauling regularly. You’ll want a gas outboard, long shaft. If you have to pay to store it, I’d wait. Learn the market, figure out what you really want, and then wait to strike.

I’d go for this one first:
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/...646836214.html

If it includes the outboard, for sure. The ad mentions controls for the outboard so it likely does. Even as is it looks to be the better value- ‘turnkey’ as opposed to “needs work “.

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Thanks for your input. Yes, I've read the majority of this thread(and most of the others) and am aware that it's no great deal, but it still has some appeal.
The trailer is tandem axle with 15" wheels and a tongue extension....With new tires.
It's a swing keel.
He's done some work to it, and the "needs work" part seems to be more interior bits, that are plenty usable as it is. He seemed to be quite honest about it on the phone.
I have a few outboards around, so that's not too big a deal breaker for me.
We have plenty of storage, but it wasn't free.
What I want, is a Lagoon 450. Just haven't found one close enough to go look at.
I think the trailer is what's catching my eye. After all, what good is a trailer sailer if the trailer is crap.

I'll investigate the link you posted. Thanks again.

[jefjo]

Thanks to all the posters! I've been really busy (beer fest season) and haven't really had time to contribute but I'm so glad to see new faces and contributors!

[jefjo]

'84 Hunter 27, $1700. Inboard diesel too.
https://newlondon.craigslist.org/boa...652078899.html

[jefjo]

CD 25. No rig, no title, yard owned. asking $800. Maybe its worth it? If the rigging is the only issue, and it has all her sails, this could be a great deal.

https://providence.craigslist.org/bo...673303350.html

[jefjo]

Not FREE, but a pretty good deal!

https://providence.craigslist.org/bo...672578989.html

[jefjo]

Posting this with a caveat. The boat is located in Brattleboro VT. I was going to jump on this myself but when I figured the cost of repairs + the haul it wasn't worth it to me.... but thats me.

https://providence.craigslist.org/bo...654016174.html

[liquidice]

Originally Posted by Fence Man

Thanks for your input. Yes, I've read the majority of
I think the trailer is what's catching my eye. After all, what good is a trailer sailer if the trailer is crap.

I'll investigate the link you posted. Thanks again.

True facts! I’m fortunate to be mooring for the season so I’m less focused on trailers. Right now mine serves primarily as a cradle. Good luck in your search and please continue posting.