Outstanding Boats - A Special Selection of Unusual and Noteworthy Boats I Find

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by burtonridr

This thread is awesome! Really cool boats

I better get back over to the less than $30k thread before I start to justify a nicer boat

Your comment made me smile, and made me think...

John Lennon was a sailor, and he once sang:

"Some may call me a dreamer, but I am not the only one..."

There is no harm in looking.

And I am glad you and others have enjoyed this thread. I would love to own any of these boats I post here. Some are real beauties, some have great character.

So I suggest everyone who views this thread should subscribe. I intend to add a lot more eye candy (boat porn) to this thread as I have more time.

IF one is looking to purchase a much lower priced boat, then I suggest subscribing to the "Boats $30K or Less" thread, as I will be adding many more to that too, and those can be great deals that are grabbed in a few days after first posting them, so best to be notified as soon as possible when they are identified/found.

http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...ds-147098.html

[john61ct]

Wow that Berkeley / Oakland / SanFran is a living space deal of the century, long as the slip is certain and reasonable.

Could even live on Uber wages at that rate!

[burtonridr]

@Steadman Uhlich


Yes, no harm in "looking"

Seriously though, there are some really cool boats in here and its a fun thread. Get learn about boats I might not see otherwise.


Great quote too, BTW.

Both threads are worth a subscription

[Steadman Uhlich]

Tayana 55 Center Cockpit
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be good condition. As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos. There are many more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page. This particular boat has a nice engine room space, beautiful aft stateroom, very nice saloon, extensively equipped Nav Station, etc.

The Tayana 55 Center Cockpit is a boat I have admired since the 1980s. I have long considered it a nice "yacht" and often thought of it as one of the types I would enjoy sailing on long cruises or on a circumnavigation. It has a reputation for quality build by a reputable brand/yard.

This particular boat has a very detailed description of the extensive cruising gear it has now, and description of the interior layout and features. I have been aboard a Tayana 55 (but not this particular boat) and was impressed by the quality of everything I saw at that time.

This particular boat is priced at what seems to me to be a low price (reason unknown). The ad does not mention any problems with the boat, but does say "as is, where is" on it. Caveat Emptor!

This is a LOT of boat for $129,000!

This boat is a USCG Documented boat.
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Year = 1989

Asking Price = $129,000

Location = Greece
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:

Boat Name
"Attitudes"

Specs
Builder: Tayana
Designer: Pieter Beeldsnijder
Flag of Registry: United States
Keel: Fin

Dimensions
LOA: 55 ft 0 in

Engines
Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Perkins Diesel
Year Built: 1989
Engine Model: 6.3544M
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Hours: 4344
Propeller: 3 blade propeller
Drive Type: Direct Drive

Maximum Speed: 11 mph

Tanks
Holding Tanks: (20 Gallons)

Dimensions
Displacement: 26 tons

Engines
Total Power: 135hp
Cruising Speed: 7 kts @ 1800 rpm

Tanks
Fuel: 250 gals/(3)
Fresh Water: 240 gals/(2)

Accommodations

The boat has had several upgrades including:

LEWMAR retracting bow thruster - 2000
PROFURL in boom main furler - 2003
BALMAR electric furling Genoa - 2006
CRUISAIR AC/Heat - 2007
Awlgrip painted - 2006
Green Italian leather upholstery - 2004
14 Gel batteries new 2010
Boom vang new 2011
Washing machine 2007
Standing Rigging new 2007
Max Prop rebuilt 2011
New dodger , bimini ,side covers and screens 2011
Plexiglass hatches and port lights new 2008
Aquapro tender reconditioned 2012
Decks were rechaulked in 2011
Hull is midnight blue with red boot stripe and gold trim line at the hull ports. Topsides are Awegrip .

The deck and cockpit are teak and the boat has an epoxy coating on the bottom.
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Link to Ad with contact info.
1989 Tayana Center Cockpit Cutter Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Niels Roos 65' ALUMINUM
Designer: Niels Roos
Builder: Alu-Yachts, Nybiorg, Denmark
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be good condition. As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

This is a LOT of boat for this Asking Price.

I like what I see in the photos. There are MANY more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.

I particularly liked the following:
1. Interior use of wood (the furniture looks nice)
2. Large galley, looks like a key feature of this boat
3. Lots of storage lockers
4. Pilot house type cockpit with glass and long settees (looks like a very nice place to enjoy cruising)
5. Nice looking deck (covered in a synthetic material with teak appearance)
6. Big windlass
7. Solid hand rails around the boat
8. Profile of boat is appealing

The aft master cabin has a very large berth mattress, lots of storage lockers, cedar lined hanging lockers, Corian counters. This may appeal to many.
The boat also has a large gas grill on the deck.

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Year = 1984

Asking Price = $159,900

Location = Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

NOTE! This ad has a very long, detailed description of the boat and its gear and layout. What follows is a small excerpt:

"Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:

Dimensions
LOA: 65 ft 0 in

Engines
Total Power: 89 HP

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Perkins
Engine Model: 4236
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive Type: Direct Drive
Engine Power: 89 HP



DIMENSIONS
Designer: Niels Roos

Builder: Alu-Yachts, Nybiorg, Denmark

LOA: 65 ft.

LWL: 48 ft.

Beam: 16 ft.

Draft: 7 ft. 5 in.

Displacement: 30 tons

Tankage:

Fuel: 350 gal – aluminum tank - Water: (2) x 360 gal – aluminum tanks
Perkins 4236 diesel engine, 89 HP (4 cylinders), 4380 hours
Fuel Burn 1.5 GPH at 1700 RPM - boat speed 6.5-7 kts
at 2200 RPM boat speed is 8-9 kts


ACCOMMODATIONS
3 Cabins, 2 heads

Aft Cabin: Can be used as master cabin or VIP cabin. This cabin is very private and is accessed through the work room aft of the galley. Complete with king-sized berth, fore and aft configuration, and two rows of abundant storage lockers outboard on either side of the berth. Full standing headroom and private head w/ shower. A large overhead opening hatch and side ports provide natural light and ventilation. Private head w/ shower, Corian countertop and SS sink with decorator fixtures, rich woodwork and storage lockers.

King-sized berth
Numerous rich wood storage cabinets out board to either side of the berth – Cedar finished inside
Mirrored headboard
Reading lamps
Overhead hatch
Vanities to either side of berth with storage
Flatscreen TV facing berth in wood finished cut-out in bulkhead
Access to private head w/ shower
LED lighting
Private head w/ shower
Aft head: SS sink w/ Corian countertop, rich wood storage cabinets and drawers, shower

Forward Cabin: Can also be used as a master or VIP cabin. Also designed with a king berth, this cabin has the added feature of a large L-shaped settee and library. There are abundant storage lockers and under berth drawers. This cabin is en-suite with private head and shower. There is also access from this cabin to the forward V-berth cabin. The sliding door forward can be closed for privacy between the cabins or opened if the fore-cabin is to be used for additional storage. Private head w/ shower, Corian countertop and SS sink with decorator fixtures and rich woodwork and storage lockers.

King berth
Numerous rich wood storage cabinets outboard to either side of the berth – cedar finished inside
Additional wood cabinets over settee
Overhead hatches
Vanities to either side of berth with storage
Access to fore-cabin forward with sliding door for separation
Comfortable L-shaped settee with bookshelves and storage below settee
Teak parquet floor
Private head w/ shower
Forward head: SS sink w/ Corian countertop, rich wood storage cabinets and drawers, shower
Fore-Cabin: This cabin is accessed from either the forward cabin or from the forward deck. It can be used as a crew cabin or additional guest cabin. A V-berth provides accommodations for 2. The oversized hatch above provides light and ventilation.

Interior woods: oak, cedar, mahogany
Teak heartwood parquet floor throughout
Shelving on either side of berth
Access to bosons locker in the bow, and chain locker
Heads:

Raritan Electro San ERST #12 waste water treatment system
2 Showers – w/ Rule shower pumps
2 Hand basins
Headroom – 6 ft. 6 in."
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Link to Ad with contact info
1984 Aluminum Boat Co. 65 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

A few more photos, especially the galley of the boat (65' Aluminum Niels Roos) I just posted above.

[DSDman]

Thanks Stead,
I just saw this one and posted a question about it. Starting to do a bit of research on the brand now. Google doesn't seem to have much on the topic. This boat is listed as a 56 and a 65? I think its a typo. If it had a mizzen mast and a shorter rig I would really love it. Maybe its a one off and that's the reason it is so inexpensive?

[Steadman Uhlich]

Originally Posted by DSDman

Thanks Stead,
I just saw this one and posted a question about it. Starting to do a bit of research on the brand now. Google doesn't seem to have much on the topic. This boat is listed as a 56 and a 65? I think its a typo. If it had a mizzen mast and a shorter rig I would really love it. Maybe its a one off and that's the reason it is so inexpensive?

It appears to be a one off or custom built boat.
Those are common in metal boats, especially at this size and apparent quality of build (as judged by the photos only).

As I see it: The key points are to know the designer was a naval architect (trained and knowledgeable) and then that the boat was made to specs (not heavily modified by a builder or owner).

As for the length and why it may be listed two different lengths?
I see that from time to time, especially when a boat has a bowsprit. Some ads use the LOD (Length On Deck) and others LOA (Length Over All), and some may have both lengths mentioned in a description. Some may avoid including the bowsprit and davits on boats (which will cause higher slip fees).

The specifications I saw for the Niels Roos boat I posted above show:
"Model = 56'". (I see that as LOD)
LWL = 48'
(LOD) = 65' (assuming it is including the bowsprit)

The various terms can be confusing when one sees them used interchangeably (and sometimes incorrectly). Here is a wikipedia article that helps explain the terms and meaning.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Length_overall

Hope that helps.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Sparkman & Stephens 53' "GESTURE"

Year = 1941
Hull = WOOD
Location = USA

Steady's Notes:
A classic wood boat designed by S&S. "Gesture"
She was the winner of the first Newport-Bermuda Race sailed after the second world war.
Unfortunately in a state of neglect (on the hard).
But, look at that photo of her when she was sailing! Beautiful!

Many more photos showing interior, deck, and original hardware are on the ad page.

Now for sale. Asking Price = $250,000

Ad = 1941 Sparkman & Stephens Sloop Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

[Steadman Uhlich]

Fairlie 59
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a beautiful modern reproduction of a classic yacht design. This boat has a Carbon Fiber rig.

I like the interior design (classic wood high end yacht look).
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Hull = Cold Molded Wood

Year = 2005

Asking Price = EUR 1,495,000 Tax Not Paid (US$ 1,845,578)

Location = Spain
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Description from Ad:
"The Fairlie 59 is the result of the fusion between the elegance and the comfort of a classic hull and the performance given by a latest generation rig and sails, that allows you to sail safely, with a reduced crew or with no crew, as she was designed to be single handled.
Her hull was built with cold moulded wood and epoxy resin, her frames and deck beams were laminated as one only piece, giving her a structural strength beyond the requirements of the loads that she has to withstand and with the 50% of her displacement in the led keel, together with a carbon fiber rig give her an optimal upright momentum that allows you to trim the sails to give her owner an unprecedented enjoyment with the sailing experience on board this boat."

Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:

Specs
Builder: Fairlie Restorations
Designer: Paul Spooner
Flag of Registry: United Kingdom
Keel: Full

Dimensions
LOA: 17.98 m
Beam: 3.80 m
Maximum Draft: 2.70 m

Engines
Total Power: 83
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Link to Ad with contact info.
2005 Fairlie 59 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Phil Bolger PHUMA
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Steady's Notes

I am sharing this boat because it is outstanding in a few ways:
1. Designer = Phil Bolger, known for unusual designs (for a purpose)
2. Long, Narrow design 128' x 16'
3. Low Asking Price (unfinished interior, etc.)
4. Interesting Propulsion with prop on the rudder (see photo)
6. Designed for fuel efficiency and smaller engine
7. Contains some essentials (engine, hydraulics, windlass, galley, bow thruster, etc.)
8. Has tabernacle (lowering) masts for use with sails. Check out that mast rake!
9. Notice the photo where it is hauled out and in slings. Notice shallow draft.
10. While this boat is not for me, I wonder how this would work as a coastal cruiser, with liveaboard large family? (it has a lot of interior that could be modified/finished). Or as a "boatel" cruising San Francisco Bay and the Delta? Or if moved to the Atlantic, cruising the ICW.
11. Imagine how you would use her, and post in the comments below.
12. I like motorsailors and this one would be a sight to see with some large gaff rigged tan bark sails on her. (See photo that shows mizzen)

I would hate to have to clean the bottom, and one would want a large crew (or family) to keep up with the painting and chipping and painting, etc. Too much boat for a single guy like me.

As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

There are more photos showing the interior and engine and details on the linked page.
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Hull = Steel

Year = 1991

Asking Price = $165,000(USD) Offers encouraged

Location = California
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Dimensions: 128' x 16'
Year: 1991
Manufacturer: Custom
Model: Design 410
Engine: 285 hp 6-92 Detroit Diesel
Hull: Steel

U.S.A. Registered. 128' Commercial steel vessel, designed and built as a research vessel (R/V) but never completely finished.

Phuma can be sail or power driven. Can be an ideal offshore tuna boat or other commercial fisheries. Can be modified to be a coastal freighter or many other commercial uses.

Located west coast US.

R/V Phuma
128' Sailing Research Vessel
Philip Bolger Design 410
Custom-build and launched in 1991
Watertight bulkheads
main salon seats 16 with gimbaled serving table
8,000 gallon tankage of each water and diesel
Planned accommodations for 16

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Link to Ad with contact info for owner. FSBO
Steel Research Sailboat
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Polux]

I don't remember to have post on this thread, mostly about old designs and old boats and it is not my cup of tea. However I would like to call Steadman attention for one of the boats that is least known and that even so is one that has one of the biggest resale values.

That is of course because some know the boat and those want it badly LOL.

While some design today boats that could have been designed 30 years ago, this is a boat designed 30 years ago and that could (almost) be designed today.

That and the fact that it is a bluewater offshore aluminium voyage boat is what make its resale value so good. Even so a good buy if the boat is in good condition. I am talking about the "Levrier des mers", a Finot design from the late 80s:













https://www.inautia.com/used-boat-27...565197455.html

Lévrier de mer 16 "Imagine"

[Steadman Uhlich]

POLUX,
Thanks for adding that boat, and your good eye, to this topic or thread!

That is a very nice looking boat.
And I can see what you mean about it being a design that was "ahead of its time' or that has features now popular on fast European cruisers.
Many features are admirable (and the lines). I was particularly struck by the large dinghy/swim deck on the stern. The drawing shows the dinghy stored there.

I like the interior and the engine being where it is gives very good access to it.

More details:

Finot LEVRIER DE MER 53
Sailboat from the year 1990 - 16,20m length - in Barcelona (Spain)
Vessel used
Asking Price = 250.000 €
(VAT included )
Price was 300.000 €. Price dropped by 50.000 €

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[QUOTE=Steadman Uhlich;2593882] Phil Bolger PHUMA
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Steady, you have really outdone yourself this time. This is a great example of how truly creative Phil Bolger was. 126 feet long & just a 3.5 foot draft. Amazing. No one could think more outside the box than he did. His legacy lives on in the hundreds of boats built to his designs.

[Polux]

Yes in fact it works, I mean the dinghy garage:


The first boats in the late 80's were called "Levrier des Mers" some years later Finot designed a new interior, a revolutionary one, this one:



And that version, with the same hull was called Cigale. Both versions with design updates are still made today by Alubat, the ones that make the OVNIS.

The last versions are designed by Marc Lombard.







Bateaux à vendre par Alubat et par CIGALE 14