Boat Auction

[1flcheesehead]

I am considering purchasing a 2000 Regal that is at auction. It appears as though it was stored in water for some time due to the hull staining and outdrive corrosion.

I would definitely get it inspected prior to purchase, but does anyone have ideas about the issues that could arise from a boat sitting in water long enough to stain the hull and corrode the outdrives?

The boat has twin Volvo 4.3 GLs, SX outdrives with counter-rotating props. Engines have about 280 hours each.

Thanks for any ideas!

 

[dubs283]

Re: Boat Auction

stain the hull? brackish water and never cleaning the hull - may clean up with some acid wash and elbow grease

corrosion on the drives?? stray current in the water near to where the boat was moored/lack of maintenance i.e. not replacing the anodes on a regular basis/continuity straps broken or disconnected

 

[1flcheesehead]

Re: Boat Auction

Thanks for the quick reply!

I would envision needing bottom paint, but from an outdrive perspective, what issues do you think could arrise from sitting like that? Would it be exterior (paint) only, or could the unit somehow be compromised?

Thanks again!

 

[LAC_STS]

Re: Boat Auction

It could have leaks. If you check the drive oil you'll probably see water in it. Like a milkshake. So if they do have water in the oil (which they probably do) then they need taken off, pressure tested, and tore down and seals replaced.

 

[dubs283]

Re: Boat Auction

Would it be exterior (paint) only

if possible, post a picture of the drive(s) - that is going to give anybody with an opinion a better idea as to what you are dealing with

of course being there to see the drive(s) in person is the best, but there are limitations to the inter-web

also, you mentioned that his boat is in an auction - are you sure it has been properly winterized and do you know what to look for when inspecting it??

most auction houses allow very limited inspection on auction items e.g. no tools allowed during inspection (this is because they don't want people sneaking parts off of items for auction)

 

[1flcheesehead]

Re: Boat Auction

Here are the drives. The auction is a fair deal where after accepted offer, the buyer has 5 days to have the vessel inspected and can back out with no penalty.

 

[Friscoboater]

Re: Boat Auction

Man that scares me.

 

[fat fanny]

Re: Boat Auction

The hrs, of clean up just to service would be astronomical!!!!!!!!!! Whats the staring bid????????

 

[magster65]

Re: Boat Auction

Here are the drives. The auction is a fair deal where after accepted offer, the buyer has 5 days to have the vessel inspected and can back out with no penalty.

Yeah they look neglected but I've seen worse. A lot of that looks like calciu buildup. A careful cleaning with muriatic acid will get rid of that in a hurry. If they really are corroded, to bring them back properly, you'd need to pull them apart and strip, etch, prime and repaint. You might be able to do them in place but it'll take way longer. You'd be ready by summer. What model of Regal is it?

 

[1flcheesehead]

Re: Boat Auction

Thanks for all the replies!

The Boat is a 2000 2760 Commodore. It is fully loaded (gen, a/c etc). The 'asking' price is 22k, but the bids come in much lower. The only apparent issue is what you see in the pictures.

I am not terribly concerned about the cosmetics, it is what damage could have occured that I can't see. It sounds like beyond the seals, not much else. Is that sound about right?

Thanks again!

 

[Windykid]

Re: Boat Auction

If the boat wasnt properly winterized, you could be looking at cracked blocks. if the price is rite, have a thorough inspection and hook up hoses to outdrive to test. realy just no substitute for test drive

 

[magster65]

Re: Boat Auction

Thanks for all the replies!

The Boat is a 2000 2760 Commodore. It is fully loaded (gen, a/c etc). The 'asking' price is 22k, but the bids come in much lower. The only apparent issue is what you see in the pictures.

I am not terribly concerned about the cosmetics, it is what damage could have occured that I can't see. It sounds like beyond the seals, not much else. Is that sound about right?

Thanks again!

As noted, the guys are warning you of 'buyer beware' which is always good advice.
With the money back assurance, if you were to pick it up for the right price (only you know what that is) and have a problem... there's not really any risk involved. You could figure out what to do with the drives during that 5 day period or just get your money back. Although they look kinda' harsh, have a closer look... calcium (and whatever else there) build-up looks like corrosion. If the previous owner never had zincs on it and it is all corrosion you have a decision to make. Either do the re & re, etch prime and paint to stop it from getting any worse and just live with it... or pass on the deal and buy a boat that doesn't need drive housings.
A Regal 2760 is a nice boat.
Found this site for drive parts.

 

[Lyle29464]

Re: Boat Auction

I would pass. You will find that it had water in the engine well and all sorts of problems. It would have to be so cheap I could replace everything and still be in at a good price.

 

[series60]

Re: Boat Auction - JMHO

Re: Boat Auction - JMHO

The folks here are warning you! That being said and if you can steal the boat, ask yourself how many hours/years do you have to fix it? Are the stringers, deck and transom gone? The same water/corrosion you see on the outdrives is inside the engines too! Do you have the knowledge and tools to fix whatever you find. With the boat being moored all the time, do you really think no water has leaked inside? Do you have a place to work on it? If you are happily married - don't plan on staying that way!

The boat, from what little we can see will require lots of money - time - space. Personally I would run like Hell from this one.

 

[sethjon]

Re: Boat Auction

I am considering purchasing a 2000 Regal that is at auction. It appears as though it was stored in water for some time due to the hull staining and outdrive corrosion.

I would definitely get it inspected prior to purchase, but does anyone have ideas about the issues that could arise from a boat sitting in water long enough to stain the hull and corrode the outdrives?

The boat has twin Volvo 4.3 GLs, SX outdrives with counter-rotating props. Engines have about 280 hours each.

Thanks for any ideas!

A boat sitting for that long was obviously neglected. Probably wasn't maintained well when it was in use. Be safe, pass on it.

 

[Bifflefan]

Re: Boat Auction

Looks like a fun project to me.
If you can get it for a price you are happy with and if possible still have some room in it after repairs, then I say go for it.
Sure its gonna be some work, but what else do you have to do with your time?
If you had plans you'd be looking at one that newer and ran great.

 

[thumpar]

Re: Boat Auction

If you have the fact that you can back out after inspection if it doesn't come back good in writing I would go for it. Worst case is you back out. Best case everything is fine and you got it cheap. Just make sure you have it checked out very well by someone that knows what they are doing.

 

[wallerus]

Re: Boat Auction

Expect the worst and hope for the best. I thinks those drive are going to be far from the best. Note ropes holding the dives up. Notye the severe corrosion inside the $1800 per set props that probably will not come of without needing a re-hub.

Most time when I see a boat in this condition at auction it is in poor condition because of neglect since the owner can't make the payment on it and it requires a huge investment to get it back to normal.

I would expect that both drives and TSK's will need replacement, if not now then very soon.

It has a pair of 4.3 engines wich is the smallest cheapest option you could get making the boat underpowered. This means they have more than likely been beat hard and put away wet.

If I could get it cheap enough I would repower to 5.7 Gi's with DPS-A drives. The props on it will fit the new DPS but probably be the wrong pitch.

 

[1flcheesehead]

Re: Boat Auction

Thanks everyone for your feedback!

I appreciate hearing the different perspectives.

Happy Holidays!