Hi all,
I am new to sailing, only been sailing with friends in the past. Sorry for my lack of Sailing terms..
Today, I just ran across a 16 foot day Sailer. I could not find a hull number, do not know where to look for one. I did notice the wording Javelin under the paint.
The owner of boat had this boat for the last 22 years, and it has not been in the water for a long time. Here is my observations of the boat.
Trailer/tires good condition
The hull is intact.
The hull needs to be sanded or something and a nice paint job.
Did notice a soft spot near the keel.
Swing down Keel, alot of rust.
Rigging
The main mast is intact, no dents are rust. The top of the mast little wheel is chipped, but works.
The boom looks good to the eye with no dents or rust
Things to replace:
all the small hardward to include ropes and cables
The wood at aft needs to be replace. I have a friend who is a cabinet maker that can cut me some new pieces.
The owner of the 16 foot Oday was asking $600, but will take $500.
He stated the sails are in good condition, and could take the boat out as is, not sure about that part. I will have to should me how to rig the boat, in case there is any missing parts.
A friend of mind who restores cars, stated it would be no problem restoring the hull.
Question:
Is this a good price ($500) for an Oday that is poor shape, but can float?