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09-22-2014, 08:06 PM
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Newbie
City: Parksville
Join Date: Sep 2014
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Is $48000.00 a reasonable price for a nicely restored Willard 30' Searcher?
The boat I am looking at is currently advertised on the Willard boat site and makes its home in Comox, British Columbia. It looks every bit as good up close as it does in the photos. Any opinions about the asking price would be appreciated. How difficult would it be to install an autopilot and a second outside steering station? Would you need to convert to hydraulic steering first? Are there any major issues common to this boat? Are they as seaworthy as they look and how badly do they roll in a beam sea?
Thanks,
Richard
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09-22-2014, 08:44 PM
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Guru
City: Fort Myers, FL... Summers in the Great Lakes
Vessel Name: Slow Hand
Vessel Model: Cherubini Independence 45
Join Date: Dec 2010
Posts: 12,834
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A link would be helpful.
Ted
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09-22-2014, 09:35 PM
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Newbie
City: Parksville
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 4
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Link to $48000.00 Searcher
Not sure how to embed a link but the address is as follows.
Willard Vega 30 Searcher "Savary" | Willard Boats
The boat has since had the concrete ballast replaced with lead ingots separated into three sections by bulkheads and the original shaft has been replaced with an aqua drive system. The majority of the refurbishing was undertaken by Rick White, "Rickized"
Thanks,
Richard
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09-22-2014, 09:39 PM
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Guru
City: Bayview
Vessel Name: Puffin
Vessel Model: Willard Vega 30
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,444
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There is also one for private sale in Ladysmith, BC. Right next to the Maritime Society dock. Sorry I can't find the photo with the phone number. Original owner not modified.
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What kind of boat is that?
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09-22-2014, 09:50 PM
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Guru
City: Little River SC
Vessel Name: JAZ
Vessel Model: Ta Chaio/CT35
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 716
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Looks nice, not sure on the price though.
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09-23-2014, 02:26 AM
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Enigma
City: Slicker?
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 16,563
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Greetings,
Mr. 676. The only comment I can make is why would someone put what appears to be carpet on the hull in the ER? GREAT place for oil/vapor to collect. Potential fire hazard in a few years.
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09-23-2014, 03:00 AM
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Newbie
City: Parksville
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 4
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I am impressed!!!!
I went back and looked at the photo of Savary's engine compartment and it would appear you are correct about the carpet. I would never have noticed it.
Thanks a lot,
Richard
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09-23-2014, 07:39 AM
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Veteran Member
City: Woodside,Ca
Vessel Name: Roam'n
Vessel Model: Westcoast 46
Join Date: Dec 2011
Posts: 37
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The carpet is on the floor boards around the engine, they lift out. With the steady sail the boats have very little roll. There are various auto pilots that would fit. 25 years ago I took another Searcher from Anacortes to Sullivan Bay and every place in between 5 month's (no not because it is slow!) probably best boat trip ever, was a real adventure. The good old days paper charts,depth finder, tides and currents book, radar (no GPS or chart plotter). We have put over 3,000 miles on our boat so far this year, including running it from Newport Beach,Ca to Anacortes. (not a Willard) Now sitting in Genoa Bay,BC enjoying coffee and fresh scones, does not get much better!
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09-23-2014, 08:51 AM
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Enigma
City: Slicker?
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 16,563
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Greetings,
Mr. R. Ah....I wrongly surmised the carpet was on the hull sides. Lift out? Fine by me. A nice touch. Apologies.
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09-23-2014, 01:28 PM
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Guru
City: Adelaide
Vessel Name: Kokanee
Vessel Model: Cuddles 30 Pilot House Motor Sailer
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,218
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Great little boat with a nice refit.
Although I'm not overly familiar with US prices, it seems like a good deal to me. There are cheaper Willards around, but not in that condition. As I understand, the major issue with Willards is the concrete ballast. Its an ugly task if you have to do it yourself.
A wheel driven autopilot is fairly easy and cheap to install. Hydraulic steering not required.
If you wanted a 2nd steering setup from the rear cockpit, a simple solution is to install a removable tiller. They are a great backup system as well.
The steadying sail, although small, would definitely reduce the rolling motion a fair amount. Although like my boat, on a windless day and a largish swell, you would want to travel head on or with the swell.
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09-23-2014, 02:22 PM
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Guru
City: Concrete Washington State
Vessel Name: Willy
Vessel Model: Willard Nomad 30'
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 18,743
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She's overpowered but at least she's been repowered.
Look at other big items like fuel tanks, wiring, hull blister wise, hot water tank, electronics ect. At that price I'd be expecting almost everything to be perfect.
But if she really is perfect yes she's worth it.
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North Western Washington State USA
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