Looking at a ST52

[boater3]

OK thanks. Anyone seen a ST52 on the East coast of the USA? I am mainly curious to actually look at one in person, even if its just the exterior. I know there are very few in the USA to begin with. I will consider buying from other locales but we were just hoping to get eyes on one in real life.

[Pete Meisinger]

If the Volvos pass a mechanical survey I wouldn't let them scare you away from an otherwise beautiful boat.

The consensus around here regarding Volvos seems to be parts availability and long delays in getting them. I am not sure if they are referring to common "consumable" parts like impellers, starters, alternators and misc. bolt on accessories but I would order a few of the most common replacement parts right away and have them in your parts locker.

pete

[boater3]

Originally Posted by Pete Meisinger

If the Volvos pass a mechanical survey I wouldn't let them scare you away from an otherwise beautiful boat.

The consensus around here regarding Volvos seems to be parts availability and long delays in getting them. I am not sure if they are referring to common "consumable" parts like impellers, starters, alternators and misc. bolt on accessories but I would order a few of the most common replacement parts right away and have them in your parts locker.

pete

Thanks. I had volvos in my last boat, smaller version of this boat. I am well versed in Volvo. I think they stink as a company. They make it very difficult on the end user to get basic information or support. Their dealer networks are weak. My question is not about whether Volvos are OK but really if this particular Cummins is a good engine.

[Comodave]

I have not seen any Cummins engine to be a bad engine. And IMO any Cummins is better than a Volvo due to the lack of support.

[boater3]

Anyone want to sell their ST 52?!

[backinblue]

Good idea to get on board one if you haven't already. A few years ago I looked at a smaller model at a boat show. What was most impactful to me was not the exterior but the interior. To me, it looked kind of sterile and cheap, like something out of Ikea. That is not to say it is, just a matter of personal preference and taste. You'll know if it's right for you when you see it. Best of luck.

[boater3]

Originally Posted by backinblue

Good idea to get on board one if you haven't already. A few years ago I looked at a smaller model at a boat show. What was most impactful to me was not the exterior but the interior. To me, it looked kind of sterile and cheap, like something out of Ikea. That is not to say it is, just a matter of personal preference and taste. You'll know if it's right for you when you see it. Best of luck.

Thanks, we owned the one model smaller version, built in the same factory, with same/similar materials. If you can point out any comparable boat in terms of functionality that is not 2-3x the price, or even only 2x the price, please let me know. Thank you.

[lipets]

agree