$12,900 for a C26

trev · Post by **trev** » Sat Dec 26, 2009 4:53 pm

Does this seem a little high or am I just cheap? It does look real nice, seems to come with quite a bit, and new rigging but no trailer. I'm not looking to buy this just curious on others opinion on the price.

http://providence.craigslist.org/boa/1524316154.html

Chrysler20%26 · Post by **Chrysler20%26** » Sun Dec 27, 2009 3:20 am

Nice boat, BUT no trailer. For the money he wonts, it should come with three sisters. In other words, he wonts 3 x what I would pay.

EmergencyExit · Post by **EmergencyExit** » Sun Dec 27, 2009 5:43 am

Overpriced ? Only if it doesn't sell at that price.

Sounds like someone did a lot of great work, and a lot of the upgrades listed are expensive items. That's a really nice outboard and isn't cheap.
I think if it had a trailer that was as nice as the boat is, it would be closer to a price I would go for were I in that market with that kind of money..

To the owner - nice work on putting this old Chrysler into great shape..

Banshi · Post by **Banshi** » Sun Dec 27, 2009 7:07 am

I have spent a lot of time looking and it is way over priced but if he can get the money good for him. I know if someone had to pay me what I paid for my boat plus the time and material I have spent on it the cost would be way more than what it is worth on the open market. But price is always relative to the size of your pocket book and your desire to own a particular piece of property, find the right buyer and cha ching..............

Mario G · Post by **Mario G** » Sun Dec 27, 2009 8:51 am

It seems like a fair deal with everything and it is the early deck, I'm tring real hard not to jump the gun and buy a bigger boat untill this summer, but that is tempting.

The 1st mate and I have been talking alot about semi retirement and finding a boat we could live on months to a year or so at a time, but has to be something I still enjoy sailing. I don't see her letting go the site of land so a good coastal crusier like this really might fit the requirement.

If its still avalible in a few months I might go look at it.

monty · Post by **monty** » Sun Dec 27, 2009 11:08 am

At that price it should come with a real nice trailer, IMHO. But, I suppose if you sat down with a pencil and paper and added all the gear and time spent on this or any other boat . . . .

NYCSAILOR · Post by **NYCSAILOR** » Mon Dec 28, 2009 7:49 am

Seler is probably trying to justify his total rebedding project and what torture it was....

BTW: what is "Bluewater Performance bulkhead organizer in V- berth"

tgentry · Post by **tgentry** » Mon Dec 28, 2009 10:28 am

Let's hope he gets it. It would be nice knowing my boat is appreciating.

NYCSAILOR · Post by **NYCSAILOR** » Mon Dec 28, 2009 12:58 pm

Oh Great, now we got to up our insurance on our chryslers......

Hey Mario...is the early deck more desireable? curious that you oint that out...btw; I think this is the sister ship to windward...

eamac · Post by **eamac** » Mon Dec 28, 2009 1:31 pm

Hi all,

Thanks to all for your comments about the C-26 listed on Craigslist. I am the current owner and recognize that the asking price is more than is commonly seen for C-26s. Keep in mind it is also an asking price.

As some have rightly pointed out in this thread, the additions and upgrades have cost far more than what I am asking. Everything that could be done to improve/upgrade this boat is done. I'm sure there are a few things I have forgotten to list, like all new 1/8" stainless steel backing plates throughout. I will post some interior shots when I get a chance.

I intended to post the listing under the "for sale" section on this excellent discussion board but someone beat me to it by starting the discussion.

The C-26 certainly has earned a loyal following and rightfully so.

Thanks,
eamac

EmergencyExit · Post by **EmergencyExit** » Mon Dec 28, 2009 6:03 pm

Again congratulations on a great and comprehensive upgrade ! When you add it all up and get the sum of all the upgrades, repairs, and the outboard, etc it does make a difference.

eamac · Post by **eamac** » Tue Dec 29, 2009 10:04 am

Thanks EE. We'll see what happens. I would consider trades also.

trev · Post by **trev** » Wed Dec 30, 2009 4:52 am

Don't get me wrong it's very beautiful boat with a lot of hard work and money put into it, I would love to have it. I was not factoring in your location versus mine which probably makes a huge difference in value, not much of a sailboat market in central Minnesota . Best of luck in your sale.

eamac · Post by **eamac** » Thu Dec 31, 2009 2:41 pm

Thanks trev!