Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

"I guess I am from the old school where my word is my bond. Funny , that used to mean something instead of "just the money" Just take note, If I ever post anything for sale, you can purchase with confidence.
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Jeez Barnaby, I don' think that is the issue. The issue is perception. Everyone's definition of mint is different, and if I was going to spend $11,000 (a low number for a Seacraft) I would damn sure want to see what I was buying,

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

I somewhat agree with you as far as looking before buying. HOWEVER, The seller says "Mint"..O.K. we know he is selling, Then JT says "Mint", Now are they related? But a survey that was paid? Is it not his "job" to accurately describe all flaws?. You are right. If its my $11K spent, I'm looking. However with a Paid Surveyer involved, I expect an accurate report...Tight Lines Capt.

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

When describing a 25 year old boat, does mint possibly mean a slightly different thing than describing a two year old boat?

I once had a 1977 SeaCraft that most on this site would consider to be in great condition. However, someone only accustomed to viewing boats that had just come out of the mold might see small cosmetic things that bothered them on it.

Should we first establish what the term "mint" means when used in conjunction with Potter era boats, which are by definition at least 23 years old??

Did the surveyor knowingly take into account the age of this boat and say that it was in great condition compared to other 25 year old boats or was the survey saying that this boat was comparable to a new boat? [img]images/icons/confused.gif[/img]

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

You are So Right Mark...There has been many an ugly bride...but obviously look [img]images/icons/wink.gif[/img] ed good to someone

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

LOU SORRY TO HERE THAT,THAT REALLY SUCKS.Nowadays you cant trust anyone even a surveyer.

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

I Say SUE the Surveyer!!! [img]images/icons/rolleyes.gif[/img] Seriously, What is done is done. Lessons to be learned

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I'd be scared of doing the mail-order bride or boat thing lest the "surveryor" had a different definition of what mint meant [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

-she might be UGLY [img]images/icons/shocked.gif[/img]

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

I bought mine sight unseen but after a crap load of pics. Somethings were nicer than what I expected somethings were a little worse - I'm not unhappy about my decision. I DID have a solid survey done and it was pretty accurate. I did this and waffled back & fro but I DID want the boat and couldn't go to FL to check it out without getting a divorce. Would I buy again sightr unseen? Probably not but I shluldn't be in the same circumstances either...

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

notwithstanding the forgoing..since when does a "mint" Seacraft trade for $11,000? [img]images/icons/shocked.gif[/img]

Re: 23 cuddy mint FL 11,000
 

Lou Jr,

This stuff happens and it's a major bummer. But as much as I hate to repeat it, you have to take some of heat here. I would have a conversation with the surveyor. And I would kick myself for not looking at it myself. But like John R said, sometimes you just can't go. I've done this several times on the used Food Machinery we buy and sell and just rack it up to experience and try not to let it happen again.

One of the things you'll find on this site is directness of opinion, which is one of the things that make it so great. But the thoughts of these guys are only opinions and should be taken with a grain of salt. Hence the IMO (in my opinion) comments.

I know you're mad about it, but put up some images and let see what you have to work with. It might be fine and you just had higher expectations. We will be happy to help you evaluate what you've got and help where we can.

Keep the Faith.