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Old 12-25-2009, 03:40 PM
gdc23 gdc23 is offline
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Default SeaCraft restoration questions

I am new here and hoping you guys can help me out with a few questions, I will soon be in the market for a new boat that will be used primarily for offshore fishing and occasionally to take my wife and 9 yr old daughter on whale watches.
(safety primary concern).
I came across a restored 1978 SeaCraft 23' 2008 twin Yamaha 150's totally refitted in 2008 with an asking price of $44900. I would assume some of you may be familiar with this boat and possibly the fella that did the work or owns it may reside here as well so here are my questions.

1. On a restored boat will the finish applied to the hull, cockpit, etc.. be as durable as the original gelcoat... If not how abrasion resistant will it be ?

2. Are there any concerns as to the wear from age and possible hours on the hull that will not be corrected with a refinish.. Is it safe to say that while it may look new it is anything but as the fiberglass itself has endured 32 years of use/abuse.

3. How will adding the Armstrong bracket affect performance and ride of the hull.

4. How is the resale on a boat such as this if you decide to turn it around after some of the polish is worn off. Do you take a big hit on resale even though that would not be my original intent.

5.How can you know how thorough and to what quality the restoration was done, can this be verified through an inspection.

6. How well do restorations hold up, will a boat restored in 2008 look as good as the same quality boat manufactured in 2008 if properly cared for or would there be a huge cosmetic difference.

7. Would a boat such as this have any original wood in the decking or elsewhere that could be a future problem .

I will try to attach a link to the boat in question

Sorry for all the question but any help would be greatly appreciated

Thank you
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