Immaculate. What a find. All the best to you both for a very productive and happy future life aboard. Don't forget to let us land-bound race followers know when the future events are about to start. Please !😊
Thoroughly enjoyed this video....very informative and entertaining. It especially was interesting to me because I own a 1996 Beneteau 42s7 that I purchased from the second owner twelve years ago. Don's tour totally surprised me as it seemed he was touring my Beneteau. The layouts are basically the same, however, my Beneteau has a 50hp Perkins diesel, 160 gallons of freshwater (2 tanks), 40 gallon diesel tank, a watermaker, a hydraulic self steering arrangement, and many other benefits. I purchased her for $70K US; asking price at the time was $115,500 US. The seller was ready to sell the boat and I jumped on it. At the time of the survey, my surveyor was surprised to learn the extensive sail inventory; he estimated replacement value of the sails to be $80K US. I've maintained the boat to the best standards possible, constantly upgrading the various systems, running rigging, and such. Just this year I replaced the propeller shaft, the three blade feathering propeller, the lower rudder bushing, and anchor windlass. During the haulout two years ago, I repaired numerous blisters. In 2015, the hull was painted with Awlgrip and it's still beautiful. I especially liked Don't comments regarding the support for the rudder shaft. It appears to be extremely strong. Having just turned 71 years old, I have no plans to sell my Beneteau, which I singlehand quite often. Thanks for sharing this video. Click on my name and visit my TH-cam channel where you'll see numerous videos of my Beneteau. By the way, some of my sailing idols include Francis Chichester, Eric & Susan Hiscock, Dumas, and many others. I've followed world sailing since the early seventies and am a huge fan.
Congratulations Don and Jane. Your new vessel has obviously been extremely well cared for and finding that type of boat in immaculate condition is a real treasure. The past owners took their roles as caretakers to the extreme. So happy that you’ll be able to spend a lot of time onboard and really enjoy her attributes. You two have given so much to so many participants of your various undertakings and those of us able to follow every step of the way have benefited immensely. I couldn’t be happier for you and your excitement regarding your new purchase and what lies ahead is palpable. All the best in your continuing adventures and thank you in advance for allowing us to come along and share part of the experience. Cheers, mate. You’re one in a million.
@@lecamyvonne760 hi the problem is once we leave the city marina we would lose our spot..lol...waiting for some ships transfere papers and Hydrovane bits before we can leave probably just to Bora Bora and out in about 9 days?? :) best for now....D & J
Don who s doing your papers ? What agency ? Need to delivery mine or sell her . Good luck. Shipyard refuses me on dock since 10 years. Need to check the hull before sailing out !
There was orcas taking the rudder off a oceanis 393 some time ago causing it to sink. Anyone know if that model has a different rudder setup then the 423?
from what I saw it was the orcas ramming the hull and it breeched at the galley amid ships...she went down bow first with the rudder in the air... :( sad..
Cool boat 🍌 Pops. Fair winds🌬
Really enjoyed hearing the story behind your purchase, and future plans. Boat is amazing for 95K
Master model Maker we say, he know's what Float's in the tub ❤
Congratulations on your 18th vessel, have a fantastic time exploring the Pacific. Maybe you do need to start that separate TH-cam channel!?
Great boat and information thanks Don and Jane
Keeping a busy life lifestyle and still doing your favourite thing, well done thanks for sharing
Immaculate. What a find.
All the best to you both for a very productive and happy future life aboard.
Don't forget to let us land-bound race followers know when the future events are about to start. Please !😊
Thoroughly enjoyed this video....very informative and entertaining. It especially was interesting to me because I own a 1996 Beneteau 42s7 that I purchased from the second owner twelve years ago. Don's tour totally surprised me as it seemed he was touring my Beneteau. The layouts are basically the same, however, my Beneteau has a 50hp Perkins diesel, 160 gallons of freshwater (2 tanks), 40 gallon diesel tank, a watermaker, a hydraulic self steering arrangement, and many other benefits. I purchased her for $70K US; asking price at the time was $115,500 US. The seller was ready to sell the boat and I jumped on it. At the time of the survey, my surveyor was surprised to learn the extensive sail inventory; he estimated replacement value of the sails to be $80K US. I've maintained the boat to the best standards possible, constantly upgrading the various systems, running rigging, and such. Just this year I replaced the propeller shaft, the three blade feathering propeller, the lower rudder bushing, and anchor windlass. During the haulout two years ago, I repaired numerous blisters. In 2015, the hull was painted with Awlgrip and it's still beautiful. I especially liked Don't comments regarding the support for the rudder shaft. It appears to be extremely strong. Having just turned 71 years old, I have no plans to sell my Beneteau, which I singlehand quite often. Thanks for sharing this video. Click on my name and visit my TH-cam channel where you'll see numerous videos of my Beneteau. By the way, some of my sailing idols include Francis Chichester, Eric & Susan Hiscock, Dumas, and many others. I've followed world sailing since the early seventies and am a huge fan.
great boats :)
Congratulations Don and Jane. Your new vessel has obviously been extremely well cared for and finding that type of boat in immaculate condition is a real treasure. The past owners took their roles as caretakers to the extreme. So happy that you’ll be able to spend a lot of time onboard and really enjoy her attributes. You two have given so much to so many participants of your various undertakings and those of us able to follow every step of the way have benefited immensely. I couldn’t be happier for you and your excitement regarding your new purchase and what lies ahead is palpable. All the best in your continuing adventures and thank you in advance for allowing us to come along and share part of the experience. Cheers, mate. You’re one in a million.
Thanks !! :)
Hello don
Come and sail for a hello in Raiatea apoiiti.
Best regards
Emmanuelle
@@lecamyvonne760 hi the problem is once we leave the city marina we would lose our spot..lol...waiting for some ships transfere papers and Hydrovane bits before we can leave probably just to Bora Bora and out in about 9 days?? :) best for now....D & J
He rolled a 2😂 not sure if that's good but that's definitely a good boat 😂
Let's see the wind vane install!
Yes video on the hydrovane install
You're going to have to work a little harder to get Jane Jane to like that camera. But it does look like you're making a little progress.
Don who s doing your papers ? What agency ?
Need to delivery mine or sell her .
Good luck.
Shipyard refuses me on dock since 10 years. Need to check the hull before sailing out !
There was orcas taking the rudder off a oceanis 393 some time ago causing it to sink. Anyone know if that model has a different rudder setup then the 423?
from what I saw it was the orcas ramming the hull and it breeched at the galley amid ships...she went down bow first with the rudder in the air... :( sad..
www.pbo.co.uk/cruising/orcas-are-playing-with-the-yachts-theories-after-sinking-73321
I have a mate who could be your skipper - Chris Roberts - remember him ?
hahah How could I forget..cool...say hi for me ..total champion!! :)