This would be the perfect yacht to start with. Not too expensive, but still everything you ever need and lots of room inside! Big enough for a vacation in the med.
@@nemisrepppet4236 A yacht is a sailing or power vessel used for pleasure, cruising, or racing. I am not sure what a yatch is. It is such fun to see an ignoramus 'correct' someone who is right.
Paid twice that for an rv rather have this need to get licensed for large craft first though. Not a newbie walking in unawares but I have more to learn
I thought these were one the nicest boats available when I was a teenager, the other one being a Moonraker 36. Things have certainly moved on since then. Thanks again Nick for another great tour.
Hi Nick, Now that is a intresting one this Princess 414 from 1987 and a boat with a real keel that we also not see anymore with Princess this boat cuts through the waves great I love the galley in the front with the dinette sleeps four with 2 heads great thank you Nick for this great show of a Classic nice refit
Absolutely Beautiful Yacht For 97.500 pounds. So Much Space. Vintage Boat . Perfect for people over 50s like Me. BIG THANKS NICK FOR MAKING THEM PERFECT VIDEOS. 👍👍👍👍🚤🚤😎😎
That is a very well cared for boat for a late 1980s yacht. It has nice classic lines. I would not be surprised if someone with deep pockets replaces the engines, and all the other hidden technology in the boat to be up to 2022 or later standards while preserving the classic look as much as possible.
Boy she had a great story to tell in all her character I really appreciate the effort to keep her going. She’s a fine lady waiting to be treated properly not trashed like some Florida party barge. She just really possesses a presence that speaks to me I’m in love
considering the changes from then to now and how different yachts look it makes you wonder what they'll look like in the 2050s.......can't begin to imagine
Nice little older boat, the refit is the perfect amount of upgrade and has extended the lifespan and future resale value. Great value and this could be a perfect buy for so many different types of boat shoppers ( a liveaboard for a single or couple, a weekender for a family, a day boat for a good sized group of friends or even a cruiser to go on a longer vacation with).
I had to look at the price a second time! Even though it is an older boat I still think it would be a great chance to get on the water, on a more than decent boat, I am quite fond! Thanks Nick.
It's nice to see how yachts have developed over time, This still looks great for it's age, love the seating area's below decks. Nice tour Nick thank you.
It says a lot that a roughly 35 year-old Princess still has a nearly £100k asking price. I think that goes to show you the quality with which these were built. Another great tour! Thanks!
It’s a testament to the build quality that with some refurbishment the vessel can be brought back to like new condition. The hulls were likely overbuilt as they did not have cad design systems that led to using much less material. However, there is no replacement for displacement! These project boats are very interesting to me Nick as something like this is all I can afford at the moment. Thank you for showing such a diverse mix.
Nice size original boat, character and very clean. Perfect for families, children in V berths. Fact it has two sitting areas with tables, so breathing space. Thank you Nick 👍👌
Yeah baby! That's what I'm talkin' about. Get some of those old yachts up here with prices that we can wrap our heads around. It would be cool to see some of the big yachts from the 80's and even older. 60ft plus. See how rich people rolled 30+ years ago and what they cost today. Love it.
I dont care what anyone says princess have the best interior layouts on the production side of the market full stop end of discussion! They build there boats around the saloon! They make sure first the saloon seating is large u shape and make the kitchen and dianette seating not to big so the saloon is big! And after all were do you spend all your time in the evening?? The saloon! I new this with there modern boats but this boat shows they have been doing it for decades! There is so much boat in this 40 odd footer! Princess simply the best! Ferritti second! Happy sailing all ⚓🛥and God bless you all 🙏❤
Nick, It's Like you and I, an oldie but a goodie! Reminds me of my neighbors '72 48' Grand Banks when I went with them to cruise from North Miami to Ft, Lauderdale where his father was listing it with a broker,
Best video ever! Looks very much like my 1986 Princess 385 except I have no aft cabin but a guest cabin instead of the redundant dinette. OK, the exterior looks are a bit out of fashion but apart from that, I wouldn't want any more modern boat due to all overly complicated shit they put in modern engines and drives. Those old Volvos are very reliable and easy to maintain.
Aft cabin boats are a bit like cheating. Pay for a 40 foot berth and get a 50 foot interior. Quite a treat. And the "refresh" of this beauty simply removed the wrinkles and polished the brite work, making it look like a classic while feeling like new. Thanks, Nick.
I've always been on the fence with aft cabin boats - they give so much extra interior space but the exterior is just not quite as useable for outdoor living plus I find it puts you up above the water level too much. It would be so nice to have the larger cockpit that extends onto the swim platform (like a beach club) but then if you want a nice spacious owners cabin it means having to buy an extra 15-20ft of boat.
Normally, a Princess becomes a Queen. But sometimes, it´s better, when a Princess remains as a Princess. Such a lovely one, even if she has some thirty plus years on her shoulders. Thanks for this, compared to the others ones, quite uniqe tour, Nick.
Other than the transom,you wouldn't know it was 35yo.The refit was well done.I'm very happy to hear the engines are renewed also for the fee.I'd be able to live aboard and put 'The Loop' happily.Thank you Nick.Hello Marianne.
Now, that's what I call a boat! I know it's getting on a bit, but the quality shines through everywhere you look. I'd probably want to upgrade a few bits, (like those propellers), but very little. At 35 ish years old it's probably going to have an really thick hull for strength and I reckon a pair of fin-stabilisers wouldn't hurt. I'd be proud to own her. A great tour as always, thank you very much Mr Burnham sir
Very nice boat. An Aft cabin adds a lot of interior space 👍🏻 I would love to own that boat. I liked that it had the same bollards that we have on our boat. A very good type of bollard hated by those who do not understand how to use them 😎
Am a bit late to the party watching this one. What a nice boat. Back in the 1970's my friends date had a boat with an aft cabin- cannot recall the make Niv
I love the layout on this boat. Reminds me of some Broom boats. Brilliant for extended holidays or even to live on. Brilliant walk through as usual Nick.
This is a lovely boat for the money. Right from my childhood, I used to live in a harbour town in the Netherlands and every now and then a similar boat to this (or even this model) would moor in our small marina and all the kids would go out to see it. They were quite special back in the day, especially as you could go onto the sea without too much hassle unlike our 'regular' motorboat stock.
Hi Nick, just my perfect layout, galley and dinette down, salon uncluttered and rear main cabin. Ideal for marina/offshore/river living 👍👍👍👌 Cheers DougT
She is fantastic for age. I wouldn't change a thing. So much as you said for your money. If had this kind of money, I would be biting their hands off to buy it. She perfect in size and comfort for myself and my wife. I need that lottery win tomorrow.. Thank you so much Nick for showing us around
Remember seeing these when I was a student at Portsmouth Polytechnic in the late 80's. I lived in a house owned by a lawyer who specialised in the legal transfer of boats and so forth, so we ended up tagging along a few times to the marinas.
In 1981 we chartered a Princess 32 from Hoseason's on the Caledonian Canal I can see a lot of that boat in this model, Hoseasons also had a boat called the Highland Admiral and that was very similar to this boat. An awesome holiday the weather was awful , but, good company and incredible scenery. Everyone should spend a night in a small boat on Loch Ness.
Hey Nick I think that I'm slightly jealous of this yacht because it seems to have aged much better than me lol This is a good way to get into owning a yacht without giving the bank manager too much of a coronary, the refit has brought this back to its former glory. Have a good one bud
I expected not to like this boat. I rarely do with the older ones, regardless of what has been done with them in recent years. But this one is quite nice!
That's what I like about old boats that are really time capsules. It's like going 35 years back in time. Houses are always adapted to the times, but boats are hardly ever modernized .
Amazing use of interior space. It somehow looks twice as big as modern boats of it's size. Maybe has less insulation and other things that make new ones more compact
Love these boats from the 80s! They were so over engineered compared to a lot of modern boats. I do think though that its only a lot of boat for the money if your hands on otherwise they can be a financial drain. I'm pretty much restoring a Fairline Phantom 32, but luckily doing it all myself otherwise it wouldn't make sence. Keep up the vids Nick as I always look forward to them.
I love your video, they are really clear and satisfying to watch. I would love to see a sunreef 80 tour if you ever have the chance to do it . Thanks for your work :)
Although obviously larger, but the overall general layout is similar to my 80 Trojan Tri cabin 36 aft cabin. People who come aboard are always amazed at the actual space below deck.
Very similar to our old Birchwood TS 39 layout wise.We could convert both saloon and dinette into double berths therefore sleeping 8.I honestly think the Birchwood was finished better
This would be the perfect yacht to start with. Not too expensive, but still everything you ever need and lots of room inside! Big enough for a vacation in the med.
@@nemisrepppet4236 A yacht is a sailing or power vessel used for pleasure, cruising, or racing. I am not sure what a yatch is. It is such fun to see an ignoramus 'correct' someone who is right.
Paid twice that for an rv rather have this need to get licensed for large craft first though. Not a newbie walking in unawares but I have more to learn
I thought these were one the nicest boats available when I was a teenager, the other one being a Moonraker 36. Things have certainly moved on since then. Thanks again Nick for another great tour.
The Moonraker was a great looking boat.
Moonraker was my Favourite even had a model I made out of Balsa wood.
@@AQUAHOLIC It was a great looking boat...looks small now, but still sharp design.
I had a Moonraker 350 flybridge for 8yrs and now own a P41 flybridge great boat tamd60b engines still does around 19 knots
Hi Nick, Now that is a intresting one this Princess 414 from 1987 and a boat with a real keel that we also not see anymore with Princess this boat cuts through the waves great I love the galley in the front with the dinette sleeps four with 2 heads great thank you Nick for this great show of a Classic nice refit
Well she’s 35 years old and aged better than I have!!!!! 😆 lovely boat with everything you could need! Great tour as always. Thanks Nick
Thanks for watching!
If only we could re fit ourselves!
Awesome. Takes me back to Guernsey, St Peter Port, inner marina in the 80's. Great boats, happy days 😃
It's always great fun to see a boat that is almost as old as I am! Thanks for the tour, Nick!
Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
You mean as young as you :p
What a blast from the past, my family had a 412-2 (1984) back in the day. Very different layout (no aft cabin) but also so similar in many ways!
Yes, very similar era and designer.
Absolutely Beautiful Yacht For 97.500 pounds. So Much Space. Vintage Boat . Perfect for people over 50s like Me. BIG THANKS NICK FOR MAKING THEM PERFECT VIDEOS. 👍👍👍👍🚤🚤😎😎
Our pleasure!
@@AQUAHOLIC AQUAHOLIC. Is Education about Yachts. BIG BIG THANKS NICK. You are The BEST. 👍👍👍👍👍 Evry Time.
That is a very well cared for boat for a late 1980s yacht. It has nice classic lines. I would not be surprised if someone with deep pockets replaces the engines, and all the other hidden technology in the boat to be up to 2022 or later standards while preserving the classic look as much as possible.
A lovely boat for the money! Historical even :-) Thanks Nick!
Great video Nick.
She may be an old lady, but she's still a nice boat with many hours left.
Thank you for showing us the old classics
Boy she had a great story to tell in all her character I really appreciate the effort to keep her going. She’s a fine lady waiting to be treated properly not trashed like some Florida party barge. She just really possesses a presence that speaks to me I’m in love
Great tour as normal and an interesting option. Dated looks, or classic looks, but with very nice updating throughout.
A lot of boat for your money!
Glad you enjoyed it!
considering the changes from then to now and how different yachts look it makes you wonder what they'll look like in the 2050s.......can't begin to imagine
battery operated and hull made off 3D printer. that's my guess lol
Nice little older boat, the refit is the perfect amount of upgrade and has extended the lifespan and future resale value. Great value and this could be a perfect buy for so many different types of boat shoppers ( a liveaboard for a single or couple, a weekender for a family, a day boat for a good sized group of friends or even a cruiser to go on a longer vacation with).
I had to look at the price a second time! Even though it is an older boat I still think it would be a great chance to get on the water, on a more than decent boat, I am quite fond! Thanks Nick.
It's nice to see how yachts have developed over time, This still looks great for it's age, love the seating area's below decks. Nice tour Nick thank you.
What a grand old lady. Would happily spend my whole summer on board her. Thanks again for a great tour.
Our pleasure!
Great little yacht! and yes it brings our younger memories back!
It says a lot that a roughly 35 year-old Princess still has a nearly £100k asking price. I think that goes to show you the quality with which these were built. Another great tour! Thanks!
THIS had a total refit recently as nick said hence the price.Others on net go from 40k lots of TLC needed to about 65k
It’s a testament to the build quality that with some refurbishment the vessel can be brought back to like new condition. The hulls were likely overbuilt as they did not have cad design systems that led to using much less material. However, there is no replacement for displacement! These project boats are very interesting to me Nick as something like this is all I can afford at the moment. Thank you for showing such a diverse mix.
Nice size original boat, character and very clean. Perfect for families, children in V berths. Fact it has two sitting areas with tables, so breathing space. Thank you Nick 👍👌
There's so much that could be changed to make it your own design. It would be fun to own this one. Thank you Nick.
I love vintage boats, some age like a fine wine.... They just have so much character
My word for an old boat that’s remarkably decent inside. I would have no issues staying aboard that. Really good refurb
This was my childhood boat, we had a 1984 example and kept it until 1992 where it was replaced by a Guy Couach 1601
Nice!
@@AQUAHOLIC her name was Tap O'Noth? Any knowledge on her?
@@andycalvia Afraid not.
a nice looking boat and proves yet again that Quality lasts. Thanks Nick for your nostalgic look around.
Less than 100k what a bargain for such a lovely boat. Thanks Nick
Yeah baby! That's what I'm talkin' about. Get some of those old yachts up here with prices that we can wrap our heads around. It would be cool to see some of the big yachts from the 80's and even older. 60ft plus. See how rich people rolled 30+ years ago and what they cost today. Love it.
I dont care what anyone says princess have the best interior layouts on the production side of the market full stop end of discussion! They build there boats around the saloon! They make sure first the saloon seating is large u shape and make the kitchen and dianette seating not to big so the saloon is big! And after all were do you spend all your time in the evening?? The saloon! I new this with there modern boats but this boat shows they have been doing it for decades! There is so much boat in this 40 odd footer! Princess simply the best! Ferritti second! Happy sailing all ⚓🛥and God bless you all 🙏❤
I love these layouts. It's like a cottage but on the water
Nick, It's Like you and I, an oldie but a goodie! Reminds me of my neighbors '72 48' Grand Banks when I went with them to cruise from North Miami to Ft, Lauderdale where his father was listing it with a broker,
Best video ever! Looks very much like my 1986 Princess 385 except I have no aft cabin but a guest cabin instead of the redundant dinette. OK, the exterior looks are a bit out of fashion but apart from that, I wouldn't want any more modern boat due to all overly complicated shit they put in modern engines and drives. Those old Volvos are very reliable and easy to maintain.
Aft cabin boats are a bit like cheating. Pay for a 40 foot berth and get a 50 foot interior. Quite a treat. And the "refresh" of this beauty simply removed the wrinkles and polished the brite work, making it look like a classic while feeling like new. Thanks, Nick.
I've always been on the fence with aft cabin boats - they give so much extra interior space but the exterior is just not quite as useable for outdoor living plus I find it puts you up above the water level too much. It would be so nice to have the larger cockpit that extends onto the swim platform (like a beach club) but then if you want a nice spacious owners cabin it means having to buy an extra 15-20ft of boat.
I love this boat. A little bit older, but after the refit, it’s in very good condition for the money.
Normally, a Princess becomes a Queen.
But sometimes, it´s better, when a Princess remains as a Princess.
Such a lovely one, even if she has some thirty plus years on her shoulders.
Thanks for this, compared to the others ones, quite uniqe tour, Nick.
Other than the transom,you wouldn't know it was 35yo.The refit was well done.I'm very happy to hear the engines are renewed also for the fee.I'd be able to live aboard and put 'The Loop' happily.Thank you Nick.Hello Marianne.
Beauty of a boat, in the 80's this was my dream vessel.
Now, that's what I call a boat! I know it's getting on a bit, but the quality shines through everywhere you look. I'd probably want to upgrade a few bits, (like those propellers), but very little. At 35 ish years old it's probably going to have an really thick hull for strength and I reckon a pair of fin-stabilisers wouldn't hurt. I'd be proud to own her. A great tour as always, thank you very much Mr Burnham sir
Very nice boat. An Aft cabin adds a lot of interior space 👍🏻
I would love to own that boat.
I liked that it had the same bollards that we have on our boat. A very good type of bollard hated by those who do not understand how to use them 😎
What a beautiful yacht and what a bargin! Brilliant first boat!
Am a bit late to the party watching this one. What a nice boat. Back in the 1970's my friends date had a boat with an aft cabin- cannot recall the make Niv
I love the layout on this boat. Reminds me of some Broom boats. Brilliant for extended holidays or even to live on.
Brilliant walk through as usual Nick.
Good live aboard boat , really like the aft cabin and plenty of "living" room space PLUS the aft deck area . Thanks Nick,
I think I saw that at the very first boat show I went too. I remember I wanted one. Thanks for the memories 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Absolutely staggering amount of interior space. You could've done an interior tour, told me that this was a 60ft boat, and I'd have believed you.
Love the layout on this one. Looks very homely.
Could see myself selling the house and living on it moored up at a marina.
Hmmmm.
A rather fabulous tour of this beauty.
This is a lovely boat for the money. Right from my childhood, I used to live in a harbour town in the Netherlands and every now and then a similar boat to this (or even this model) would moor in our small marina and all the kids would go out to see it. They were quite special back in the day, especially as you could go onto the sea without too much hassle unlike our 'regular' motorboat stock.
A wonderful history lesson! She’s certainly in good shape and will most likely make a wonderful starter for a new family of boaters. Thank you, Nick!
Nicely done , including engines refurbished and the price is right for a starter yacht
Thanks for the tour Nick
Thanks for watching!
Hi Nick, just my perfect layout, galley and dinette down, salon uncluttered and rear main cabin. Ideal for marina/offshore/river living 👍👍👍👌 Cheers DougT
Nice classic. It’s got everything I’d need. Sign me up
"Intriguing, isn't it?"
Masterful understatement of the year.
She is fantastic for age. I wouldn't change a thing. So much as you said for your money. If had this kind of money, I would be biting their hands off to buy it. She perfect in size and comfort for myself and my wife. I need that lottery win tomorrow.. Thank you so much Nick for showing us around
You're very welcome! 🙂
Classic boat, now about to take ownership of my first boat, similar age, following watching Aquaholic has got me out on the water. 👍🏻
Awesome, best of luck!
Remember seeing these when I was a student at Portsmouth Polytechnic in the late 80's. I lived in a house owned by a lawyer who specialised in the legal transfer of boats and so forth, so we ended up tagging along a few times to the marinas.
In 1981 we chartered a Princess 32 from Hoseason's on the Caledonian Canal I can see a lot of that boat in this model, Hoseasons also had a boat called the Highland Admiral and that was very similar to this boat. An awesome holiday the weather was awful , but, good company and incredible scenery. Everyone should spend a night in a small boat on Loch Ness.
Great tour as always man. Well done sir, you absolute legend
You're very kind! 🙂
@@AQUAHOLIC thank you sir. It's true.
Hey Nick I think that I'm slightly jealous of this yacht because it seems to have aged much better than me lol This is a good way to get into owning a yacht without giving the bank manager too much of a coronary, the refit has brought this back to its former glory. Have a good one bud
I love watching these lower priced ones because it feels like something I can afford. But love the 2 million plus one too.
2 million plus boat coming soon!
Thanks for the demo on how a sliding door works
You're very welcome, I hope you find it useful.
Great little boat. Very impressed with how roomy it is on the inside.👍
Real blast from the past.👍
Lots of reasonable comments here from viewers! The flybridge seating needs deep cleaning or renewal.
Very nice looking boat! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🛥🛥🛥🛥🛥🛥
I remember one of these mooring along side me in the late 80’s. We had a Birchwood 25 at the time.
It looked huge. They have aged well.
Be a nice live aboard. Thanks for bringing an affordable classic.
Our pleasure!
Wow, so much space inside.
like the rear cabin. and lots of space overall. good to see how far designs have come.
The height of sophistication back in the 80s but a worth well buy now as a starter.
Still a really nice boat, great for 2 couples over a few days, would really suit the Broads and inshore rivers.
Before I bougth my 03 P40, I had a 86 P35….beatiful Classic!
Great boats both!
Super tour Nick, like so many others I rather like these older boats and personally would be very very happy to own this beauty 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
I expected not to like this boat. I rarely do with the older ones, regardless of what has been done with them in recent years. But this one is quite nice!
That's what I like about old boats that are really time capsules. It's like going 35 years back in time. Houses are always adapted to the times, but boats are hardly ever modernized .
Amazing use of interior space. It somehow looks twice as big as modern boats of it's size. Maybe has less insulation and other things that make new ones more compact
Nice boat, got quite a bit of patina on it, adds to the charm. I would freshen it up a bit, but definitely a nice boat for a nice price.
Love these boats from the 80s! They were so over engineered compared to a lot of modern boats. I do think though that its only a lot of boat for the money if your hands on otherwise they can be a financial drain. I'm pretty much restoring a Fairline Phantom 32, but luckily doing it all myself otherwise it wouldn't make sence. Keep up the vids Nick as I always look forward to them.
Finally a boat I could realistically own. Nice video as always.
💫 I just love a classic project boat vid 👌
You looks stunning great Nick Sir..
Without question the best 40 footer I've seen even compared to new ones because of that cabine
I love your video, they are really clear and satisfying to watch. I would love to see a sunreef 80 tour if you ever have the chance to do it . Thanks for your work :)
To me this boat doesn't look old at all. An affordable way to get your own super yacht. Definitely something you could work towards saving up for.
Hi Nick. Good condition and well presented. Especially the flexiteak. Great starter flybridge boat. Cool tour thanks 😊
Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
The cabinetry has markedly improved craftsmanship on the newer boats.
Thank you for the tour Nick, awesome as usual! -Love tours in classics like this one ;) Keep up the good work!
nice boat! thanks for sharing! bit of nostalgia! 👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Although obviously larger, but the overall general layout is similar to my 80 Trojan Tri cabin 36 aft cabin. People who come aboard are always amazed at the actual space below deck.
Like the flexi teak for refits. Does a nice job without needing a mortgage to pay the fitters
Nice old boat 🛥🚤⛵️👍👍👍👍👍
A great choice for a retro-mod! My biggest take visually, is it's Angularity? 🤨😁 Super cool
Very similar to our old Birchwood TS 39 layout wise.We could convert both saloon and dinette into double berths therefore sleeping 8.I honestly think the Birchwood was finished better
Fantastic boats had an 83 loved her went everywhere in it
How things have moved on, they were good for their time, but how fantastic the modern boat is today.
Very practical looking house boat.
I would be concerned as usual for insulation in boats if the weather is anything other then perfect.
What a time capsule
this is super cool.
Classic princess quite literally