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Interested in purchasing either of these in good shape. C 90 newer than 2012 and NP 36 2007 or newer.
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Aspen C 90 and North Pacific 36
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GH41
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Yachworld is your friend. Just curious.... Those boats are soo different. Do you have a different mission planned based on the one you get or will either of them serve the same purpose?
Captain T
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No, same cruising in Northwest. Have driven several NP 36's and they are nice boats with most of the amenities I've been used to. The Aspen C90 is something I've always liked and thought this is my chance to own one. I'm in the process of selling my 43' trawler and want a boat I can now single hand - especially solo in winds. Now that I'm alone (recently widowed) I can do whatever I want - I have all the votes!!
So yeah, I like both comfort and performance but only have maybe $200 k available so understand there will be compromise. Have been a sailor and slow trawler owner for over 40 years so speed is not a consideration.
So yeah, I like both comfort and performance but only have maybe $200 k available so understand there will be compromise. Have been a sailor and slow trawler owner for over 40 years so speed is not a consideration.
GH41
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This C90 checks a lot of boxes, is in your neighborhood and price range. The listing suggest is has a trailer. The most attractive aspect of those boats is the ability to trailer them. Buying from the factory brokerage may have other advantages. Maybe a CPO program like the car guys do. https://www.yachtworld.com/boats/2012/aspen-c90-3578945/
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I actually looked at that boat last week as well as a much used one in Seattle. This boat shows well but it has one major drawback for me that I have to resolve in my mind. To service/check engine fluids you need to break down the dining table and pull it out. Broker and I did it but it was a two person job! No stranger to boat modifications, this is one that would certainly have to be done. One more to look at Monday but it'll likely have the same setup so I'm not quite ready to pull the trigger. Besides, my boat is still three weeks away from having repairs done and the survey completed.
GH41
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That is the price you pay when you try to put 5 pounds of potatoes in a 2 pound sack. I am going through the same thing. The Grand Banks Europa I can afford requires crawling around on hands and knees in the engine room. The Kadey Krogen I cannot afford has a walk in engine room. Pick your poison.
nwboater
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Have you looked at the 34’ Nordic and American tugs? ER is located below pilothouse. With hatches removed you have easy access and can stand up to stretch or reach tools, etc. Both of these boats will achieve better than displacement speed and for same money as the Aspen or NP. I’m also looking at newer OB cruisers like the Cutwater 28 and Ranger Tug 27 without flybridge. Good luck!
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