We're headed to PC!
07 08 2009 Posted by Lauren
I cannot believe that it is August already! The past several months have flown by, filled with constant learning and new experiences. It was several weeks ago when Daniel and I were last in Florida. We had originally gone down to Carrabelle, FL to complete a deal on a 41’ Formosa Ketch Sea Tiger. Our purchase was of course contingent on the survey, and unfortunately, the survey revealed some things to Daniel and I that we are not prepared to deal with, at least not this early in our boating lives. With great disappointment, Daniel and I decided to turn a less than ideal situation into an opportunity for experience and boat education.
We drove to Panama City, about two hours west along the Gulf and met with a broker from PC Yachts. David, the broker, was and has continued to be more than helpful providing Daniel and I with some honest advice about the boat buying process. First, he took us to see a 39’ Catalina. She was in pretty good shape with lots of desirable features: shower already installed, roomy salon, lots of head room, large cockpit, nice kitchen… But, she didn’t feel like home. We valued the visit, however, because every boat Daniel and I can see is another boat we have a chance to practice inspecting. Appreciative, though not overjoyed, Daniel and I were taken to see a 36’ Allied Princess. Driving over the bridge, we saw her, majestically distinctive in the slip. As Daniel and I stepped on board with a scrutinizing eye, we again felt excitement filling our hearts. “Princess” the Allied Princess, is simply beautiful. Her layout is roomy, especially for a 36’ boat. She has been meticulously taken care of, really only in need of some cosmetic paint, etc. Daniel, as an electrical engineer, was particularly impressed with the electronic wiring. This is a huge complement to the boat owner. Daniel knows his stuff!
Today, Daniel and I are driving down to Panama City to have “Princess” surveyed. We have a contract on her, and our fingers are crossed that we will have a positive review from the surveyor. We are very hopeful that this weekend will confirm what he and I both believe— “Princess” is our boat. Keep us in your thoughts this weekend. I expect that I will have some news to report soon!
Much love,
Lauren and Daniel
Categories : Boat SearchWe drove to Panama City, about two hours west along the Gulf and met with a broker from PC Yachts. David, the broker, was and has continued to be more than helpful providing Daniel and I with some honest advice about the boat buying process. First, he took us to see a 39’ Catalina. She was in pretty good shape with lots of desirable features: shower already installed, roomy salon, lots of head room, large cockpit, nice kitchen… But, she didn’t feel like home. We valued the visit, however, because every boat Daniel and I can see is another boat we have a chance to practice inspecting. Appreciative, though not overjoyed, Daniel and I were taken to see a 36’ Allied Princess. Driving over the bridge, we saw her, majestically distinctive in the slip. As Daniel and I stepped on board with a scrutinizing eye, we again felt excitement filling our hearts. “Princess” the Allied Princess, is simply beautiful. Her layout is roomy, especially for a 36’ boat. She has been meticulously taken care of, really only in need of some cosmetic paint, etc. Daniel, as an electrical engineer, was particularly impressed with the electronic wiring. This is a huge complement to the boat owner. Daniel knows his stuff!
Today, Daniel and I are driving down to Panama City to have “Princess” surveyed. We have a contract on her, and our fingers are crossed that we will have a positive review from the surveyor. We are very hopeful that this weekend will confirm what he and I both believe— “Princess” is our boat. Keep us in your thoughts this weekend. I expect that I will have some news to report soon!
Much love,
Lauren and Daniel
