David Mack 1570 Report post #1 Posted October 17, 2020 Only £55,000 this time. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/45ft-cruiser-stern-narrowboat-duch-barge-canal-rive-narrow-boat-liveaboard/124387570426 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray T 1182 Report post #2 Posted October 17, 2020 What is an “aerodynamic crutch?” 12th line down in description. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheBiscuits 3768 Report post #3 Posted October 17, 2020 5 minutes ago, Ray T said: What is an “aerodynamic crutch?” 12th line down in description. I'm guessing it's the pram hood. It's not aerodynamic and it's not a cratch cover, but it's the only thing that makes any sense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dmr 1364 Report post #4 Posted October 17, 2020 Its really ood to know that there is only one boat in the world to this design, I am tempted, the crapper designed by Telford swings it for me. The advert is once again in broken english, just like those from ages ok, do they keep selling this boat and then get it back under some sort of waranty claim and need to sell it again? ...............Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zenataomm 1379 Report post #5 Posted October 17, 2020 Personally I prefer my aircraft crutches to be aerodynamic and my boat crutches to be hydrodynamic. I suspect the description is meant to refer to the "caught in the lock gates front end" as that is where most people with crutches store them. Especially if they have a cratch .... 'ere hang on a minute, do you think? Although they claim the crutch at the back is designed to clear any bridge on the system I can think of six it won't without including any tunnels. Wasn't this originally approaching £100K? I see we're still claiming it's eco-friendly-able. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hudds Lad 449 Report post #6 Posted October 17, 2020 its worrying that in the current climate some rose tinted spec wearing dreamer looking for a “staycation” will buy it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jen-in-Wellies 1591 Report post #7 Posted October 18, 2020 Is it a better, or worse buy than Whitefield? 😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dharl 76 Report post #8 Posted October 18, 2020 6 hours ago, Hudds Lad said: its worrying that in the current climate some rose tinted spec wearing dreamer looking for a “staycation” will buy it But don’t worry as it’s “brand new” apparently no need for a survey......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob-M 725 Report post #9 Posted October 18, 2020 I think that is a scam as I'm sure it is for sale with GHBS at over £100k. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mark99 2015 Report post #10 Posted October 18, 2020 Aka SS Gatelifter. Gunnels look narrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NB Esk 362 Report post #11 Posted October 18, 2020 9 hours ago, Ray T said: What is an “aerodynamic crutch?” 12th line down in description. Chinese for “clutch takes off easily”. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davem399 52 Report post #12 Posted October 18, 2020 Is a Telford toilet better than a Brindley bog? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickent 409 Report post #13 Posted October 18, 2020 I saw this in the flesh in July and believe me it is ugly, the huge outboard hanging off the back is ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bod 124 Report post #14 Posted October 18, 2020 I've asked for interior photos, and location, so I can see it before bidding. Should I be holding my breath? Bod Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Pegg 1028 Report post #15 Posted October 18, 2020 4 minutes ago, Bod said: I've asked for interior photos, and location, so I can see it before bidding. Should I be holding my breath? Bod No. There’s no secret about the location, it’s at Tyseley on the GU, and I think interior photos have been posted on previous adverts. I don’t see this advert as a scam, the boat itself is a con though. It’s a standard shell with bits added, and other essential bits removed. JP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkeyhanger 38 Report post #16 Posted October 18, 2020 Interesting that there appears to be a stove of some sort under the "crutch cover" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephenA 111 Report post #17 Posted October 18, 2020 Quote designed as a dutch barge But built as something quite quite different..... 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mark99 2015 Report post #18 Posted October 18, 2020 The paint job makes it look the the actual boat is blushing. Can't think why. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty40s 4023 Report post #19 Posted October 18, 2020 There Is only one boat in the world in this design. canna unnserstand why? 2015 build but no survey needed as new boat.!! BSS runs out 2021, so was complete by 2017. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graham Davis 1271 Report post #20 Posted October 18, 2020 45 Ft unique luxury narrow boat, designed as a dutch barge. Never seen a Dutch barge that looks like that! Built by Premiere Boat Builders in 2015. Premiere?? There Is only one boat in the world in this design. Thankfully!! Please note the price is already discounted and is like a Christmas Present for the buyer. Really??? Has been built with high quality steel 12/10/8/4 Well I suppose that's one good thing about it. Boat has been designed as an electric Eco boat powered by solar panels and supported by outboard diesel engine for the winter time. Can't see any solar panels!! Inside: two fridges, washer machine, cooker with oven and grill, wood burner stove, sofa bed, one double bed, Jacuzzi bath, cassette Telford toilet. And a diesel outboard is going to power all that?? The front and back doors have been designed to bring full size domestic equipment. OK The front of the boat has been designed to easily cut water and save money for fuel. And lift lock gates out of their sockets and smash other boat windows if you get too close. and back has been designed for maximum capacity, covered by aerodynamic crutch. Yeah, right!! The headroom is for a very tall person nearly 7 ft , and is designed to pass all lowest bridges in all of the UK. Are there many 7' tall people? Boat safety valid till September 2021 Hmm? Hull survey is not needed for the new build boat, but I have a survey. And your survey is worthless sunshine!! Genuine customers only, please. Ha Ha! No time wasters. Here's a good idea; you don't waste our time and we won't waste yours. I wonder when that "lady" will be back to tell us all off? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StephenA 111 Report post #21 Posted October 18, 2020 I hadn't noticed that the toilet was apparently designed by thomas telford. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty40s 4023 Report post #22 Posted October 18, 2020 8 minutes ago, StephenA said: I hadn't noticed that the toilet was apparently designed by thomas telford. More likely to.be KeepingUps Telford the dog. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Athy 901 Report post #23 Posted October 18, 2020 8 minutes ago, StephenA said: I hadn't noticed that the toilet was apparently designed by thomas telford. It was based on the Brindley toilet, but had fewer bends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete.i 308 Report post #24 Posted October 18, 2020 I cannot see why any of you think it's any uglier than every other narrow or wide beam boat on the system ESPECIALLY those with all the junk in the world stored on top. The only difference is the extra high bow which I will admit doesn't do it any favours but that is easily removed. All narrow boats are just a box on a hull. Absolutely nothing about any of them that is particulary pretty or out of the ordinary. They are designed to travel on narrow waterways and the term "sewer tube" is appropriately apt for ALL narrowboat style boats. Now this IS a pretty boat................. and no it isn't mine, unfortunately. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty40s 4023 Report post #25 Posted October 18, 2020 No, its modern, streamlined, looks fast, but NOT pretty. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
