What can I get for 10k

[GlenBlk]

Is it possible to get a 30 to 40 foot narrowboat that does not need major welding for around 10k ?

I would also like to know if a boat has been overplated how much more life would this give the boat?

thanks.

[Captain Fizz]

Not that will not require a substantial amount of work either hull or interior

[GlenBlk]

I dont mind interior work but just wondering if at 10k the hull would be a mess.

[Southern Star]

Here's one for £9.900, don't know what issues it might have but it looks to be afloat in the photo.

 

http://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/advert.phtml?id=326432

[John Williamson 1955]

I'd suggest you find a boat you like the look of and invest in the cost of a hull survey, using the results to work out an equitable price. The surveyor will have a good idea of what any particular boat is worth. That's what I did....

 

The value of a well plated 35 foot Springer seems to be about £10K to £11K, depending on the interior condition. If she needs plating, it's also possible she'll need rebottoming, which is rather more expensive. If you look at the ads on Apolloduck or auctions on eBay, you'll get a good idea of what's selling and for how much.

 

Bye!

 

John.

[joflet]

Here's one for £9.900, don't know what issues it might have but it looks to be afloat in the photo.

 

http://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/advert.phtml?id=326432

I've seen this one from the outside and had a nosy through the windows - looks to be basically a floating project with a bit of a kitchen & a woodburner; lots and lots and lots of work needed inside plus maybe replacement windows but according to the advert seems otherwise worth a look. Might be tempted myself...

Edited September 15, 2013 by joflet

[RLWP]

I'd suggest you find a boat you like the look of and invest in the cost of a hull survey, using the results to work out an equitable price. The surveyor will have a good idea of what any particular boat is worth. That's what I did....

 

The value of a well plated 35 foot Springer seems to be about £10K to £11K, depending on the interior condition. If she needs plating, it's also possible she'll need rebottoming, which is rather more expensive. If you look at the ads on Apolloduck or auctions on eBay, you'll get a good idea of what's selling and for how much.

 

Bye!

 

John.

 

Now, I'm not an expert on Springers, however I would expect a plated one to have had the vee bottom and sides done.

 

Richard

[JDR]

I have come across some great GRP cruisers in VGC with inboard diesels for £7-10k but in steel I would suggest you are looking at the dregs of the market.

[Peter Reed]

A few options here

http://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/listings.phtml?view=1&layout=1&cid=73&fx=GBP&minv=Minimum&maxv=10

Sorry I cannot get the link to work.

Edited September 15, 2013 by Peter Reed

[GlenBlk]

Thanks for the help so far.

What do people think of this boat http://greathaywoodboatsales.co.uk/boat/filterBoats/price/0-20000 2nd one down called Wellington?

Perhaps spending a little more would get something better?

 

Now, I'm not an expert on Springers, however I would expect a plated one to have had the vee bottom and sides done.

 

Richard

Once they have been plated does that mean they are good again or can they still be structurally weak still?

[PaddingtonBear]

That little springer does not LOOK half bad although it is very small, monster engine for such a small boat though, perhaps the value is in the engine?. Bid them £7500 and GET A HULL SURVEY. It always though depends whay you are going to use it for.

[Chalky]

I'd second the hull survey. My brother-in-law bought a cheap springer without getting a survey... (yes I did tell him to get one first). In the last 18 months he's has to pay over £1500 for an emergency crane out, £5k for a major re-plate and had the stress of wondering if it would still be afloat in the morning, how he-s going to pay for it etc.

[Paul C]

This thread http://www.canalworld.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=59715 would be a relevant story to remind the OP of.

[Arthur Brown]

If you see a steel boat with a sound hull and engine that you like, get it surveyed and make a realistic estimate of the time and cost of refitting.

 

You should see several diesel GRP boats that have fewer issues for the same money. -Maybe even ready to use.

[Sir Nibble]

"What can I get for 10k"

About 3000 pints of ale!

[RLWP]

"What can I get for 10k"

About 3000 pints of ale!

 

4000 at a BCNS do

 

Richard

[Jim Riley]

I fancy a Highbridge crusader 32 ft, a bigger better version of my dawncraft 22 grp cruiser. Seen very decent stuff around 10k. One day.....

[Naughty Cal]

Your £10k should get you a very nice cruiser in turn key condition.

 

Nice cruiser or knackered narrowboat its a no brainer to me.

[Neil2]

I've been trawling round the market for most of this summer and the answer to your question is most definitely yes. For ten grand you could find a 30 footer that has probably been overplated recently, or there are examples around that need overplating that are virtually worthless. I know of a 50 foot boat that has just sold for under £4,000. It needs the hull plating, but even so that is a cheap boat.

 

The folks at Great Haywood must be sick of the sight of that little Springer by now so I reckon the first person that comes along with some ready cash will get a bargain. But there are loads of these boats around so I would have a good look first.

 

Have a look at this http://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/feature.phtml?id=269217

[Athy]

I have seen that one advertised - it looks a very tidy craft, good engine too. But it has been on sale for quite some time (or seems to have been) so that price will likely be flexible.

[mark99]

I have seen that one advertised - it looks a very tidy craft, good engine too. But it has been on sale for quite some time (or seems to have been) so that price will likely be flexible.

Have you sold your tidy little one Athy?

[GlenBlk]

Thanks for the replies and sorry for the confusion I meant the boat under the springer called Wellington not the springer.

[mrsmelly]

Is it possible to get a 30 to 40 foot narrowboat that does not need major welding for around 10k ?

I would also like to know if a boat has been overplated how much more life would this give the boat?

thanks.

Put simply YES. In the boatyard I moor there is for sale a 40 ish footer for 6 k, I saw it in the dock and it looks solid and has just been blacked, a great shape too. I have no idea of wether the engine is good but I know it needs some work inside. I will ask if you want?

 

Tim

[Donald Gilchrist]

Have a look at as meany boats as you can and not just the ones up to your price, add 5k to the list. You havent said how good you are at diy, as this can make a lot of difference. If you are good at diy then go for the best hull you can get. if you are not then you learn quike or you are screwed.

[GlenBlk]

Have a look at as meany boats as you can and not just the ones up to your price, add 5k to the list. You havent said how good you are at diy, as this can make a lot of difference. If you are good at diy then go for the best hull you can get. if you are not then you learn quike or you are screwed.

I am ok with diy and able to pick up new skills pretty well.

I'm not a welder though!