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Some surveys are a very valuable source of information for anyone who wants to buy a second-hand boat or who is lucky enough to already have one.

Here we want to share the most interesting experiences.

Is she fit for an extended navigation?

A boat with a lot of charm that has been used as a liveaboard by the previous owner. The client had inherited the vessel, had not much experience with sailing boats and wished to have the boat delivered to the south of France. The question was: is the vessel fit for such a long trip?
Boat model: Wauquiez Hood 38.
Material: Fiberglass
Client location: France.
Boat location: Lagos, Portugal.

The importance of an inspection out of the water

A pre-purchase survey for an Italian client. A boat from 2001, sole owner, well maintained but with some damage. When lifting the boat out of the water, obvious signs of grounding were evident.
Boat model: Northwind 43
Material: Fiberglass
Client location: Italy
Boat location: Alicante, Spain

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