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A solo sailor operating a 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 details the process of purchasing, surveying, and refitting the vessel after finding it in a neglected state in Corpus Christi.2:08 The owner negotiated a price of $89,000 and secured a $5,000 credit to replace the keel bolts, which appeared corroded despite a surveyor’s assessment that they remained structurally sound.9:13 The refit involved a nine-month project to address items identified in a survey by Mike Firestone, including electrical system upgrades and general maintenance.9:27 The boat features electric winches, a bow thruster, and a 117% jib, which the owner manages single-handed by timing manoeuvres to clear the radar mounted on a gimbal.5:29 The owner emphasises the importance of maintaining detailed records of receipts and repairs to preserve resale value, noting the use of the Vessel Book app for tracking maintenance.9:59 The owner plans to transition to a catamaran for future cruising in the islands within three to five years.10:35

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