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The Real Cost of Boat Refit and Living Aboard. | Wildlings Sailing
21 January 2022 · 17 min · 63K views
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Refitting a 50-year-old catamaran requires significant investment in both time and capital, totaling approximately 6,636 euros for the first year of work, excluding the initial 13,000-euro purchase price.14:07 Major expenditures include 820 euros for engine repairs—covering injector nozzles, a water pump, and thermostats—and 2,180 euros for marina fees.1:42 Structural improvements focused on the skegs and rudders, completed with professional guidance for 120 euros in materials.1:03 Interior upgrades, including a cork floor and seating foam, cost 930 euros, while plumbing and toilet system maintenance required 130 euros.4:59 The crew also replaced standing rigging for 256 euros and installed a new fuel tank for 200 euros.9:36 Reliance on donated tools, Amazon wishlist contributions, and salvaged materials significantly reduced overhead costs.0:53 While the vessel’s current market value remains below the total investment due to ongoing engine and interior projects, the owners anticipate the boat’s value will appreciate as the refit progresses.15:42
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