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Follow Your Gut Feeling – Albin Cirrus: Part 1 – Brother ACTUALLY Buys a Used Boat
25 de mayo de 2023 · 14 min · 4K visitas · Nesbru
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A buyer evaluates a used Albin Cirrus, a 1979 performance-oriented cruiser, priced at 19,000 NOK.0:03 The vessel features a fractional rig without running backstays and includes a roller furling headsail, which simplifies single-handed sailing.9:44 Inspection of the hull reveals a solid keel-to-hull transition and no signs of structural damage around the chainplates or cockpit.6:44 The interior shows expected wear on cushions and vinyl trim, though the layout remains functional.13:28 Mechanical concerns center on the Volvo Penta MD engine, which requires a new ignition switch and a seal replacement in the saildrive, where saltwater intrusion is suspected.1:04 The boat is stored on land in Nesbru, Norway, and the owner has performed proper winterization.5:32 The purchase strategy relies on the low entry price to offset potential repair costs, with the intent to perform cosmetic upgrades and mechanical maintenance locally.4:38 The buyer plans to restore the vessel to sailing condition through incremental repairs rather than a major refit.14:29
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