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THE REALITY of buying a HURRICANE DAMAGED BOAT 👀 - (Episode 253)

24 marzo 2024 · 27 min · 351K visualizzazioni · Tortola

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Buying a hurricane-damaged boat requires significant technical expertise, a high tolerance for long-term repair projects, and a strong local support network. After Hurricane Irma struck the British Virgin Islands in 2017, many vessels were declared constructive total losses and abandoned in Parakeeta Bay.2:29 Surveying these boats is difficult because insurance and charter companies often lack records or time to assist potential buyers.5:05 Successful restoration typically involves months of labor-intensive fiberglass, gel coat, and structural work, often performed while the vessel remains in the water to avoid high shipyard costs.12:34 Networking with local salvage operators and marine professionals is essential for sourcing parts and obtaining technical supervision.9:58 While purchasing a damaged catamaran at a fraction of its market value can be financially viable, many projects are abandoned when owners underestimate the scope of repairs or the complexity of structural issues like bulkhead failure.7:19 Thoroughly investigating a vessel's damage history remains critical, as some boats suffer irreparable water damage or structural compromise that renders them unsafe regardless of cosmetic repairs.25:54

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