She looks of similar vintage to my CO32. Your jobs list is longer than mine, but I'm very much looking forward to being able to come along for the ride with you George - I have a feeling these videos will be invaluable for me! Thanks so much for sharing.
A fair amount of work with the added bonus of some still to discover how bad jobs. No doubt that's the norm on boats of such age but having seen a few you are sure to be confident she will come up to muster as you said it's all possible with a positive mindset, oh and a little elbow grease. It's going to be very interesting to watch, good luck.
Good info on those short comings from the factory. I like these boats but they're bit small for a 32, and more racer cruiser than I want. I look forward to seeing some referb videos.
The shortcomings on a co32 from the factory are generally few and far between and they were, back in the 70’s, better built boats than a lot of the competition at the time. That’s still true today, the new boats built in the JR yard are beautifully put together.
I really love the Defour classic sailboats .. hopefully you will be able to refit or work on one so that I can get more information about them.. it seems that they're really well built boats.. the Contessa boats have definitely proven that they're strong boats
I have not done a great deal of work on Dufour boats but well aware of the Dufour Arpege which was well ahead of its time when it was designed back in the 60’s.
Great videos, been binge watching. Is there a possibility of giving us an idea of costing etc, maybe at the end. Keen to know how much a boat like this in this condition might cost and also cost of refit? TIA
A HF radio needs a good ground and this is normally achieved with a grounding plate which has a large surface area in contact with the water due to its construction, this is different to an anode that is just a solid lump of metal (normally zink) so it would not really work as a HF radio grounding plate.
Many buy a boat in need or refurbishment because it gives them the opportunity to make the boat their own and have it refitted to their requirements rather than buying a more expensive but better condition boat where they will still be things that need doing but an owner may be reluctant to swap out 5 year old instruments for example even though he or she may want a different system. This project allows the owner to pick and choose exactly what deck dear, electronics and many other things he wants. Also, if the boat was the right price to start with then there is a great pleasure in doing a project like this. This was genuinely a good buy for the price as it’s not an abused boat and it’s not a boat that’s been messed-with by many ham-fisted diyers which is often the case in my experience.
1975 I think, need to check again with the owner. Spoiler alert - the hull has been painted so it’s not original gel coat but that means the hull number (which includes its year built) is partially obscured by paint.
I'm curious / concerned about the hull blistering... if it already got an epoxy coat and its bubbling though again ... My noobie instinct would be to go full in and shave it all & glass it.
I have done the vast majority of the works, some things like upholstery and rigging are carried out by specialist subcontractors/partners. The owner has done some bits to help so has got his hands dirty on occasion.
Would you mind sharing the approximate price the owners paid for this CO32? I'm offered to buy one in about the same shape as this one for around 11k GBP, but that seems a bit high...
Sorry, it’s not my place to pass on private information like that but “project” co32’s range in value from 8-18k gbp depending on what their actual state is (usable in the water or ashore and needed work just to get afloat). Ultimately each boat is going to have a mix of good and bad so you need to judge each boat you look at individually and work out what it is worth to you based on your budget, skills and time available to do a refit.
I have agreed with the owner that it would be best to not talk about the costs of his refit but if you have a particular job in mind you are welcome to contact me by email.
I really enjoyed most of your video, and I think your work is great, but unfortunately the high pitched ding that was peppered through it, to encourage me to subscribe made it too hard to watch and I had to switch off...
Excellent videos George. Super workmanship and skill. You are a great tutor on how to do the repairs.
Thanks ☺️
She looks of similar vintage to my CO32. Your jobs list is longer than mine, but I'm very much looking forward to being able to come along for the ride with you George - I have a feeling these videos will be invaluable for me! Thanks so much for sharing.
Another great video George. Looking forward to the refit series.
Great walk around looking forward to more. Great descriptions really informative thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it, more to come!
Nice -- the Contessa 32 is pretty sweet.
Looking forward to this project series of vids.
A fair amount of work with the added bonus of some still to discover how bad jobs. No doubt that's the norm on boats of such age but having seen a few you are sure to be confident she will come up to muster as you said it's all possible with a positive mindset, oh and a little elbow grease. It's going to be very interesting to watch, good luck.
There are always a few extra hidden jobs once you dig into a refit but hopefully nothing too major.
Good info on those short comings from the factory. I like these boats but they're bit small for a 32, and more racer cruiser than I want. I look forward to seeing some referb videos.
The shortcomings on a co32 from the factory are generally few and far between and they were, back in the 70’s, better built boats than a lot of the competition at the time. That’s still true today, the new boats built in the JR yard are beautifully put together.
Clearly we have a very well to do owner.
I really love the Defour classic sailboats .. hopefully you will be able to refit or work on one so that I can get more information about them.. it seems that they're really well built boats.. the Contessa boats have definitely proven that they're strong boats
I have not done a great deal of work on Dufour boats but well aware of the Dufour Arpege which was well ahead of its time when it was designed back in the 60’s.
Great videos, been binge watching. Is there a possibility of giving us an idea of costing etc, maybe at the end. Keen to know how much a boat like this in this condition might cost and also cost of refit?
TIA
The big anode could be due to a HF radio installed on board at some point.
A HF radio needs a good ground and this is normally achieved with a grounding plate which has a large surface area in contact with the water due to its construction, this is different to an anode that is just a solid lump of metal (normally zink) so it would not really work as a HF radio grounding plate.
Why would anybody by a boat that wants so much work, not complaining, looking forward to seeing the work
Many buy a boat in need or refurbishment because it gives them the opportunity to make the boat their own and have it refitted to their requirements rather than buying a more expensive but better condition boat where they will still be things that need doing but an owner may be reluctant to swap out 5 year old instruments for example even though he or she may want a different system. This project allows the owner to pick and choose exactly what deck dear, electronics and many other things he wants. Also, if the boat was the right price to start with then there is a great pleasure in doing a project like this. This was genuinely a good buy for the price as it’s not an abused boat and it’s not a boat that’s been messed-with by many ham-fisted diyers which is often the case in my experience.
I look forward to seeing how she cleans up! What year is that boat - 1971?
1975 I think, need to check again with the owner. Spoiler alert - the hull has been painted so it’s not original gel coat but that means the hull number (which includes its year built) is partially obscured by paint.
I'm curious / concerned about the hull blistering... if it already got an epoxy coat and its bubbling though again ... My noobie instinct would be to go full in and shave it all & glass it.
Your instinct is petty good, keep watching the series!
Looks like an excellent project boat. Has the owner subcontracted all the works to you or do they intend to do some of the works themselves?
I have done the vast majority of the works, some things like upholstery and rigging are carried out by specialist subcontractors/partners. The owner has done some bits to help so has got his hands dirty on occasion.
Would you mind sharing the approximate price the owners paid for this CO32? I'm offered to buy one in about the same shape as this one for around 11k GBP, but that seems a bit high...
Sorry, it’s not my place to pass on private information like that but “project” co32’s range in value from 8-18k gbp depending on what their actual state is (usable in the water or ashore and needed work just to get afloat). Ultimately each boat is going to have a mix of good and bad so you need to judge each boat you look at individually and work out what it is worth to you based on your budget, skills and time available to do a refit.
Great video. If you can, please coment about the costs of such a huge reform. Rgds from Brazil.
I have agreed with the owner that it would be best to not talk about the costs of his refit but if you have a particular job in mind you are welcome to contact me by email.
When done, is it worth the cost of refit?
What do you need zinks on a plastic boat
I need a new switch panel for my Sadler 26, could I buy that one if it's not needed?
Maybe, I can pass the funds onto the owner. I have lots to do before I get to the electrics though.
Are you looking for a noobie apprentice? I’m not a wipper snapper but enthusiastic and keen to learn
Was gonna buy a nicholson 32, same colour but was just sold they said, 3weeks later i got another 1 from 1965, even better .
I really enjoyed most of your video, and I think your work is great, but unfortunately the high pitched ding that was peppered through it, to encourage me to subscribe made it too hard to watch and I had to switch off...
Thanks for the comment, I stopped the ding on more recent video’s so no worries there. Thanks for the feedback
I hate plastic boats
watching w intrest, comment to help utube profile
How much was it