[C320-list] Buying a 1997 C320

[John Morrison]

I’m assuming you’re going to get it surveyed ? If not ensure U do!
Good luck
JohnM 
1999#574

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> On Aug 8, 2021, at 2:04 PM, John Meyers <jcmeyers7 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Kim,
> 
> We bought our 1997 #406 about 12 years ago. This boat has always been in
> the Great Lakes - no salt water.  We have not identified any major design
> or construction problems. We replaced the hot water heater and hoses a few
> years back when WE thought it was time and before the heater told us it was
> time. I am all for preventative maintenance and thinking that within a year
> we will replace all the hoses on the engine which has a little less than
> 1000 hours. No hose leaks now but I don't want any surprises.
> 
> We have no leaks to the bilge and it is normally bone dry after the shaft
> packing decides to close up a few weeks after splash.
> 
> Standing rigging is still the original unless the PO changed it. We have it
> checked by a rigger every couple years and all looks good.
> 
> We have a few minor mystery leaks on the windows.
> 
> We love the boat. But it takes maintenance.
> 
> If you have any questions please let me know.
> 
> John Meyers
> Wind Chime 1997 #406
> Muskegon, MI
> 
>> On Sun, Aug 8, 2021 at 12:34 PM Kim Chapman <kim.chapman at sympatico.ca>
>> wrote:
>> 
>>   Hi there, I am seriously looking at buying a 1997 C320. I think the
>>   hull number is 416...could be wrong.
>> 
>>   I currently own a C400 which is used in the winter for cruising the
>>   Bahamas and stored in Florida through the summer and fall.
>> 
>>   Wondering if there are any common issues that I should be aware of
>>   before handing over the cash for this little beautie ?
>> 
>>   Thanks !
>> 
>>   Kim Chapman
>>   C400 #249
>>   Quiescence
>> 
>>   Potential owner of:
>>   C320 #416
>>   No Pressure
>>   Lies in Toronto
>>