I'm also scheduled to check this Ericson 35 on 12/23, recommended to me because it was prepared in 2004/2006. That's a long time ago ... http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/boa/5917005411.html
Probably more than I can afford owning. Still good to check other boats.
Great guy Jason is! Really thankful for a test sail on his Olson 30. I think the boat is great; the sailor (me) is ignorant and incompetent, and realizing the uphill battle he's facing. I'm not sure the price is right for me but really don't have a point of reference besides what other owners are listing here: http://www.olson30.org/marketplace/
pogen says it's cheap ... is it? Total asking with gear is $30,905. Should I make an offer? He's got folks coming up from Ventura tomorrow to check the boat. I feel like with gear I want to offer $21,300. Maybe I'm being stupid ... and just can't see the opportunity. I know I historically tend to push prices down on used vehicles.
About the Scampi ... I spoke to the owner. Apparently it did the race in 1994:
YR SKIPPERS NAME YACHT NAME YACHT TYPE RATING TIME TIME COMMENT
1994 PETER MYRNER MELODY SCAMPI 30 186 14:18:44:08 10:05:12:08
I suspect a lot of work would be required on this boat. Electronics need to be replaced (fried), only VHF, no autopilot, not sure about emergency steering system, need new lifelines, need alternative energy sources ... I'm seeing the boat tomorrow morning.
Yep, the Scampi is old. Hasn't sailed in two years. I think it could have worked, except that:
1. The water in the bilge was salty. Could for many reasons but many would be costly to fix.
2. The shrouds' point of attachment seem to be damaged, pulling away. Pictures attached.
The "shrouds pulling away" appears to be a copper ground strap, nothing to do with the shroud , carries not load. Likely part of the boats grounding system Bill added for SSB and lightning arrest. It sure looks like copper to me from the photo. Unless you are referring to the hairline stress cracks at the deck joint. They would warrant some re tabbing just to play it safe.
A turn key boat, as David N suggests, has a lot going for it. All you need to do is sail out to SF buoy, tie the stern to the buoy, and set / douse kites for a day or two to find a groove.
Yes I was referring to the cracks and the bulging of the deck at the point of attachment of the shrouds. I'm concerned I'd lose a shroud in a blow and then the mast. You're right about the grounding part.