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Does anyone know this camper Nicholsons 50

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  1. Danvilletim, Jul 21, 2020
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  2. HTMO9, Jul 22, 2020
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    We bought a Camper & Nicholson Endevour 42 open with twin VP IPS 600 factory new in the UK in 2010. The boat was indeed built in Italy at the Lago di Garda, to our knowledge in the Riva Yard. The boat was also available at that time with 6-Cyl. Yanmars and shaft and wheel.

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    The 12 metric ton boat was bought by us as a commuter and to be used in the Hamburg harbour and on the Elbe river. A great boat with sparkling performance (32 Kts cruise / 36 Kts WOT. Superp overall quality and top quality equipment. Extraordinary external and internal wood work. It was used for 5 years in this area and for that purpose by the whole family. It is now (after a complete refit) stationed on my shadow in underdeck storage as an onboard tender. Still working flawless and far too good for northern waters and weather.

    I have seen and been on board the 50 pilothouse during a Palma Boat show. Same quality and perfect styling. The boat was offered with bigger VP IPS or MAN / Cat with shafts. The boat on Yachtworld looks like being in great shape. Only a Hinkley could beat that yacht. It is definately worth a survey and a sea trial.

    I have no idea wheather the production line is still open. Never heard of them again.
  3. Danvilletim, Jul 22, 2020
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    Thanks HTM. Good to hear you have had positive experiences. The 50 looks great but it is on the small side. Your 42 has 3x the outdoor seating.
  4. 993RSR, Jul 23, 2020
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    2013 54' express cruiser for $650,000. is very cheap. 2006 Eastbay 49's sell for $650.
    The large engine room vents in the hull sides are concerning. Hope they have a de mister on the inside.
    14'7" is narrow but I guess that is how they get all that speed with small power.
  5. Danvilletim, Jul 23, 2020
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    It’s a narrow boat and the space inside shows it. Needs some varnish and caulking but doesn’t look too bad. More worried if it’s big enough to spend a week in Bahamas or is this really just a day boat or a boat where u go marina to marina. Not much of a galley.

    The thing is beautiful in person. Great lines. Perhaps achieved w no rub rail or hand rails. And I’m fine w that. Not looking for practical.
  6. Capt Ralph, Jul 24, 2020
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    Man, that is a lot of wood to keep up.
    In Florida you can hear the sizzle in the sun by 1100.
  7. PacBlue, Jul 24, 2020
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    Now that’s speaking the truth!
  8. bayoubud, Jul 25, 2020
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    That's what I'm thinking! Nice looking rig though.
  9. Capt J, Jul 25, 2020
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    It sure as hell isn't practical!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    You'd need a full time experienced mate on that thing, just to keep the woodwork up.
  10. Danvilletim, Jul 25, 2020
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    It has a good amount of teak, but no toe rails. Teak work is one of few things a really like doing. Feels so good to spray the teak after a two part wash.

    Speaking of teak, is there any sealer that keeps that fresh sanded, bleached look?
  11. Capt Ralph, Jul 25, 2020
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    Yes, A light colored glassed deck. Keep shopping. You will appreciate my S A comment later in life.
    Trust me my friend.