Anyone know of any excellent turkish yachts?

Here is a new 60´

http://www.hbayachts.com/en/Models.asp?protype=1

Ok, a few more names came to me; I believe these are built in Turkey by Turkish companies:

1. Ada Boatyard
2. Algomar
3. Ares Yachts
4. Bromar Yachts/ Yatcilik
5. Cobra Yachting
6. CMB Yachts /Yatcilik
7. Enma Marine
8. Evadne Yachts
9. Gorbon Yachts
10. Lahur Marine
11. Logos Marine
12. Mastori Yachts (This might be out of your price range)
13. MAT
14. Orion Yatcilik
15. Safter Marin
16. Sirena Marine
17. Vanelli Yachts

I did not check their websites, but I'm sure you could find something to your liking. I heard that one of the builders in the first list I gave you has orders until 2011. But other ones are going to suffer quite a bit so prices will be to your advantage.

For your information, the GBP is fluctuating between 2.30 and 2.35 Liras at the moment.

The Istanbul show will be between 13-22 February.

Regards,
VIVARIVA

Boatbuilding in Turkey has showed a quite impressive devolopment in the last couple of years. Well, it wouldn't be fair to say that the technologies used during production are at the high tech class, however quality of Turkish yachts is more than satisfying. You get what you pay for, that's for sure.
I believe everybody is already aware of the financial advantages of having your yacht built in Turkey. Since the labor costs are a lot reasonable compared to europe, this definitely lowers your final bill.
Shipyards that are suggested in this topic are well known builders in Turkey but most of them builds yachts over 30 meters.



I am a naval architect & marine engineer from Antalya, Turkey so please feel free if you'll have more questions.

That Rodman 44 is a nice looking boat. My only real concerns would be: 1) It's a new company and at a time when yards all over are in financial trouble will they be there for you a few years down the line. 2) How are they fitting 3 staterooms and 3 heads into a 44? I saw the pics and it looks nice, but check the size of everything (bunks, chairs, counters, showers,etc.). 3) There is a huge inventory of used boats for sale right now and prices are way down. You might find a better deal there. This is a very good market for boat buying if you can keep from getting overwhelmed by the choices and deals. Enjoy and good luck.

My mistake, being unfamiliar with these I must have misread something. That's what happens when you mess with the computer while watching the Superbowl.

size comparison of ships and boatts

the length is not the parameter to compare boats, rather the volume. a 55 footer will have double the volume of a 44 footer, therefore the price will vary so much.

I consider the difference between 46' & 50' to be the biggest 4' in boating. Beyond the volume gained, in most cases there is a big difference in handling and the number of available slips shrink drastically.

Other than a few brokers here and a few special boats you're really on the wrong site for this question. Have you tried checking with some brokers or on one of the several boats for sale type sites?

I definitely agree. Did you try Y....World or google in general?

If you are looking for other brands as well, maybe you would like to post in a more relevant thread.

Good luck

Have you tried googling under houseboat or houseyacht. That's said semi-tongue in cheek because there really are just too many to cover here. Just google under boat, yacht, 4 sale, brokers, etc. etc. and try to narrow your search based on they way you intend to use it and your needs. You'll come up with thousands of leads.

Bayliner used to have yachts up to I believe 52' with the flybridge starting at about 34'. You may find some in the used boat market. Since Brunswick took them over though they've discontinued anything that would compete with their Sea Ray brand. Bayliner tends to be a starter boat; not the highest quality. Once you get over 30' you're generally dealing with a more discerning clientele.
What I suggest a person do is 1) determine their budget and then their real budget. (You're sure to spend more than you plan to.) 2) determine the type of cruising they intend to do (You don't need a 60'Viking for Sundays swimming on the lake). 3) What are the must have features? 4) Based on that determine the style they like.
Now it looks like that is the point where you are at. 5) Decide if they prefer new or pre-owned and the size range.( unless you're one of these people that only buys new things or custom I always recommend pre-owned over 30' because they are so discounted and have generally gotten very little use). If you're considering say 35' to 40' I'd say go 40' because you'll be going there within 3 years probably and you might as well save a commission. 6) Once you cross 35' seriously consider diesel power. I will last a few lifetimes and the money comes back at resale.
Now you've got your parameters and it's time to choose a brand, and this is where the Forum can help you. There is a ton of talk here about various makes and models. Do some research here and elsewhere about the different makes. Once you've narrowed it down to a few start asking for opinions and especially gripes. 7) At this point you should have it down to just a few boats and it's time to shop.
In this economy, if a boat's asking price is within 150% of your budget investigate it. Go to see it and start feeling out the seller. Don't be afraid to give an insulting offer of even 50%. The worst he can do is say no and maybe curse you out a bit. You can always come back higher. No matter how good the boat I would not go higher than 80 or 90% of the asking price. There's just too much inventory. Finally, make all offers subject to a satisfactory sea trial and survey. Hope this helps. Good luck.

When I was a kid we bought Birds Eye frozen foods, Swansons TV dinners, Wise potato chips, etc. It was simple you took that or (in later years) the store brand. Now there's 50 brands of each and I usually buy none. My wife asked me to pick up orange juice the other day. Holy cow, I couldn't find just regular old orange juice amongst the 1/2 aisle of mango/tangerine/calciumfortified/no pulp/it washes your car and makes you regular/juices. Too many choices can be overwhelming. Not sure what's worse to few choices or too many.

Bayliner yachts now Meridian

Brunswick did discontinue or should I say changed the name of the Bayliner boats over 34' to Meridian. Most Meridians are new or modified Bayliner designs with the Meridian name. The Meridian (Bayliner) 52' and 56' are still around. You should be able to get a good deal on a Meridian, but not sure if they have much of a European dealer network, as Brunswick is trying to hold on. It seems like Brunswick is closing another plant every week.