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Good morning everyone,Last weekend Mike and I decided to take our dinghy over to the Fernandina Beach shrimp festival as opposed to driving our car. > read more

1988 42' Grand Banks Classic Trawler For Sale

Published on 2012-05-12 05:45:00

Good morning all,We just listed this beautiful 42' Grand Banks Classic. > read more

Marine Engine Oil Analysis

Published on 2012-05-11 08:15:00

A few weeks ago we posted a blog entry about our generator oil sample results. > read more

1985 45' Gulfstar Hirsch Sailboat for Sale

Published on 2012-05-08 05:19:00

Good morning everyone,We just listed this beautiful 45' Gulfstar sailboat. > read more

Sitting at the Dock

Published on 2012-05-01 06:07:00

Good morning everyone,It was an absolutely beautiful weekend here in NE Florida. > read more

2002 38' Tiara Sport Fisher For Sale

Published on 2012-04-27 08:08:00

Good morning all,We just listed this beautiful 38' Tiara sport fisher. > read more

1986 8KW Westerbeke Diesel Generator for Sale

Published on 2012-04-22 09:09:00

Used 1986 8kw diesel Westerbeke generator for sale, 1800 hours, cracked cylinder head, all other parts serviceable, good selection of spare parts. > read more

Marine Engine Oil Samples

Published on 2012-04-22 09:06:00

Mike is a big proponent of > read more

Used 1978 49' Marine Trader Trawler For Sale

Published on 2012-04-19 11:33:00

Good afternoon,We have a beautiful 49' Marine Trader used trawler to offer you. > read more

Assisting Customers - Stuart, FL to Fernandina Beach, FL: The End

Published on 2012-04-19 06:20:00

Day Three began early again. > read more

Assisting Customers - Stuart, FL to Fernandina Beach, FL Part 2

Published on 2012-04-17 05:12:00

Day two began early again as they always do when you are on a schedule. > read more

Assisting Customers - Stuart, FL to Fernandina Beach, FL Part 1

Published on 2012-04-16 07:54:00

Good morning all,We are back from helping our customer take his used trawler from Stuart, FL to Fernandina Beach, FL.Curt bought a beautiful 42' Kadey Krogen and asked for our assistance after the sale. > read more

Buying a Used Trawler - Service After The Sale

Published on 2012-04-10 04:31:00

Good morning all,Mike and I are on our way to Stuart, Florida this morning where we will assist another customer in learning about his recently purchased used trawler. > read more

Assisting Customers - Manteo, NC to Deltaville, VA Part 2

Published on 2012-04-07 05:56:00

We pride ourselves on our customer service after the sale. > read more

Assisting Customers - Manteo, NC to Deltaville, VA Part 1

Published on 2012-04-06 08:07:00

Hi all,Haven't written for a while as we were assisting our customers > read more

Chesapeake Delivery

Published on 2012-03-31 15:20:00

Tomorrow am off for another trip to help a recent customer...stay tuned! > read more

St. Petersburg to Stuart - Day 4

Published on 2012-03-30 05:20:00

Good morning all,We all got a pretty good night's sleep once the live band stopped > read more

49' Grand Banks Price Reduction 1984 Model

Published on 2012-03-29 08:14:00

Good morning all,The owner of this beautiful 1984 49' Grand Banks Classic Trawler just reduced her price to $219,500. > read more

St. Petersburg to Stuart - Day 3

Published on 2012-03-29 04:45:00

Good morning everyone,We awoke to another beautiful, calm morning. > read more

St. Petersburg to Stuart - Day 2

Published on 2012-03-28 05:56:00

Good morning everyone,We all had a great night's sleep last night; the winds laid down and all was quiet. > read more

St. Petersburg to Stuart -Day 1

Published on 2012-03-22 07:53:00

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Assisting Boat Buyers After The Sale

Published on 2012-03-20 07:08:00

Good morning everyone,We recently found a 36' Monk classic trawler for our North Carolina boat buyers. > read more

Gardening Aboard a Boat

Published on 2012-03-16 06:02:00

Good morning all,When cruising, it takes some time to consider what foods you must store for the future. But storing any food that is not both tasty and nutritious will be a waste of time.In our cruising planning process we could not figure how to plan for having a continuous supply of fresh vegetables, they don't last very long. So we came across the idea of sprouting seeds; this looked to be a good idea for fresh vegetables.If it’s Alive, You will ThriveYou must have some food that is alive. [..] > read more

Sunshades for your Used Trawler or Motor Yacht

Published on 2012-03-12 05:03:00

When I am with used trawler buyers, one of the things I stress to my customers is to like the boat you are buying; do not buy based upon the price alone or you will be selling it within 6 months. But buying a boat is usually a compromise; rarely does a boat have everything on it you wish it had.Almost always, after the purchase, a buyer will upgrade his new trawler or motor yacht with new electronics, canvas, curtains and other things; the boat will take on the owners personality and tastes. Thi [..] > read more

1988 34' Sea Ray Express Cruiser Price Reduction

Published on 2012-03-09 04:49:00

Good morning all,The owner of this beautiful 1988 34' Sea Ray Express Cruiser has reduced her price yet again. She is now priced at $19,900. This 1988 Express cruiser is perfect for a weekend getaway. She has a roomy interior which combines a large forward stateroom, full sized galley, convertible dinette and generous storage. Big single level cockpit includes large helm and companion seats, transom door, removable stern seat. Cockpit hatches provide good engine access. This is a freshwater [..] > read more

Parlez vous français ?

Published on 2012-03-06 03:01:00

Bonjour mes amis.Aujourd'hui j'ai vérifier les statistiques de Paradise Yachts site Web afin de déterminer où la plupart de nos lecteurs est venant ; J'ai été surpris de constater que le pays qui a été le troisième sur le nombre de visites est la France. La France est derrière les USA et le Canada.Je trouve cela intéressant parce que nous avons été récemment contactés par un français qui a demandé notre aide à localiser un chalutier de l'eau bleue. Et bien sûr, nous avons conve [..] > read more

Used Trawler Selection Tips - Hidden Moisture

Published on 2012-03-02 08:31:00

On a recent used trawler marine survey, I got into a conversation with the surveyor regarding the accuracy of moisture meters. The marine surveyor explained that he uses the device simply as a tool, but does not regard its measurement as one of absolute certainty.To evaluate his theory, I placed the meter upon my hand; a reading of 86 was obtained because my hand is mostly water anyway. That makes sense.Next, I placed the instrument upon dry fiberglass and a reading of 8 was given. We then place [..] > read more

Trawler Liveaboard Tips - Simply Messing Around in Boats

Published on 2012-02-24 05:06:00

6:30 AM I'm sitting here looking out the starboard side glass on my trawler today; the sun has just begun to rise and is still below the horizon. The water is calm and peaceful.Already read the morning's news; I've got some emails to respond to, but they can wait. I've got to take off to go to a marine survey tomorrow; will be leaving in a few hours for SW Florida. But for now, it's time to enjoy the moment with a fresh cup of coffee.Sometimes its hard to explain to others what the fascinatio [..] > read more

1995 42' Grand Banks Classic Trawler For Sale

Published on 2012-02-21 04:29:00

Good morning everyone,Mike and I just got back from listing a beautiful 1995 42' Grand Banks classic trawler in Fort Myers, FL. She is in excellent shape; the current owner has taken great care of her.Check out all her specs, photos and a You Tube video on her webpage at Paradise Yachts. We also have other used boats for sale that might interest you. > read more

Fresh Bread from the Galley

Published on 2012-02-17 04:02:00

It was a cold and windy weekend this past week; lows dropping to 29 before climbing to 40 for the day. It felt like we were in Minnesota. So to pass some time, we cooked some Brunswick Stew, made some chili and some fresh bread.I found this simple bread recipe a while back and have prepared it 3 times: the bread is heavenly.More boat recipes from the galley of our trawler, the Patricia Ann can be found at this link. 1/4 tsp active dry yeast1 1/2 cups warm water3 cups all-purpose flour, plus [..] > read more

Treasure Hunting near Amelia Island, Florida

Published on 2012-02-14 03:59:00

Mike and I discovered that a Marine Maritime Museum opened in Fernandina about six months ago. We stopped by for a visit last week and learned all about Polly-L, a research vessel owned by Amelia Research and Recovery, LLC. The Polly-L is a 71' lift boat which is able to raise the entire vessel out of the water should sea conditions warrant. They are treasure hunters and have been in this business for quite a number of years. The museum is home to many ancient artifacts including gold and s [..] > read more

The First Mate's Role

Published on 2012-02-10 05:22:00

My wife Mary is the First Mate of our trawler, the Patricia Ann. I jokingly call her the Admiral because any decision by me, the Captain, can be overruled by her but we are usually a good team and in agreement.A yacht is a small city afloat. There are at least two power generation systems, both alternating and direct currents. There might also be a wind generator and solar system on some used boats, a marine waste treatment system, an inverter, a watermaker, hotel accommodations to allow the cr [..] > read more

Another One Sold by Paradise Yachts

Published on 2012-02-07 04:02:00

We were approached some time back from a couple from Delaware asking for our services in locating a used trawler. As always, we searched the market for just the right boat and found a nice 42 footer in Manteo, NC; we closed on her last week. If you are contemplating the purchase of a yacht, call on us to help you find the best one.You can see additional photos of her at 42' Fu Hwa. > read more

Preparing Your Boat for a Marine Survey

Published on 2012-02-03 04:40:00

Good morning,Mike wrote an article about preparing your boat for a marine survey because many used boat sellers do not understand the significance of the survey. You have received an offer for your boat; the boat buyer is now setting up the survey. The survey is a detailed inspection of your boat and can be the make or break the deal. So preparing for the actual survey should be taken seriously.Marine surveyors look for a spotless well maintained vessel; it sets the atmosphere for the survey. I [..] > read more

Visiting with Customers

Published on 2012-01-31 04:41:00

Hi everyone,Our customers from Charleston purchased a 36' Krogen Manatee last June and have been cruising the Intracoastal waters ever since. They headed north in the summer and now are heading south to unknown destinations. They stopped at our marina, Tiger Point Marina and Boatyard, for a few days' R and R. It was great seeing them again and seeing all the improvements they have made to their trawler. We enjoy following their cruising adventures by reading their blog; they are very good abo [..] > read more

Surveying a Used Trawler

Published on 2012-01-27 04:58:00

Good morning everyone,A few weeks ago, our Delaware buyers fell in love with a 42' Fu Hwa trawler located in Manteo, NC and the marine survey and sea trial were scheduled for Tuesday. Mike and I left Monday and drove to Kill Devil Hills for the night. That was a LONG drive, especially since it was raining all day. We woke up Tuesday morning to a chilly but clear morning. Off to the marina where we met the buyer, seller and marine surveyor. It was a good day; only a few minor items were foun [..] > read more

January 2012 Cruise

Published on 2012-01-23 08:01:00

Good morning everyone,Mike and I have been working a lot lately which is a VERY good thing. However, like everyone else, we need time off to recharge our batteries. Our greatest pleasure is taking our trawler, the Patricia Ann, out for a few days on the hook. We are going to our favorite anchorage, Cumberland Island. The weather is beautiful for mid-January -- mid 70's and sunny. I never tire of Cumberland and would like to spend weeks on the hook but the business right now won't allow for [..] > read more

Yacht Broker Discounted Sales Commission Schedule

Published on 2012-01-20 05:05:00

Good morning everyone,2001 46' NordhavnBoth Mary and I watch the worlds financial systems carefully and follow the developments here at home closely.We are well aware of the difficulties this economy is having with used trawler and used motor yacht owners wishing to sell their boats. Therefore we are going to discount the commission sellers are required to pay us by up to 37%Paradise Yachts is pleased to announce our new commission schedule effective immediately.Read more about this exciting, [..] > read more

45' 1985 Chung Hwa Trawler Price Reduction

Published on 2012-01-16 04:58:00

Good morning everyone,Our seller has reduced the price of this beautiful 1985 45' Chung Hwa trawler to $109,000. This boat was built by the Chung Hwa yard in Taiwan. A rare cruising trawler, it is a deep protecting keeled, heavy craft, well suited for rigorous coastal cruising. The 600-gallon fuel capacity with a 5-6 GPH burn rate and her cruise speed of 9 knots allows a very comfortable ride with range of over 900 nautical miles.. I'll rate this boat Average.The trawler has a full teak interio [..] > read more

4th of July Five Day Cruise on our Trawler

Published on 2011-07-01 05:21:00

7/1/2011Good morning everyone, this blog post is going to span the next few days as we gunk-hole eastern Georgia so check back each morning for an update.Yesterday we left the dock at 7:30 a.m. and headed to Cumberland Island. It was a beautifu > read more

June 2011 Newsletter

Published on 2011-06-29 04:42:00

Hi folks,We publish a newsletter each month and have decided to also post it on this site. If you wish to get it delivered to your in-box, just drop us an email.Well it’s only June but it sure feels like summer down here in Florida; 95 again here t > read more

Following Your Boating Dream

Published on 2011-06-28 04:47:00

Good morning folks,We recently had some customers who wanted to go from being sailors to cruisers. They are both retired and love cruising but craved the creature comforts of a trawler as opposed to their sailboat. They attended our > read more

1988 34' Sea Ray 340 Express for Sale

Published on 2011-06-24 04:38:00

This 1988 Express cruiser is perfect for a weekend getaway. She has a roomy interior which combines a large forward stateroom, full sized galley, convertible dinette and generous storage. Big single level cockpit includes large helm and companion sea > read more

Understanding How LED Lights Work

Published on 2011-06-21 05:43:00

I have been monitoring our energy usage aboard our trawler as we anchored out recently and was shocked to learn just how much energy a standard incandescent light bulb uses. Our mast light drew 2 amps while lit, drawing a total of 18 amp hours o > read more

Yacht Market Update June 2011

Published on 2011-06-17 06:07:00

Year to date, U.S. brokerage sales remain 4 percent lower than through the first five months of 2010. At Paradise Yachts, our sales are up 37% over what they were at this time in 2010. With the recent month’s increase in the total sales value, > read more

Caribbean Barbeque Sauce

Published on 2011-06-16 06:13:00

As you might already know, Mike and I love to cook -- and eat -- aboard our trawler, the Patricia Ann. We grilled a jerked pork tenderloin over the weekend and poured a Caribbean barbeque sauce over it. It was delicious! Here's the recipe: > read more

1987 63' Hatteras Motor Yacht Price Reduction

Published on 2011-06-14 04:28:00

Good morning,The owner of this beautiful Hatteras motor yacht just dropped her price by $89,000! He is motivated to sell.This 63 foot Hatteras is basically a 58 motor yacht with a 5 foot cockpit extension. Her wide 18'2" beam results in a very > read more

Why Should You Buy From A Yacht Broker?

Published on 2011-06-10 04:58:00

IntroductionThe other day I returned a phone call left on my voice mail from a man inquiring about a used boat I have for sale. When the caller answered I identified myself and asked what I might offer regarding the used boat he had called about. The > read more

The Integrity of a Yacht Broker

Published on 2011-06-07 08:08:00

6/7/2011Integrity is defined as adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty. Character is defined as the aggregate of features and traits that form the individual nature of some person or thing. In layman’ > read more

38' Marine Trader Europa Trawler Price Reduction

Published on 2011-06-04 04:57:00

Good morning,This Marine Trader Europa trawler was custom built for her owner in 2001; she is built for a cruising couple. She is in great condition and her owner is motivated to sell -- he just reduced her price by $15,000!You can view al > read more

40' Heritage East Sundeck Price Reduction

Published on 2011-06-03 05:39:00

Good morning folks, We have a $10,000 price reduction on this beautiful 40' Heritage East Sundeck trawler. She's a clean boat in great condition and her owner is motivated to sell. You can view all her photos, a video and > read more

Early Morning

Published on 2011-05-30 06:17:00

We are anchored out at our favorite anchorage for the Memorial Day weekend. And yes, as always, have a bit of brokerage work to do. But we will still have some R and R.We took a walk on Cumberland Island this morning and actually saw > read more

Marine Survey on 36 Krogen Manatee Trawler

Published on 2011-05-27 15:55:00

May 27, 20114:50 PM Mary and I are now in West Palm Beach Florida after a full day on the water. We had a good day but a 12 hour day got the best of us; tomorrow we'll make the final 4 hour drive home.Today we were in Ft. Lauderdale, FL&n > read more

First Time Yacht Buyers -- What You Need To Know

Published on 2011-05-24 07:07:00

If you’re a first-time yacht buyer the choice of used yachts available for purchase can be overwhelming. How do you make sense of all the models and styles out there?The first time yacht buyer needs to avoid buying on emotion and take a hard look a > read more

Working and History

Published on 2011-05-20 05:01:00

Mike standing in front of an ancient live oak living in 1585 when the first colonists landed. Mike and I went to North Carolina a few weeks ago to meet a customer and show him some trawlers and motor yachts. We had a little extra time on our > read more

Yacht Market Update

Published on 2011-05-17 03:48:00

After weak sales of bigger boats in March, U.S. brokerage members of YachtWorld.com reported selling more boats longer than 46 feet in April than they did 12 months earlier. Paradise Yachts was among the brokerages selling these large boats; we sold > read more

$20,000 Price Reduction on 2002 43' Mainship Trawler

Published on 2011-05-13 11:42:00

This 2002 Mainship trawler is a very popular boat, it has a deep protecting keel, well suited for coastal cruising. The boat is very clean inside and shows well. The boat has very low hours and is in good condition with no rotten wood or > read more

Understanding How A GPS Works

Published on 2011-05-10 08:49:00

If you are considering buying a new GPS for your trawler and are not sure how it works or how to even use it, no problem. The devices built these days are easy to operate.Where do We StartWhat is a GPS? GPS stands for Global Positioning System. Desig > read more

$20,000 Price Reduction on Cigarette 42X Racing Boat

Published on 2011-05-06 03:49:00

This is a one-owner boat. The boat was purchased new by the owner in 2005 and has been lightly used. She sports a custom paint job. The boat is remarkably clean in every way; engines, cabin and cockpit.If a boat with speed is your cup of tea, let's g > read more

2006 Wellcraft 290 Price Reduction

Published on 2011-05-05 05:07:00

This is Wellcraft's all around fishing/cruising machine. She is powered by Twin Yamaha 250 four stroke engines with counter rotating props and equipped with a Garmin electronics package. This vessel was purchased new.This boat makes for the perfect f > read more

Used 1987 63' Hatteras Cockpit Motor Yacht For Sale

Published on 2011-04-28 09:43:00

This 63 foot Hatteras is basically a 58 motor yacht with a 5 foot cockpit extension. Her wide 18'2" beam results in a very cavernous interior with 3 staterooms and baths, large sundeck and full walk around side decks. The salon is completely open to > read more

Oh Those Marine Toilets!

Published on 2011-04-26 03:12:00

I got a call from a recent customer of mine who wanted to know how to maintain his toilets on his used boat; specifically, what needed to be done to keep the lines free? His call prompted this posting.Toilets are an issue we rather not talk about but > read more

2005 42' Catalina mk II Sailboat for Sale

Published on 2011-04-21 04:23:00

Whether you are planning a weekend getaway, or a cruise to the islands this 42 Catalina sailboat is ready to accommodate. She features a roomy cockpit and comfortable upscale interior with two private staterooms.On deck we have a spacious cockpit wit > read more

Boating - There's Nothing Quite Like It

Published on 2011-04-19 10:39:00

Good morning all,Mike and I just returned from another wonderful stay at our favorite anchorage, Cumberland Island. We left Sunday morning; it was a little chilly but there wasn't a cloud in the sky. Our trawler, the Patricia Ann, ran bea > read more

Used Trawler Buyer's Guide

Published on 2011-04-16 05:25:00

In looking for the right powerboat, consider that they come in a variety of styles and configurations. They are all generally the same, all having staterooms, salons, heads, etc. In choosing the one that best fits your needs I think it is important t > read more

Used 1989 49' Hyundai Elegant Motor Yacht for Sale

Published on 2011-04-12 07:53:00

This Korean built motor yacht features two large staterooms, spacious galley down, large windows in the salon and a large cockpit for fishing and easy line handling. Recent upgrades include all new waste plumbing, all thru hulls replaced, > read more

Used 1984 49' Grand Banks Trawler For Sale

Published on 2011-04-07 04:43:00

The epitome of a classic long-range trawler known for their superb engineering and top notch build quality. Offering the optional floorplan with her double cabin configuration and galley down it gives her an expanded main salon and places the emphasi > read more

2006 Wellcraft 290 Coastal Sportfisherman For Sale

Published on 2011-04-05 04:46:00

Crab Pot in Your Propeller -- Are You Prepared?

Published on 2011-04-01 05:02:00

It was early December; we were nearing our chosen anchorage, Shark River, on Florida’s west coast at the western most point of the Everglades. The seas were calm; the weather has been partly cloudy and warm all day. A nice cool cocktail on the fant > read more

2001 Marine Trader Europa Trawler For Sale

Published on 2011-03-30 05:19:00

This Marine Trader was custom built for her owner in 2001; she is built for a cruising couple. A rarity in the trawler market, she is one of the few Marine Traders built after the trawler boom of the 1980s. Marine Trading still builds boats and this > read more

There's Nothing Quite Like Messing About on Boats

Published on 2011-03-28 05:10:00

Good morning all,We left last Friday for a 3 day cruise; just to be out on the water. We have spent the last three days on the hook at our favorite anchorage, Cumberland Island. We have just been messing about on boats.We took our dingy o > read more

Trawler Living Aboard Tip - Exploration

Published on 2011-03-22 06:30:00

We recently took our trawler, the Patricia Ann, on a 4-day cruise over to Cumberland Island, our favorite anchorage. I wanted to look for the white deer and walk the deserted beaches at dawn. We saw the white deer several ye > read more

Utilizing a Bridle to Secure Your Anchor

Published on 2011-03-18 12:10:00

Hi folks,Mike and I have a set procedure for setting and securing the anchor on our trawler, Patricia Ann. We utilize a bridle which is actually a 25' piece of line with a 3/8" stainless steel shackle attached through the eye. The bridle > read more

Installing a Solar Panel Aboard Your Boat

Published on 2011-03-15 05:12:00

After a recent 5-day cruise aboard our trawler where we had to continually power up the generator to supply electricity to the 115 volt ac freezer to maintain temperatures, we began to consider alternatives. We put over 90 hours on the boat generator > read more

$6,000 Price Reduction

Published on 2011-03-11 06:29:00

Good morning folks,We just reduced the price of this 1981 Marine Trader Classic trawler by $6,000. The owner is motivated to sell. You can check out all her photos and specs on her Paradise Yachts website page. We also have more boa > read more

Vessels of Freedom - Harbors of Healing

Published on 2011-03-10 06:06:00

As a boater it sometimes becomes hard to explain to non-boaters what the love affair is all about. Perhaps it’s a sickness; at least it’s a bug. Some of us use our boats as a home, treating her like a member of the family; others use them to earn > read more

1987 38' Bayliner for Sale - $20,000.00 Price Reduction!

Published on 2011-03-07 13:18:00

$20,000.00 price drop! Due to unexpected health issues, the owners of this motor yacht have once again dropped the price to encourage a quick sale. Do not let this fine vessel get away! You can view all her specs and photos at the Paradis > read more

Cold Water - Marine Heat

Published on 2011-03-07 10:55:00

I was aboard a 60' Hatteras in Ft. Lauderdale the other day with a customer that is looking for a boat to purchase. My customer is from Alaska. During the conversation, the topic of heating came up and the other broker suggested that a die > read more

Trawler Yacht Christening Ceremony

Published on 2011-03-01 05:05:00

Hi folks,We were invited to a boat christening party Sunday afternoon, hosted by some of our customers. They purchased their beautiful 1989 44' Nova trawler in the fall. Mike and I helped them bring her from the Tampa, FL area throug > read more

1986 43' Albin Trawler for Sale

Published on 2011-02-26 06:20:00

This used 1986 Albin trawler was built in Taiwan during the height of the trawler building era. A very popular boat, it is a deep protecting keeled, heavy craft, well suited for coastal cruising. The 500-gallon fuel capacity with a 5-6 GPH burn rate > read more

65' Grand Harbour Motor Yacht For Sale

Published on 2011-02-23 04:15:00

Good morning,We just listed this beautiful 65' custom built Grand Harbour motor yacht. She is a beauty! She has low hours and was lightly used. She is ready for cruising...she just needs a new owner. You can view all her specs > read more

Setting Your Anchor

Published on 2011-02-22 12:41:00

In a previous blog posting, we reviewed the 5 classes of anchors and how to choose the one best suited for your needs. In this posting, we will discuss how to properly set that anchor. Logic would have it that dropping and setting an anchor is > read more

Used 2002 43' Mainship for Sale

Published on 2011-02-21 06:14:00

Hi folks,We just listed this beautiful 2002 43' Mainship trawler. The boat is very clean inside and shows well. The boat has very low hours and is in good condition with no rotten wood or water damage to be found. The owner tells me that > read more

Rating Guide for Used Boats

Published on 2011-02-18 06:51:00

Good morning,Spring is just around the corner and many of you may start looking to buy your dream boat. A rating guide has been developed to give you an overall summary of the vessel’s condition as it relates to what you might need to do > read more

Trawler Living - Long Term Food Storage

Published on 2011-02-15 08:45:00

Hi folks,Mike and I have a large Dometic freezer on our trawler sundeck in which we keep all our meat and fish. We recently noticed that some of our food in the freezer was getting freezer burned so we went to our l > read more

Used 2005 30' Monterey Cruiser for Sale

Published on 2011-02-14 04:09:00

This Monterey cruiser is a great boat for family weekend time on the water. Lightly used and well-taken care of by her original owner.You can get all of her specs and see additional photos at the Paradise Yachts website. You can also view > read more

Installing an Inverter

Published on 2011-02-11 08:16:00

Hi folks, For years I have been a 12 volt man aboard our trawler, the Patricia Ann. Twelve volt DC systems were always simple, safe and served their purposes. But after a recent 5-day cruise aboard our boat where we had to continually power up the ge > read more

Servicing Strainers Aboard Your Trawler or Motor Yacht

Published on 2011-02-07 07:09:00

Good morning everyone,Yesterday was trawler maintenance day aboard our trawler, Patricia Ann. One of our maintenance chores is cleaning our air conditioning strainer baskets out every 30 days because our vessel is located on a nutrient rich creek. We > read more

Customer Service -- or Lack Thereof

Published on 2011-02-04 05:14:00

Hi folks, Today's posting is not about boats or cruising but about something that seems has gone the way of the stagecoach, customer service. I really wonder how some people stay in business these days. Let me tell you what has > read more

Draw Bridge Manners

Published on 2011-02-01 07:20:00

You just bought that new 40 foot trawler yacht and are ready to hit the water. You can not wait to get her out on the Intracoastal and take her south. This has been your dream and it is finally coming true.You have already spent some time learning yo > read more

1985 45' Chung Hwa For Sale

Published on 2011-01-31 05:55:00

This 1985 45 River's Edge trawler was built by the Chung Hwa yard in Taiwan. A rare cruising trawler, it is a deep protecting keeled, heavy craft, well suited for rigorous coastal cruising. The 600-gallon fuel capacity with a 5-6 GPH burn rate and he > read more

Living Aboard a Trawler in Heavy Weather

Published on 2011-01-28 14:26:00

Hi Folks,Living aboard and cruising a trawler is an enjoyable activity when the weather cooperates, but Mother Nature is not always pleasant and will often show her worst side. In fact so much that the weather dictates what you can and must do > read more

Zincs 101

Published on 2011-01-25 06:03:00

Zincs are a very important component in protecting your trawler and motor yacht but what do they really do?Any time you have two different metals that are physically or electrically connected and immersed in seawater, they produce electric > read more

The Cost of Boating

Published on 2011-01-23 05:43:00

Most of us watch the rising costs of fuel and wonder where it will end. I could get into the politics of why they are high, but I'll leave that for another blog. In my business, I watch it more from a business perspective. How will it affect my > read more

Price Reduction on 2005 42' Cigarette Boat

Published on 2011-01-21 07:49:00

Good morning folks,We had a $10,000 price reduction on this beautiful 42' Cigarette boat. The owner is motivated to sell so take a look at her on the Paradise Yachts website. You'll find additional information and many more pictures > read more

Used 1985 40' Heritage East Trawler for Sale

Published on 2011-01-21 07:14:00

Good morning folks,We just listed this beautiful 1985 40' Heritage East trawler. She's clean, in great shape and has low engine hours. You can get all of her details and see additional photos on the Paradise Yachts website. We also have several > read more

Used 1986 51' Bluewater Houseboat for Sale

Published on 2011-01-17 09:37:00

This houseboat is a one of a kind from the deck up. The yacht has had the original cabin completely removed and rebuilt like no other. She would be a good coastal cruiser or live aboard. The current owner says she runs out nicely and has b > read more

Preparing Your Yacht For Sale

Published on 2011-01-11 06:11:00

Sooner or later every yacht owner is faced with selling his/her boat. You wish to sell her as soon as possible yet get the best price you possibly can. Here are some tips to make the sale go as planned. Prepare the Boat for Sale:Make any obvious repa > read more

Used 1981 Marine Trader Classic for Sale

Published on 2011-01-07 14:04:00

We just listed this 1981 Marine Trader Classic trawler. She has been well maintained by her current owner of many years and has a beautiful awlgrip paint job. She has traveled to the Bahamas many times and to Cuba on > read more

Yacht Market Update for 2010

Published on 2011-01-05 09:21:00

The MarketThe number of brokerage boats sold in the United States begins to dip in November as cold weather settles in much of the country and this year is no different; shoppers turn from looking at boats to shoveling snow. Paradise Yachts had > read more

New Year's Cruise 2011

Published on 2011-01-03 14:53:00

Good morning all,We took our trawler, the Patricia Ann, out for a New Year's cruise. I checked the weather and winds the day before our departure and things looked great for Friday and Saturday; Sunday a weak front was coming through. We > read more

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