I am interested in a 38. It has some issues that I am sure have been addressed?.
1. The headliner looks like it is on its last legs. how does it get replaced?
2. their is a leak at one of the Bose speakers. I assume it's from a window? What is the proper fix for that?.
3. in the aft cabin leak from steering access fix?.
4. the rear of the engine is filthy. Is this common or telling me their is an issue?.
5. someone forgot to flush toilet and boat stinks. Hoping that can be unsmelled?.
TIA for any help.
1. Can you post some photos? Is it plastic or fabric? If it's fabric, I would assume about 5 to 10 BOAT units to replace.
2. 10-15 hrs for a yard to fix, plus a chance that the window breaks on removal. Figure 3-5 BOAT units.
I notice in the photo above the screws are showing. Are all the windows like that? Most Hunters have recessed screws that are only there to hold the glass while the Dow 795 cures. The screws are then filled with more 795 and should not be visible to the naked eye.... it might be they had to use oversized screws during a previous repair. I would plan well financially if other windows look the same, this would be an expensive repair in a yard.
3. Could be anywhere from 1 to 10 BOAT units, depending on the source. Water can travel so it may take some time to identify the source.
4. Nope. Filthy with what? Oil? Rust? Dog hair? Did you get a mechanical (engine) survey?? Shows lack of care .... probably reflected in other areas of the boat you can't see. Actually, we can see some in the photos. Looks like some windows were re-caulked. That doesn't work. Window needs to be removed, surface sanded and prepped and re-bedded. Everything can be fixed and improved. Time + money.
5. Maybe. Or the head backflows into the toilet because there's a problem with the pump. Is it a manual jabsco? If so, it's a $130 fix and 30 minutes of your time. If it's an electric or vacuum head, figure 1-2 BOAT units.
Smells: smells can be removed with an ozone generator. 2-3 hrs should get rid of most of them in soft fabrics. The bed and seat cushion foam is another issue.... sometimes it's best just to replace them to get rid of the smell. They are $100 on amazon.
How are the cushions, beds, dodger, etc....? That's another 15 to 25 BOAT units to replace....
From the photos and description you've provided, I see the telltale signs of someone (previous owner) that is getting out of boating and just doesn't care or doesn't have the time anymore. Start at 40% below asking.
That being said, the H38 is a fantastic boat and great value. Under 40 feet annual maintenance and slip costs are pretty reasonable. Lots of room onboard for long trips. Good storage. Good handling.