i bought one of the last model 380s, hull #379 2003. my marina neighbors had just taken delivery of a new beneteau. when they saw our new cat 380, they traded their beneteau for a catlaina 387. they love it, and there are some cool features (highly polished ports, a slide out trash can, removable dinette table, teak and holly in the galley. however, what is missing are stainless handrails over the companionway, coaming boxes, island above the sink, dual sheeting for the mainsheet, 2 large storage areas on either side of the queen centerline bed. this is the question. do you think it is possible that just one time in our lives, we bought a boat that will hold its value or, dare i say it, appreciate in value based on the fact that the 387 might be considered less than the 380 in terms of features and ammenities?
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It's Not a Comparison
Given what you've said, they're two different boats. People don't necessarily buy the boat for # (i.e., C30, C34, C36, C380, etc.) They find a range and then budget, and usually buy the best boat in the best condition at he best price. (Gee, guys, did I actually use the word best? Sorry...) Others buy for a specific brand and model and decide whether to get a fixer upper or a smaller or equal boat with less work. But all boats take work. New and old. Take the very best care you can of your boat and its systems, and you will realize the best payback. Rarely do people buy trashed boats for what the owner unfortunately thinks it's worth. The 380's a great boat, lots of them came to our Catalina Rendezvous at Angel Island last weekend. Great people, too. Stu
Given what you've said, they're two different boats. People don't necessarily buy the boat for # (i.e., C30, C34, C36, C380, etc.) They find a range and then budget, and usually buy the best boat in the best condition at he best price. (Gee, guys, did I actually use the word best? Sorry...) Others buy for a specific brand and model and decide whether to get a fixer upper or a smaller or equal boat with less work. But all boats take work. New and old. Take the very best care you can of your boat and its systems, and you will realize the best payback. Rarely do people buy trashed boats for what the owner unfortunately thinks it's worth. The 380's a great boat, lots of them came to our Catalina Rendezvous at Angel Island last weekend. Great people, too. Stu
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