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  1. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    so updated! I did have a lengthy discussion with Grady and the structural engineer and after him reviewing all the pictures I sent he says it is indeed just cosmetic and needed to be re-sealed. The transom is sound as can be just needed some lifeseal. I did end up buying the boat after all and...
  2. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    They already had the motors inspected for the corrosion issue and provided me with the clean bill of health report. I think that's part of the problem with the dealer. They took it in on trade and maybe paid too much themselves. So I doubt they will do much more of a discount that I've already...
  3. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    Thanks for all the input - unless the dealer comes back with something spectacular, rest assured I will be walking. I guess my search continues! Thanks guys
  4. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    Very good point thanks Steve! I think the previous owner must have had an impact with a dock pretty hard or who knows. everything else is in such good shape its a shame. You are right I spoke with a surveyor and he told me he couldn't inspect that issue and would only write it up in a report...
  5. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    Thanks for chiming in! Its Dual 225's 1000 hours have all maintenance records from the Grady dealer that performed all the service. Bought new from them and lift kept all its life. Yes that crack is on the port side but much smaller. I just wanted to get some opinions from someone would know...
  6. M

    Looking at 05 282 sailfish

    Could use eyes from the current Grady experts, I'm looking to purchase a sailfish and came across this Everything is in almost perfect condition but this crack. Before I spend 300-500.00 to have the boat surveyed how scary is this crack? It's only in the splash well area. And when on a sea trial...