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Tuesday, May 1. 2007

Boat of the Day: Motor-sailers

I have a soft spot for motor-sailers, probably because my Gramps was so fond of them. This one is a 1983 Island Trader 40. Not too expensive, either, and the finish is plenty nice. Take a look at the details and the interior. Nice boat.

Here's a rendering for a new Nordhavn 56' motorsailer with transatlantic range under power. Very slick. The designs and large renderings from all angles are on the link.

And below is 1918's 62' Old Glory, build by Lawley's and designed by Fred Lawley. Note her "canoe" stern design. She is for sale. You might be able to afford to buy her, but can you afford the upkeep?

 

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A motorsailer as a liveaboard is an interesting concept, one I think about whenever my relict common sense flies out the window. :-)
#1 Skookumchuk (Link) on 2007-05-01 22:02 (Reply)
I used to think that if my wife ever left me, that's what I'd so. Thankfully, she's still here.
#1.1 BD on 2007-05-02 06:45 (Reply)
Mine is too. At times I wonder why she ever stuck around.
#2 Skookumchuk (Link) on 2007-05-02 09:00 (Reply)
Fantastic site---are there any subsequent comments &/or messages from May 01, 2007?
#3 Bill Bremmer on 2008-10-23 23:15 (Reply)

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