36′ 2002 Hunter 356 Sloop

 

STANDARD SURVEY

 

Client:  Removed for privacy Date of report:  December 6, 2021
Our file #:         21 – 20314web

Current Owner: Removed for privacy

 

This inspection was performed upon the request of the client listed above on December 1, 2021 while the vessel was hauled at Intrepid Landing and while afloat in slip XXX,  Shelter Island Marina, San Diego, CA and the client, broker XXX, XXX (friend of the client) and the undersigned marine surveyor attended.

 

Scope of Services

 

The vessel was examined by surveyor and/or surveyor’s agents from all accessible areas of the interior without removal of secured panels, destructive testing or disassembly.  The hull bottom laminate, plating and/or planking was examined by percussion sounding and visual inspection only. No moisture content readings were taken, and no destructive testing was performed.  The surveyor may have used a moisture meter if/when they deemed it useful or if specifically requested by client.  Exterior hardware was visually examined for damage and drive components were tested by sight only.  The inspection of engines, generators, machinery and related mechanical systems is not within the scope of this survey.  Only a brief cursory inspection of the machinery was conducted, and no opinion of their overall condition was formed.  Client shall retain the services of a qualified mechanic, engine surveyor or other expert to inspect such engine, generators, machinery and related mechanical systems.  Tankage was inspected from visible surfaces only and no opinion was rendered as to their overall condition.  On sailing vessels, the rig was not inspected aloft, nor were sails inspected unless they were visible during a sea trial.  Client shall retain the services of a qualified rig surveyor or other expert to inspect sails, rigging and equipment.  The electrical system was visually inspected where accessible, and electronic and electrical components powered only with permission of or in the presence of the vessel’s owner or agent.  No in-depth testing or examination of the electrical system or electric schematic was conducted.  Specifications were taken from published sources, measurements if made, should be considered approximate.  The recommendations are based on federal and state regulations, industry standards, and/or surveyor’s own personal experience.  The market value is based on research of available new/used comparable vessels, with consideration of geographic area where the vessel is located and reported sale prices where available.  The surveyor will refer to and may reference CFRs, NFPA and ABYC recommendations (and/or other services) as the surveyor deems reasonable but not all regulations and recommendations will be applied nor should this report be relied upon as full compliance with the aforementioned entities.  Every vessel inspection is different, and limitations may alter the scope of this survey, some limitations will be implied in the text of the report and some will be explicitly detailed. A Marine Survey Agreement which is reviewed and signed by the client details the terms governing this marine survey.

 

 

 

VESSEL DESCRIPTION

 

Builder:         Hunter Doc. #:             Removed for privacy
Model/type:  356 / sloop HIN:                 Removed for privacy
Year:            2002 Engine:            One Yanmar
Length:        36’ Name:             Removed for privacy
Draft:           6’3” Hailing port:    San Diego, CA
Beam:         12’ *

* internet research

Weight:           Travel lift’s scale inoperative

Displacement: 13,900 lb. *

 

HULL & STRUCTURE

 

Keel & bottom: Molded fiberglass construction, unknown core, bolt on external ballast lead keel, 5,023 lb. ballast *, blue antifouling paint

 

Topsides & transom: Molded fiberglass construction, unknown core, white gelcoat, vinyl gray boot and accent stripes, blue gelcoat boot stripe, rub rail

 

Decks & superstructure: Molded fiberglass construction, unknown core, white and gray, molded nonskid deck surface, fiberglass toe rails

 

Deck hardware: Double anchor roller, stainless steel bow and stern rails, stainless steel stanchions, double lifelines, three sets of cleats, cabin top and foredeck hatches, grab rails, radar arch walkthrough transom

 

Longitudinals/stringers: Fiberglass hull liner

 

Athwartships/bulkheads/frames: Plywood bulkheads

 

Layout/interior components: Aft cockpit, center companionway, engine below companionway with access below steps, aft cabin (access via door to starboard) has aft berth, to port aft in salon is head, starboard aft is galley, forward of galley is dinette and forward of head is chart table and bench seat, forward cabin access via port door has V-berth

 

Bilge: Holding moderate water, dirty

 

Comments: The vessel was inspected while hauled and afloat.  The hull bottom and keel were visually inspected and randomly sounded.  The hull bottom and keel are in satisfactory structural condition.  There are cracks at the leading and trailing edges of the hull to keel joint.  The age of the antifouling paint is unknown.  There are minor blisters and minor areas of bottom paint failure, however the bottom paint exhibits satisfactory coverage overall.  The paint is rubbed off the bottom of the keel.  The hull sides and transom were visually inspected and randomly sounded.  The hull sides and transom are in satisfactory – good structural and satisfactory cosmetic condition.  The vinyl boot stripes are damaged.  The gelcoat boot stripe is faded and oxidized.  There is damage to the base of the port side of the transom rub rail and the metal strike rail is dented on the starboard aft rub rail.  There is minor rub damage on the bow and small prior repairs.  The deck and superstructure were visually inspected and randomly sounded.  The deck and superstructure are in satisfactory structural and cosmetic condition.  There are a few minor audible differences, likely small voids.  There are knicks on the edge of the walkthrough transom piece.  The deck hardware including safety rails, mooring devices and hatches was visually inspected and most hatches and the port lights were opened and closed.  Overall the deck hardware is in satisfactory condition.  The windows and portlights are crazed.  There is corrosion on the base of the cockpit pedestal.  The port companionway grab rail is loose.  The canvas bimini, dodger and shade tops exhibits age and exposure related damage.  The structural reinforcements including the liner and bulkheads were visually inspected and randomly sounded.  The structural reinforcements are in “as-built” condition, except as listed.  There are cracks in the fiberglass tabbing outboard in the dinette to starboard in the salon.  There is a fiberglass repair on the centerline of the transom, visible on the interior.  The bilge is holding moderate water; the origin of the water is beyond the scope of this survey.  The bilge is dirty.  The interior cabin spaces are neat, clean and orderly.  The interior of the vessel is in satisfactory cosmetic condition.  There are minor water stains in several places on the wood on the interior of the vessel.  Some of the veneer has been replaced, including at the chart table.  We did not see the documentation number displayed.  The aft door lock does not function well.  The port locker in the forward cabin has a damaged latch mechanism.    This survey is not a mould inspection.  The condition of the coring, in the hull, deck and elsewhere as applicable is beyond the scope of this inspection.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

                       

MACHINE SYSTEMS

 

Main engine:  Yanmar 3GM30F, 20.1 Kw @ 3600 rpm,  engine hours are 582 hours on meter

 

Engine application: Diesel, three cylinders, freshwater cooled

 

Serial number: E30618

 

Transmission: Kanzaki KM2P-1, ratio 2.62, serial number 01120

 

External/peripherals: Suitable application, satisfactory installation, heat exchanger with water heater, plastic remote coolant reservoir

 

Engine controls: Push / pull cables, single lever control on pedestal, kill cable with knob to port aft in cockpit

 

Exhaust systems:  Wet system, flexible hoses, fiberglass muffler, aft discharge

 

Propulsion gear/shaft log: Bronze packing gland, 14” diameter (measured) three blade bronze RH propeller (various markings), 1” diameter stainless steel propeller shaft, bronze strut

 

 

 

Steering system/rudder ports: Cable / quadrant system, pedestal / wheel control, fiberglass spade type rudder (unknown core), fiberglass rudder tube, unknown type bearing seal

 

Ventilation: Natural

 

Through hulls & components: Bronze through hulls, bronze ball valves, not bonded

 

Location of through hulls as visible: See chart

 

Seawater systems: Reinforced hoses, single and double clamped connections

 

Bilge pumps: Manual pump to port in cockpit, Rule 2000 automatic in salon

 

Comments: The engine and transmission were visually inspected and tested during a sea trial.  The client intends to have the engine and transmission inspected by a mechanic, please refer to the mechanical survey report for greater detail as to the condition of the machine systems.  The external surfaces and peripheral components of the engine and transmission appear satisfactory.  The oil is dark and thick.  There is moderate fluid and staining externally on the engine.  The engine hour meter turned from 580.1 to 582.2 during the sea trial.  The engine does not have temperature or oil pressure gauges.  The light on the high temperature indicator did not illuminate.  Wide open throttle was 3600 rpm per the tachometer.  The engine controls functioned normally.  The exhaust system is properly arranged and installed.  The propulsion components including the propeller, propeller shaft, strut and shaft seal were visually inspected.  The propeller was percussion tested and spun with a fixed object adjacent to the blades.  The propeller shaft was manipulated in the strut and observed while underway.  Overall the propulsion components are in satisfactory – marginal condition.  The propeller was dull when percussion tested and the blades are dented.  There is rotational play between the propeller shaft and the transmission coupler.  There is moderate play between the propeller shaft and the strut bearing.  There is rust staining below the propeller shaft seal.  The steering system was test operated.  The steering system functioned normally.  We did not access and inspect the steering quadrant.  There was moderate play in the rudder bearing when the rudder was manipulated from below.  The steering wheel is not centered per turns when the rudder is centered, but the rudder is centered when the rope covered portion of the steering wheel is on top.  The rudder appears to turn more to port than to starboard, based on the turning arch noted from below.  The through hulls were visually inspected and the valves were manipulated.  The through hulls are in satisfactory condition, except as noted.  The head intake through hull valve appears broken, as the handle moves with no resistance and there is corrosion on the through hull.  The seawater systems were visually inspected and most components were tested.  Overall, the seawater systems are satisfactory.  The electric bilge pump was energized with its float switch.  There is rust staining at a junction in the electric bilge pump’s hose, possibly at a check valve.  The manual bilge pump was not tested.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

                       

 

TANKAGE

 

Fuel: 37 gallon plastic tank to starboard below aft berth

 

Fill & vent: Deck fill fitting to starboard aft labeled diesel, fill and vent hoses (red stripes – labels not legible)

 

Feed & return: Flexible hoses (red stripes – labels not legible)

 

Water: Plastic tank below V-berth, deck fill fitting forward labeled water, 75 gallon capacity *

 

Holding: Plastic tank to starboard aft, deck fill fitting to starboard aft labeled “waste”, 30 gallon capacity *

 

Comments: The fuel system including the tank, fill, vent, feed and return lines was visually inspected as installed.  Where visible the fuel system components are in satisfactory condition. The condition and age of the fuel (and water) and the integrity of the tanks (fuel, water, holding) and hoses is beyond the scope of this survey.  The hoses are likely original.  Please consider filling all tanks for a simple, practical test of their integrity.  The water pressure system functioned normally.  Accuracy of tank level gauges is beyond the scope of this survey.  The water level on the tank indicator was empty, but there was water present throughout the survey.  There is no fixture on the transom shower hose.  There is staining and fluid on the holding tank.  The head pump leaks when functioning.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

                       

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

 

AC system: 30A / 125V shore power inlet to port on transom, shore power cord, 110 volt system

 

DC system: Four West Marine model 15020282 6 volt sealed batteries and one model 15020233 12 volt sealed battery (9/21 sticker), battery switch and DC main circuit breaker below chart table, 12 volt system

 

Wiring: Mostly original multi-strand wires

 

Circuit protection: Main AC circuit breaker in port lazarette, GFCI outlets, distribution panel at chart table includes main and branch AC circuit breakers, AC voltmeter, DC main and branch circuit breakers

 

Comments: The electrical system including the shore power cord, shore power inlet, batteries, wiring, circuitry components and circuit protection equipment was visually inspected and most components were tested.  Overall the electrical system is in satisfactory condition.  The condition and age of the batteries is beyond the scope of this inspection.  One battery has a 9/21 sticker and all batteries appear new.  All of the batteries were reportedly recently replaced.  The shore power inlet exhibits heat damage.  There is a DC circuit breaker labeled “spare”, its function is beyond the scope of this survey.  The autopilot screen is damaged.  The center overhead light in the aft cabin has no bulb.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

 

SAFETY AND LIFE SAVING

 

Portable fire extinguishers: Type B:C size I (2015), one at chart table and one forward

 

Fixed fire system: None

 

Flotation devices: Five adult type II, two type IV cushions, life ring with retrieving line

 

Horn/distress flares: Six pistol launch flares expire January 2023, six handheld flares expire February 2023

 

Navigational/anchor lights: Combination bow light, stern light, masthead / steaming light, all-around / anchor light

 

Anchor & ground tackle: Delta type anchor (size not seen), chain and line rode, Fortress FX-16 with chain and line rode (aft)

 

Other equipment: Emergency tiller handle, three CO alarms, emergency wooden dowel plugs, EPIRB with 6/2021 expiry, MOB lights (for pfds)

 

Comments: Safety equipment for fire fighting protection appears satisfactory however the extinguishers have not been inspected, tagged and maintained per N.F.P.A. recommendations.  Personal flotation devices are suitable for near coastal use.  Current distress signal flares are aboard.  No sound signaling device was seen. The CO alarms are functional.  Waste, oil and garbage placards were seen.  Navigation rules were seen. The navigational and anchor lights were not tested.  The ground tackle including the anchor and rode was visually inspected as installed and appears satisfactory.  The free spool function of the windlass was not tested.  The entire length of the anchor rode was not inspected and should be inspected prior to use.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

 

LP GAS SYSTEMS

 

Tanks: None, dedicated locker to starboard aft in cockpit

 

Devices: Camping type bottle, reducing regulator, pressure gauge, electric solenoid valve, galley range

 

Comments: The LP gas system including the tank locker devices and galley range was visually inspected and the galley range and electric solenoid valve were tested.  Overall, the installation of the LP system is satisfactory.  The vessel is not equipped with a propane alarm.  The forward CO alarms did not sound when tested. The vessel does not have proper propane tanks, a portable camping type canister is currently used to supply the galley range.  There are spare propane canisters stored aboard.  The ignitor at the range is inoperative.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

                       

SAILING SYSTEM

 

Mast & rig type: B&R rig, one aluminum deck stepped mast, sloop rig, two piece mast

 

Standing rigging: Stainless steel multi-strand wires with swage end fittings, forestay, lower struts, lower, discontinuous upper and three jumper shrouds per side

 

Hardware: Roller furling head sail assembly, in mast roller furling mainsail assembly, compression post, Selden rod kicker boom vang

 

Winches: Two Lewmar 30 and two 40 self-tailing winches

 

Sails: Roller furling head sail, roller furling main sail

 

Comments: The mast and associated rigging were visually inspected from the deck level only.  The mast and associated rigging are likely original.  The client intends to have a rig survey performed, please refer to the rig survey for greater detail as to the condition of the sailing system.  The age of the rigging and sails is beyond the scope of the survey.  The vessel was taken on a sea trial and sailed during the survey.  Overall the sailing system is in satisfactory condition.  The boom vang was bottomed out and could not lower the boom.  The roller furling drum line is installed in a manner that only allows one wrap of the sheets around the jib.  There are rust stains on the shrouds.  The stitching is failing on the jib’s sun cover.  The condition of the sails is beyond the scope of this survey.

 

Summary: Satisfactory

ACCESSORIES

 

Transom tender brackets, Aleko soft bottom inflatable, dodger, bimini top and aft shade structure in cockpit, garbage placard, waste management plan, oil placard, boarding ladder, LP bbq grill, electric macerator waste discharge pump, transom shower, Raymarine Axiom 9 multifunction device with plotter / radar, Raymarine wind instrument, Raymarine ST4000t autopilot, Raymarine ST60 speed and depth instruments, Danforth compass, engine instruments are tachometer, hour meter and indicator lights / audible alarm, Lewmar two direction electric windlass, opening port lights, Force 10 two burner LP galley range, Origo microwave oven, Adler Barbour DC refrigeration (two compartments), double galley sink, sump collector and pump, head includes manual head, sink and shower enclosure, chart table,  Icom IC-M402 vhf, chart light, Hunter Marine tank level indicator, Sony MEX-XB100 BT stereo, Xantrex LinkPRO battery monitor, navigation rules, Newmar PT-40U battery charger, dinette, cockpit cushions

 

SUMMARY

 

The vessel is a production composite fiberglass sailboat equipped with a diesel inboard engine.  The vessel was built in Alachua, Florida.  The current owner was not available during the inspection.  The broker reported that he purchased the vessel 1.5 years ago.  The broker believes that the engine is original.  The broker does not know the age of the sails, standing rigging or antifouling paint.  The broker stated that the current owner disclosed no knowledge of any problems with the vessel or any significant events in the vessels history, such as submersions, collisions, fires, etc.  The vessel was inspected in its slip, underway between the marina and the boatyard and back (in San Diego Bay) and while hauled.  The vessel is basically structurally sound.  The vessel functioned normally.  Upon completion of the primary recommendations, the vessel should be suitable for its intended purpose as a coastal cruising vessel.

 

Overall Summary: Satisfactory

 

Standard form key:     We use subsection and overall ratings to summarize conditions found, based upon their appearance.  Ratings include: Not examined, Not applicable, Faulty, Marginal, Satisfactory, Good, Excellent.

 

 

VALUES

 

ACTUAL CASH VALUE NEW REPLACEMENT VALUE INVESTMENT
N/A

 

 

The actual cash value is the value that our research approximates the selling price of this vessel should be, at the time and place of our inspection.  Consideration is given to vessel’s condition, geographic location, published listings and guides, comparable sales and listings, and market conditions.  The new replacement value is the cost of this or a similar, new vessel, comparably equipped.  The investment is the reported investment including purchase price and significant upgrades.  No values include maintenance costs, storage or tax.  The most relevant data found while researching the value is included below.  We primarily use market value analysis methodology for determination of value.

 

Explanation of value opinion: The value of the vessel is based on the soldboats.com reported sale prices and the yachtworld.com listing prices below.  The average sale price of the 2003 vessel sis $65,951, including the outliers and the none sold on the West Coast of the US, which usually brings higher value.  Based on the average condition of this vessel we raised the value slightly over the average for its location.

 

Length ft Boat Year Sold Date Sold Price Listed Price Boat Location
35 Hunter 356 2003 19-Nov-21 64,350 73,500 Punta Gorda, FL, USA
35 Hunter 356 2003 19-Nov-21 65,000 73,500 Punta Gorda, FL, USA
35 Hunter 356 2003 16-Oct-21 56,000 60,000 Sandusky, OH, USA
36 Hunter 356 2003 7-Oct-21 45,000 65,000 North Beach, MD, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 5-Sep-21 85,500 89,500 Charlevoix, MI, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 10-Aug-21 66,500 77,900 Annapolis, MD, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 5-Aug-21 68,000 71,900 Annapolis, MD, USA
35 Hunter 356 2003 21-Jul-21 88,000 95,900 Kenosha, WI, USA
35 Hunter 356 2003 12-Jul-21 69,500 72,400 Shelburne, VT, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 30-Jun-21 55,333 67,500 Kemah, TX, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 18-Jun-21 65,000 67,500 USA
35 Hunter 35.6 2003 15-Jun-21 65,000 75,000 Racine, WI, USA
35 Hunter 356 2003 1-Jun-21 73,160 73,938 Toronto, ON, Canada
36 Hunter 356/36 2002 29-Mar-21 93,318 93,318 Nanaimo, BC, Canada
35 Hunter 356 2003 19-Mar-21 73,160 73,160 Toronto, ON, Canada
35 Hunter Legend 356 2001 11-Mar-21 50,284 56,834 Greenock, Inverclyde, United Kingdom
35 Hunter 356 2002 9-Nov-20 40,000 55,000 Newburyport, MA, USA
35 Hunter 356 2002 6-Nov-20 55,000 57,500 Jacksonville, FL, USA

Hunter Hunter 356

US$73,541 *

36 ft / 2003

La Spezia, Italy

VACANZEAVELA Yachts

Hunter 36

US$89,381 *

36 ft / 2004

Bruinisse, Netherlands

House of Yachts Bruinisse B.V.

Hunter 356

US$62,000 *

35 ft / 2002

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

St. Barts – Jacksonville

Hunter 356

US$75,000 *

35 ft / 2003

Deltaville, Virginia, United States

Sale Pending

Norton’s Yacht Sales, Inc.

 

RECOMMENDATIONS

 

These recommendations are the surveyor’s ideas and suggestions for addressing deficiencies with damaged or suspect components or systems found during survey or general improvements.  The primary recommendations address safety items, structural issues, operational issues or deficiencies which the surveyor determines are of greater importance or more expense than secondary deficiencies.  For instance, items that pose a risk to passenger safety or immediate property damage are listed under primary deficiencies and cosmetic concerns are addressed under secondary deficiencies.  Most of the recommendations have been addressed in the comments and usually they are discussed at the time of the inspection.

 

PRIMARY

 

  1. Maintain the fire extinguishers per NFPA recommendations.  Extinguishers should be inspected and tagged annually and inspected by a qualified technician or replaced every six years.
  2. Replace the battery and EPIRB and register the EPRIB to the new owner.
  3. Display the documentation number on a fixed structural member of the vessel per federal regulations.
  4. The propeller shaft rotates in the coupler at the transmission, eliminate this condition.
  5. There was no visible high temperature indicator light, service it and prove it properly functional.
  6. Determine why the steering wheel does not turn to center when counting turns and the rudder appears to  turn more to port.  Address appropriately.
  7. Replace the head intake through hull valve, inspect the through hull, which exhibits corrosion, and replace if / as necessary.
  8. The propeller was dull when percussion tested and deformed at the edges, service or replace the propeller as necessary.
  9. There is moderate play between the rudder and the hull at a bearing, address if / as necessary.
  10. Determine the accuracy of the tank level gauges, specifically the water tank which read empty but water was present and assure they are properly functional.
  11. The shore power inlet is heat damaged, replace the inlet.
  12. The forward carbon monoxide alarm made no noise when tested, service and prove it properly functional.
  13. Assure the vessel has all legally required carriage items including a suitable sound signaling device which is available at the helm.
  14. Obtain proper propane bottles and remove the “camping type” propane bottles from the vessel, store them off the vessel until needed.
  15. We encourage installation of a propane alarm.
  16. The age of the standing rigging is unknown and there were stains visible on the shrouds, a rigging inspection is scheduled, comply with the rigger’s suggestions.
  17. Remove the water from the bilge, eliminate the source of the water.
  18. The fiberglass tabbing is cracked outboard of the dinette, repair the cracks and address the cause as applicable.
  19. There is rust at a junction in the bilge pump discharge hose, determine the significance and address appropriately.  We suggest eliminating the junction if it is a check valve.  Comply with ABYC recommendations.

 

SECONDARY

 

  1. There is various cosmetic damage, much of it is listed under hull and structure comments above, address as desired.  Cosmetic issues include: vinyl and gelcoat boot stripe damage, damaged rub rails, crazed windows and portlights and damage/repairs on the bow.
  2. There is a fiberglass repair at the hull to deck joint on the centerline of the transom, visible internally, assure the repair is proper and address if / as necessary.
  3. There is minor damage on the edge of the walkthrough transom seat, address as desired.
  4. There is corrosion on the pedestal base, address as desired.
  5. The aft cabin door lock does not function properly, address as desired.
  6. There is minor water staining on several areas on the interior of the vessel and the veneer has been replaced in spots.  Assure that any cause of the staining or replacement veneer is eliminate and address any remaining damage.
  7. There is rub damage on the bottom of the keel and small cracks at the leading and trailing edge of the hull to keel joint, address appropriately.
  8. There are minor blisters and minor paint failure at the bottom paint, address as necessary.
  9. The engine oil is dark, assure the engine is maintained properly. Comply with the mechanical surveyor’s recommendations.
  10. There is moderate corrosion, fluid and staining externally on the engine, eliminate the causes, service and clean to allow detection of any future weeps or leaks.
  11. There is play between the propeller shaft and strut bearing, address as necessary.
  12. There is no fixture on the transom shower hose, provide and install a fixture as desired.
  13. There is staining and moisture on the holding tank, eliminate the cause, clean to allow detection of any future weeps or leaks.
  14. The head pump leaks water when operated, eliminate the water leak.
  15. Determine the function of the DC circuit breaker labeled “spare” and label the breaker.
  16. The autopilot screen is damaged, address as desired.
  17. The center light in the aft cabin has no bulb, provide a bulb and prove the fixture functional as desired.
  18. The boom vang was “bottomed out”, assure that the boom vang is properly installed to allow it to assist to is full extent.
  19. The main sail has wrinkles and was difficult to unfurl the first time, assure that the system for furling and unfurling the main sail is established and followed, address any damage to the sail.
  20. The roller furling drum line only allowed one wrap of the sheet around the jib, modify to allow several wraps.
  21. The sun cover stitching is failing on the jib, address appropriately.
  22. Service and prove the ignitor on the galley range properly functional.
  23. The dodger, bimini top and sunshade exhibit age and exposure related damage, address as desired.
  24. The bilge and vessel are somewhat dirty, clean appropriately.
  25. Properly secure the grab rail to port at the companionway.
  26. The latch assembly in the port locker in the forward cabin is damaged, service and prove it properly functional.
  27. The fuel hoses appear to be original, either replace them or assure they are suitable for continued use.
  28. The following components were not tested or inspected: man overboard strobes, steering quadrant, sails, BBQ grill, free spool function of the windlass, sump pump, manual bilge pump, navigational and anchor lights, all functions of entertainment devices and all functions of navigational electronics (power up and basic functions were tested).

 

This survey sets forth the condition of the vessel and components, as specifically stated only, at the time of inspection and represents the surveyor’s honest and unbiased opinion.  No part of the vessel was disassembled or removed and no assumptions should be made as to the condition of concealed components.  Specifics were obtained from sources available at the time of inspection and are believed correct, but are not guaranteed to be accurate.

 

I/we certify that, to the best of my/our knowledge and belief:

 

The statements of fact contained in this report are true and correct. The reported analyses, opinions, and conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and limiting conditions, and are my/our personal, unbiased professional analyses, opinions, and conclusions. I/we have no present or prospective interest in the vessel that is the subject of this report, and I/we have no personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved.  My/our compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined value or direction in value that favors the cause of the client, the amount of the value estimate, the attainment of a stipulated result, or the occurrence of a subsequent event.  I/we have made a personal inspection of the vessel that is the subject of this report.  This report should be considered as an entire document.  No single section is meant to be used except as part of the whole.  This report is submitted without prejudice and for the benefit of whom it may concern.  This report does not constitute a warranty, either expressed, or implied, nor does it warrant the future condition of the vessel. It is a statement of the condition of the vessel at the time of survey only.   The submitting of this report creates no liability on the part of Christian & Company or the individual surveyor.

 

Christian & Company, Marine Surveyors, Inc.

December 6, 2021