In my most humble opinion, the most beautiful boat yet, if she was a lady we would be talking Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffanys, classy, chic, heart pumping beauty. What a bargain, if only i lived State side my money would be on the table in a flash. Hats off to you gentlemen.
🇨🇦 our family had an Atlantic Clipper 41 from 1977 to 1982 - our father took us 4 kids and our Mom from Toronto, Ontario to the Exumas in the Bahamas in 1977/78. The best year of our lives !!!
Hi there Dan I’m just wondering if you’re the owners father and father-in-law.? LOL I think you’re spot on regarding the both selling capabilities thank you for enlightening are their viewers
@@YachtHunters No, a friends father was a doctor. The doctor previously owned a Tartan Back Watch 37 and went on to buy a new Mariner 40. I was a racing sailor primarily but the Mariner 40 opened my eyes to what a real sea going vessel was and the contrast was great. This was in Ashtabula, Ohio, on Lake Erie. When it was fresh, under jib and jigger on the M40, it was like nothing was going on. Trimmed properly for point of sail, between a close and broad reach, the boat tracked beautifully without touching the helm. The comfort at seas rating is around 48, among the highest for a 40’ vessel. To my mind, comfort at sea is very important and worth sacrificing some daily logged miles. in the 80s, the contrast between boats like Tartan’s, C&C’s, Erickson’s, etc, etc, in a given condition was great. The difference was between boats and a vessel that felt like a ship. So for living aboard and voyaging, with her spacious accommodations and sea keeping ability, a well found M40 is hard to beat.
When you guys show up, the boat’s owner must think the they have gone to heaven! Another brilliant review! Not only do I learn so much but also I roar with laughter viewing each episode. You guys are the greatest. Thank you!!!
Bravo for doing this astounding beauty! Those boats (the multitude of designs based on that hull) were overlooked for decades and could be bought for dirt cheap. This is probably the finest example I have seen in quite a few years. They are slow but comfortable and extremely safe as well as full of classic beauty. The quintessential blue water cruiser. The ketch rig no longer gets the love it deserves but it makes sailing easier for those who are up in years and allows for a comfortable and balanced sail plan to accommodate any conditions. I am surprised at the price, being a Japanese built version in incredible shape she should be going for a lot more than that. The drone shot at 14:00 of casually running jib and jigger should be enough to sell this boat fast, such a beauty. If I was ready this would be a contender boat. I admit to being gobsmacked by this one, but I have a long term love with that design. Good job Cap'n and Randy, you found an astounding boat for us this week. I bet this sells quickly thanks to this video.
Still Dirt Cheap when one sees they way it was preserved and maintained was, all that Good Stuff, seems to have been done what with the Decks sorted with Fibreglassing that alone today would be serious serious money... A good Survey and then one could see from same what you're looking at, but looking the upload it seems a sound very loved seagoing Craft. and that beamy design would keep you safe in a disturbed following Sea... Great Upload Captain 'Q'...
I admit that I just give them all thumbs up as soon as I start watching because it lets me keep track of which ones I've already seen. 😄 I do always like them, so I'm telling the truth; but more usefully to me, when I turn on one of Captain Q's videos and see the thumb already marked, it means that's one I watched already and didn't realize it. Since they do often have similar titles, it's helpful to have a way to tell!
The layout speaks of a whole different approach to sailing to the modern equivalent size boat. Personally I love it, the communal feel to the sailing experience. As a non-sailing watcher of many types of boat reviews, from liveaboard power, to these type of classic yachts, I seriously benefit in knowledge from this channel, the history of the boats and the clear explaination of the various rigging styles has finally penetrated my thick skull. An amazing raconteur.
I could get Talked into this... A few ideas for grading... 1) can it be a live-aboard 2) can it sail with only one person 3) Dryness while underway... Basically,,, is it a cruiser, or just for putsing around a bay to say you went sailing in a bar!!! Oh I guess #4) would you sail it to the Caribbean...
This is the most beautiful, and affordable boat, that I have seen! Absolutely stunning! I just can't help but wonder why such a gorgeous vessel is selling for just under $50,000?!!! Once again, my Thursday has been made perfect by your video Captain Q and Ran-Day! Sea Dog loves it too! I also must comment on the Captain's agilty in getting out of the V-berth! I rate the dismount an eleven out of 10! Magnifico!
As a boat owner I can say they are about 10k USD in fees and repairs every year (minimum). After a few years of trying to sell, you get so you almost want to go out and sink the thing to stop the bleed.edit: all the brightwork and teak deck and wood frame is the stuff of nightmares. Boats are the like the epitome of depreciation...
Fabulous boat, fabulous ketch, fabulous narration, from the Sea. My brother Tomlin, in New Zealand, built a ketch in New Castle. I would like to see that boat.
I'm worried about our Captain Q's shortness of breath..... Not prying! But we are Praying! Of course, this beautiful boat MIGHT have the same effect upon me... if I could board and IF I could afford. Well Done Video!
" There's a ship lies rigged and ready in the harbor. Tomorrow for old England she sails. Far away from your land of endless sunshine. To my land full of rainy skies and gales." Roger Whittaker. This small ship reminds me of that song. A very romantic yesteryear appeal about her and the price as well. " For you are beautiful, and I have loved you dearly, more dearly than the spoken word can tell." That is the feeling I get when I look at her.
My oh my! BEAUTIFUL! Y'all went on a sail on her, didn't you? That is my stomping grounds when I was Stationed at NAS Brunswick! Lived on Bailey's Island and then Bought a house in Harpswell. Lived up there a long time. Hopefully you went to Lands End and took a look at the p e Lobsterman Statue?! And....Ate at Cook's Lobster House!? It was in a Visa commercial, lol! Couldn't believe it. Again BEAUTIFUL boat! Are they saying here right away or waiting on a perfect buyer? WOW! You just brought back a lot of Memories for me! Thank you Capt. Q and Randy too!!🙏❤🇺🇲⛵⚓🍻
I just saw this one, what a great boat. I could see myself living on that boat 12 months of the year down here in the SE US. I really like that you were able to incorporate views of the boat under sail, showing both mizzen and genoa sails up. Wouldn't it be fun to invite buyers to make a video 6 months to a year after their purchase to further the experience for those of us who will not likely be fortunate enough to enjoy such a life. I could imagine an easier way for us older folks to climb into that fore peak birth. Thanks again to you and Randay for bringing me closer to the experience. Looking forward to your next one.
Again you made my day.....she doesn't look 50 but more like late teens by the looks of her.....Gorgeous and well taken for; Kudos for the owners. Thank you again for a great find and sure it won't stay on the market for long. May I say great video, sound and music as always and thank you to you both, you make me dream. Cheers and stay safe
This was fantastic to watch and a great example of a Bill Garden designed boat. I live on and sail a 1973 Seawolf Hunter and it is a tank and yet graceful. A good balance. And the amount of teak and old world charm in these boats make them cozy. It's a shame so many of them don't get the love and attention they deserve.
That is a stunning vessel. Larry Bird or Wilt Chamberlain would be at home in that Saloon. For that price it has to be the best value per dollar to the foot of any that has been shown so far.
That was a very nimble maneuver getting in and out of the V berth around the compression post Captain. Love this yacht!! She is really special and so beautifully maintained.
Safe to agree, everyone loves Captain Q. It's time you guys make a video on the history of the Captain. I would love for you to peel back the many layers of this living legend and share some stories from the PB. Where he got his start and about his sailing career. We are all excited for that video! Keep up the good work.
Only 40 feet. The interior looked larger than that. Hats off to the owners for their attention to detail. Showroom ready. Probably sold two days after you released the review.
Me too. Just a little, unpolished update vid would be nice. Maybe the CQ could do a quick tour of Randay's 'new' boat, just so it's consistent with the format we know and love.
Woefully underpriced for such a classic beauty, that has been clearly well loved and cared for. New owners are in for a treat. Thank you Cap’n and Ran-day for finding this gem.
I had use of two of these boats, the Garden 35 and Mariner 35 both wood hulls. The only difference was the owner of the company William Garden sold the company to Clare Oberly between the build of the two boats. 1964 &1965 great boats. They had, as most of his boats spruce masts (keel stepped main). They were great sailors, the first was sailed in races in the pacific northwest and won many first in class. The 35 has the same layout as the 40 and is a dry sailing boat the flare of the bow keeps the spray and splash of the deck and unless you get a wind spray or slide slap of the water you will seldom get wet. In the 60's most of the bright work was done in Honduras mahogany not teak and the cabinetry was top class. I would love to have one again! There is a 36 foot build of this and it is also a good boat. The original Sea Wolf used the 40 foot hull and built more of a cruising design.
Omg you have out done yourself with this amazing find.She is a real beautiful ship. The pride of ownership is incredible. Thanks for sharing another great video ⛵️⛵️⛵️🥰
Love listening to your narration and knowledge of sailing vessels which is limitless. Great walkthrough and very thorough as usual, you don't miss anything.
This is a lovely yacht, great job, would have been a good one for Ran-day. I can't think of why some of these classics aren't stll being produced, she just seemed to have it all.
Good morning folks, Your tour was so compelling I found myself wandering over to grey&grey yacht brokerage. You won’t guess whose image is prominently posted in the listing. …youz guys is big time now. Cheers
Truly, a highlight of the week! Captain Q, Ran-day and Seadog! Excellent narrative by the Captain, videography by Ran-day that I absolutely love, and the ever inquisitive Seadog! I love the lines and the woodwork on this boat. And with a 42 HP engine.
Really appreciate the history of Garden, and references to Monk (I slept a night in monks home on Bainbridge island mid nineties, the door had inteeaved blond wood). Captain and Sandi, great job!
