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In a message dated 8/21/2004 9:43:58 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
writes:
> try getting a quote for various times of the year. there are such things as
> high and low season for shipping. my first quote was $12,500 for my tri of
> 36 X 20 in october. i opted for a february date at $8,000 which was considered
> low season for shipping from europe to the usa. i do admit that they have
> changed the pricing structure since i shipped but it should not turn out to be
> that much of a difference.
>
> just my thoughts.
>
> john
>
> ----- Oorspronkelijk bericht -----
> Van:
> Datum: vrijdag, augustus 20, 2004 7:27 pm
> Onderwerp: Re: lv-ab: Barges from Europe to the States?
>
> >In a message dated 8/17/2004 2:29:47 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
> >
> >writes:
> >
> >>I requested a quote for a 36' LOA boat to Europe, it was
> >$11,000, less
> >>discounts for advance payment.
> >>Lee Haefele
> >>
> >>Subject: Re: lv-ab: Barges from Europe to the States?
> >>
> >>
> >>>actually, the site is as follows...
> >>>http://www.yacht-transport.com/
> >>
> >
> >I requested a quote from Tortola/ st johns US BVI, (about 9 days
> >transit) for
> >a 56' -15' beam ketch,...to port everglades, fla....
> >$14,000....I freaked!! (I understand a pretty good size
> >boat,...but STILL!!)
> >I would consider it, if it were 1/3 that.
> >FWIW,
> >Patrick
> >
>
I should have also mentioned, at the moment it's August,....the next ship
date is for March 2005. (for the quote I got) I still don't see 14K a bargain
from St Thomas to Miami. (other quotes listed are europe to US)
I can see the time/wear tear for 4K, from Miami to St John, but next time
call me,...I'll do it dam near free.;-)
MY issue with the 56' was/is safety and seaworthiness...highly questionable
propulsion, (engine/transmission/stuffing box/prop) and rigging....fit to tow,
not fit to sail.
Regards,
Patrick
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