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[dserrell]

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[Potcake boy]

Dave,

I'm not sure why they would have gone down to what I know many consider an appropriate selling price.  The 2002 that sold a while back was an astonishing steal for the buyer.  The boat information and pics seemed to suggest that the boat had been stored indoors and virtually unused - like brand new condition.  The asking price as I remember was $8,900.00.  Obviously it was snapped up in an instant as I recall by someone moving to California where the boat was located.  I hope they at least paid the seller's asking price with dignity.

I purchased my 2002 a little over a year ago and received the original paperwork and docs.  The selling price new with outboard was right at $30,000.  So if Compacs hold their value - which I know they do - why are they being sold so cheap.  The 19 is a sought after model no longer in production because as I understand it was too expensive to produce as a 19 foot boat.  Since they are now in limited supply (very few on the market) why would the price be so low?

Of course a significant factor in resale is condition and age of sails and fitment.  I have to chuckle when I see a 20 year old boat for sale with original sails "in good condition".  A lack of upkeep and upgrades can really affect the resale price, as well as overall appearance.  One thing I avoid like the plague is weird pointless owner upgrades like wheel steering on a 19, or the addition of a mizzen or staysail for a cutter rig.  You did notice the odd changes to the rig of that boat.  Kind of like the father was a 19 and the mother was a Compac catboat.

But as they say,"beauty is in the eye of the beholder".

Ron

[Craig Weis]

If any one wants to purchase my Comfort & Joy for $15,900.00 or even $14,000.00 please step forward.
I'll go buy two Com-Pac 19's and rent/charter one out.
skip.

[botelerr]

I'm with you , my 84 is in for $10k,, newer sail, cusions, 9.9 electric start, trailer and more...I'm ready for the 27 two slips down....