Tomcat fairly valued?

cmetzenberg · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 1:42 pm Post subject: Tomcat fairly valued?

https://www.boattrader.com/listing/2007-c-dory-tomcat-255-pilothouse-103711312/

Is it just me or does thing thing seem a bit cheap?

DavidM · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 1:45 pm Post subject:

Might be a little low, but it all depends on its condition.

David

South of Heaven · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 2:57 pm Post subject:

Seems low....especially for the low hours on the outboards. Only 153 hours on a 12 year old boat??

PaulNBriannaLynn · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 4:06 pm Post subject:

I've only been watching these things sell since 2011ish, but that's the cheapest I've ever seen a 255 TomCAT listed for. This one does look real clean too. I'm thankful its on the west coast or I'd be tempted to do something stupid like cash in some retirement.

gulfcoast john · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 7:36 pm Post subject:

Is it a Coast Guard Aux boat that has been rode hard, put up wet, and struck by lightning? Same price.

Happy shopping!
John

thataway · Posted: Fri Dec 06, 2019 9:57 pm Post subject:

I agree that the price is low--153 hours on 2007 engines, is extemely low--and only equals a little over 12 hours a year. My guess is some years not run at all--but you want to get maintenance records to verify the condition

This price is what you would expect a similarly equipped C Dory 255 to sell for. We have seen one really beat up Tom Cat which sold for a little less than this. If anyone wants a Tom Cat this could be a good buy--but be sure to have an engine survey, as well as the very least a qualified person look at the hull and systems..to give a second opinion.

I believe that the CG aux boat from Fl ended up in AK. Looks like an entirely different boat from the photos. Plus the Aux boat had newer engines I believe.

colbysmith · Posted: Sat Dec 07, 2019 3:38 pm Post subject:

For grins, I sent a request for information. Received a one word reply back. SOLD.

South of Heaven · Posted: Sat Dec 07, 2019 3:43 pm Post subject:

westward · Posted: Sat Dec 07, 2019 8:20 pm Post subject:

This appeared to be a great deal for someone interested in that boat. Used boat deals like this come along more regularly that one might think for those diligently looking and prepared to act immediately. Maybe the seller needed a quick sale to raise cash for another purpose, divorce situation, was moving, or was losing his storage, or it was an estate sale; who knows? Winter time is a very favorable time to get a great deal on a used boat, even more so after Christmas.

Living the dream · Posted: Sat Dec 07, 2019 9:05 pm Post subject:

I'm the lucky guy who bought the TomCat. I guess this is good time to introduce myself. My name is Bob and I'm from Alaska. My son and I flew out of Anchorage during a snowstorm to Oakland on Tuesday with a survey and sea trial to be preformed on Wednesday. Everything checked out extremely well. The actual hours after the engine diagnostic was 138 hours! We towed the boat to Seattle to store at a friends place until the first ferry ride to Whittier Alaska. Got home late Friday night. The vessel was obviously a boat slip Queen. My understanding was it belonged to an older gentleman who thought it was time to sell. After the boat arrives (In April) I plan on sending him pictures of her forever home in Alaska. I feel extremely fortunate to have found the boat and plan on going to the Seattle Boat Show in Jan hopefully to meet some of the people from this site.

colbysmith · Posted: Sat Dec 07, 2019 10:20 pm Post subject:

From what I hear from Tomcat Owners, you will be living the dream. I'm quite happy with my 22, but the Tomcat does offer some advantages!

cmetzenberg · Posted: Tue Dec 10, 2019 12:14 pm Post subject:

Living the dream · Posted: Tue Dec 10, 2019 11:08 pm Post subject:

Hey thanks for the comments and the P.M. I got a feeling this is going to be a very long winter for us. I do not believe April can come soon enough! My wife just picked up a copy of 'Cruising Guide to Prince William Sound' by Jim & Nancy Lethcoe so I guess we will bury our heads in that.
Bob

South of Heaven · Posted: Tue Dec 10, 2019 11:22 pm Post subject:

Wow, congrats Bob. This site never ceases to amaze me! I like your user name too

Fishcatcher907 · Posted: Sun Dec 22, 2019 1:21 pm Post subject:

That cruising guide is awesome!
I bought a chart of the sound, framed it and put it in my trophy room. We’re only 4.5 months away now! I can’t wait:)
Congrats on the purchase of a great boat!