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Will-C

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Greetings,
Check out www.seawayboats.com They have a 24' Coastal Cruiser that bares a striking resemblance to a Rosbourgh. Rumor has it a dealer has one for sale in Ct. for 75k. It is a normally 150k and the builder has a pretty good reputation. Another trailable cruiser east coast built. Just a thought for the east coast folks anyway. Might interesting for some to check it out.
D.D.
 
I've seen that boat listed on e-bay over the last few months. I believe that they had a "Buy Now" of $75k with starting bid at $50k (with reserve).
 
The way the engine is mounted really adds a lot of space to the cockpit, I like that. These are pretty neat, classic lines too.
 
Dave,

I saw this boat at Old Lyme Marina in CT where I just bought my new trailer. Originally listed at twice this price, it appears well built and quite substantial. It is the first hull off, and thus has some issues with fit and finish, but overall I was impressed. Could be a great deal for someone willing to do some cutomizing. At $75,000, they are VERY anxious to make a deal!

Dun
 
My impressions are that the Scotia is a far less finished/detailed/outfitted/weather protected boat than the Rosborough, just looking at them, here, and in their websites:

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Joe. :teeth :thup
 
A couple of comments about Seaway Boats. First, the picture that got posted by Wefings is the Seaway 24 Offshore not the Coastal Cruiser. The Coastal Cruiser looks a good bit more like the Rosborough RF-246 with a full cabin and without side curtains.

Scotia Mist is indeed an RF-246, not a Seaway.

Seaway boats used to be a bit rough and the first Coastal Cruiser may have a fit and finish problem for all I know as I have not seen it. However, we have friends that took delivery of a Seaway 21 Seafarer this spring. The fit and finish on the 21 Seafarer was excellent and far superior to what I have seen on C-Dorys. It is not my favorite style of boat but it is a well done boat, handles well and is more finished on the interior than either a C-Dory or a Rosborough.
 
Yeah, that does look a lot like the RF-246.

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Marc --

The 21 footer you show is the Coastal Hardtop which to my eye looks ugly. My friends got the 21 Seafarer which is the smaller version of the boat whose picture you posted earlier. The lines are much more pleasing that the 21 Coastal Hardtop.

The boat is a nice boat but my CD-22 has far more utility that does their 21 Seafarer. No dinette on theirs nor a galley. My boat is a far better boat for overnighting or extended cruising. We talked at length about the C-Dory but they went a different direction.

Jim
 
I just happen to have a nice Seaway photo collection . Its a nice simple downeaster . Certainly has appeal but not as universal as the C Dory . I know the owners and they are great folks .I saw the 24 Offshore in Miami a couple years ago . It was an interesting boat .
Marc
 
TyBoo's picture is the correct picture.
Here are the spec's on the boat for those that were interested.
This is the cabin model, also known as a pocket cruiser, for cruising the waters of Maine to the coast of Florida, and the west coast. Anywhere there is water between the Atlantic and the Pacific, you can enjoy this boat. She is a shallow draft, dry, easy ride. She will sleep three adults, or 2 adults and 2 small children. There is plenty of space for mates to cruise along and be comfortable. The Table will drop down to make a couch. There is a walk around on the outside of the cabin, and a SS steel bow rail that encompasses the entire perimeter. Armstrong bracket on transom for your motor.


There are outlets for your coffee maker, so you can sit back and enjoy the morning sun or the sunset at the end of an enjoyable day of cruising. You can also add a microwave, keeping your life simple and enjoying the day.

The boat is all composite fiberglass. The only wood used in our boats is for the trim. The cabin has good air flow, so you can relax and enjoy the outside on the inside. Open your side windows, the front windows, and leave the back door open, and you don't need to run the AC to keep the cabin cool.

The only colors for the deck, house, and inside are always white.

For the cruisers among you, this boat will fill the needs for a short time cruise.
















Specifications: Beam 8'6"

Length 24'

Draft 14"

Max HP 175

Weight 4500 lbs (Dry)



Standard equipment: SS chocks and cleats / navigation lights / spray rails / quarter guards / bow pulpit with roller and deck pipe / V-berths with filler cushion / storage / 2 opening port lights with screens / cabin hatch with screen / privacy curtain / Ritchie compass / hydraulic steering with trawler wheel / 80 gal. fuel tank / 37 gal fresh water / 45 ga. holding tank / 2-interior cabin lights / electrical panel with battery switch /dual batteries / port and starboard opening windshields /sliding side windows with screens / dockside power / battery charger / cord / full length bow rail / interior handrail / lockable cabin door / auto bilge pump / enclosed stand up head with holding tank / pump-out / storage cabinet / hot water heater / shower /dinette with forward facing seat / drops to 6' bunk or couch / storage under / 110 outlet / galley module / helm seat / single burner stove / sink cutting board / 110 V. outlet / storage under / 12 (110) volt refrigerator / paper towel rack / 2 roof vents with screens / full length SS hardtop rails / transom door / choice of hull color.



Optional equipment: Air conditioner / bow thruster / outboard rigging / interior window curtains / anchor windlass with chain and 200' rope / enclosure with screens / Bennett trim tabs / electronics packages / cockpit bimini top with boot / microwave with dish and cup storage / bottom paint / 2 burner stove (1 electric and 1 butane) / port and starboard wipers / macerator pump / carpet / shrink wrap."
D.D.
 
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