We are still here in Ft. Lauderdale working on the engine. After getting a bunch of quotes and talking to mechanics we found that it was just as expensive to swap in a new engine.
So we are now awaiting a fully rebuilt Yanmar 3GM30 with a one year warranty! It also comes with a new transmission. When it comes in we will get towed to the boat yard and have them do the swap. I thought about doing the labor myself but it wasn't too expensive and they will do it much faster and correct.
At that point we will put Bright Eyes in a slip somewhere between here and Stuart Florida and leave it with a broker to sell.
Since we are putting in a fully rebuilt engine with a one year warranty we will be listing Bright Eyes for $35,000. However, for the next week or two before we contract a broker we are offering her for $31,000 since we would save on the broker fee and slip fees.
Make us an offer!
