AICON 64..?

Mr Pascal I did also speak with the captain who used to be captain of the first owner for many years and he said the boat was good for the value and only mentioned some minor things which he could remember as it was some time ago. He did compare them to the Azimut and said Ferretti maybe little better quality. Mostly cosmetic work was done and the regular required maintenance. He did say that they installed a ISO 50 AMP Marine Transformer top quality for that time and never had any major electrical problems. He also said that they did gelcoat repairs on the swim platform and some teak work on the aft. He did say that he need to see the boat now to get me better feedback.

The problem is Captain J was never on board of one or operated one for some time. Mr J only knew someone who was running one that was not very happy but one boat does not necessary shuts down on whole brand am I right? Also there need to be more details on the boat to judge.

Anyhow survey is going to be done including engines and generators and I will keep you posted.

Slimshady,

I understand but how can you make a judgment if you don't try it.

I am looking to purchase this boat and I would like to get feedback from people whole actually experienced it. I am only sharing my findings as I do research on it as it is costly toy.
I am not associated with AICON. I am actually looking also on 2008 Ferretti 63 as well but I cant just ignore AICON as I am trying to give them a fair chance as it seems lots of work has been done on it

Many of the people think that Aicon is closed but it seems it is not correct as they are now active from what I see.

If the boat was on water 2012 this means there is a good chance that things will be in much better condition comparing to something that has been in water 2008. Especially if it is getting full refit and along with cosmetic work.

Like I said I don't want to offend anyone. I asked Liam to join so he share if he wishes his experience. I am doing it with good intentions.
I personally feel that 2009/2012 Aicon 64 is not as bad as some people think. I am doing lots of research as this is my first expensive boat and I don't want to shoot my self in the foot with. What it worries me is that if I get another older boat for the same budget and I may need to start paying for repairs in couple of months of ownership which easily may go up in the 100K range. The boats which some of the folks recommend here are practically almost double the price which is not in my budget even if I wished... Hope this make sense. This is why there is market for Azimut and Ferritti and other brands. There is people class for all the boats right? People say about the 10% of the value of the boat as estimated budget for annual maintenance. So If I can get a good deal on the boat I am looking and nothing major for repair is needed during the ownership time this will be that I made the right choice and this is my goal.
I just really wanted to hear from people who actually have experience with it personally.

This is why I mentioned that it was 2009-2012 splashed as this is what is been advertised and Aicon conformed that is true when I emailed them. So the question here is pay for much older AZ or Ferretti as it seems this is the style I like or pay for AICON and take my chance. I will do survey regardless but sometimes things are missed even by the best.

I am not ignoring the part of gelcoat possible issues or electrical but I know that if I can negotiate cheaper on the price I may be able to take care of it without feeling bad and be worried about.

From what I understood that they are put in a brand new port Transmission and did complete work on the shafts and new propellers and engine alignments and so on and severing up to date everything. It was done by Sea Love Marine which I was told that it was one of the best

I have not seen any of them yet in real but I do plan to see them both on Jan 15th or 16th. I did get my financing approvals and discussed pricing on both yachts (Aicon is direct with the owner) and Ferritti is thru a broker. Like I said I am doing the homework now and I see lots of info on Ferritti Brans on the forums which is bad and good and not much info on Aicon besides what you guys posted and what I found from calling the captains phones and talking to the owner I mentioned. This is why I wanted first hand info no offense and I know many of you guys have lots of knowledge about boats/yachts and I respect it all. But it is hard to judge and I do like the fact the one of the boat is been recently updated seriously money spend on it

Yes Sir. I agree with this and I am trying to get to it and I promise to keep you guys posted as I am sure some people would like to know what happens.

The Marina said that the port side shaft hit a tire and this is why the transmission got split. There was no damaged to the Hull and they confirmed it was not grounded. All the repairs done professionally by MAN authorized vendor and all works is under warranty since they put in brand new transmission, propellers and etc.... Which makes me thinking if I go with the Ferretti will have NO WARRANTY on anything

Yes the Marina said it was some sort of Tire that hit the portside shaft / propeller and damaged the transmission