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Azimut 80 or Fairline Squadron 78?

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by Sealove, Jun 17, 2008.

  1. Sealove, Jun 17, 2008
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    Sealove

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    hi guys im going to buy my yacht in few months since im searching at the moment can anyone educate me a little about the Azimut 80 and the Fairline Squadron 78 ?

    anyone knows how much they cost ? standard an options ?

    thanks in advance and looking to join the yacht owners club soon.
  2. hbyachtboy, Jun 17, 2008
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    I know that one of the members in this forum just recently bought a 78 Fairline Squadron. You can talk to him about it. I don't know too much about the Azimut 80.
  3. KCook, Jun 18, 2008
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  4. Sealove, Jun 18, 2008
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    thanks guys.

    well im more confused now lol reading about other yachts as well.

    sunseeker and princess seems ok to me, i want to compare prices options and sure owners reviews before i buy one.

    i also contacted Azimut and they promised to send me all the info's ASAP.
  5. Capt J, Jun 18, 2008
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    I would stay far away from sunseeker and princess. Quality is not the best, access to maintanence items are a bear. The Azimut is the best of the bunch mentioned but they still have their issues....... access to parts in the US, electrical has always been a downfall of theirs............. I would take a good hard look at the 80' Hatteras.........
  6. PropBet, Jun 18, 2008
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  7. NYCAP123, Jun 18, 2008
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    Sealover,
    You may not be quite confused enough yet, so let me help you. :D Talk with 10 boaters and you'll probably get 10 different answers. I've captained several Sunseekers up to 60 ft, Azimuts to 68 ft and currently a 2002 50 ft Viking Sport Cruiser (Princess). Of the bunch I like the Viking best overall for seakeeping and systems, folllowed by the Sunseeker and don't like the Azimuts. Unimpressed with where Hattaras has been going lately.
    DK your location. It's very relevent for parts, service,etc. Good luck.