Wanted 6.6-7.5m Rib with four stroke 150+ - Page 2

Zagato · 21 September 2011, 17:07

Too small for the op but these are VERY REASONABLE.....

New Humber 5.7 Ocean Pro, trailer, engine package for 20K they leave extra seats for the client to pick. Humber Sports Dive Ribs for sale , New Humber 5.7 Ocean Pro, Mariner 125hp Optimax - Boats And Outboards

Also a 5.5 Destroyer, trailer, engine, A frame etc package for 17K

Dr Doof · 21 September 2011, 20:20

I wouldn't bother with the Humber A frame.

Mine cracked in 4 places. Humber's response to the problem was very poor.

You can have a much better frame fabricated for a lot less than you would pay for the Humber effort.

Mine was fitted by Humber when new. Four bolts through the transom and a couple of self tappers in the floor. Not very impressive.

Zagato · 22 September 2011, 06:30

Thanks for that Dr Doof

I am going to the Boat Show today to look at them all close up and have a really good poke around

I agree with fabricating items yourself. I have sourced a place to fabricate a double A Frame, cheaper £110 VHF etc, even seat boxes if it came to it, as you say you can fit out the boat much cheaper if you buy most of the stuff yourself. Have to say If I had the money It would be a lot easier to buy a bespoke product already done without the hassle of fitting it all

Warranties may also be affected if you start bolting your own stuff on but i'll check that out today.....

Zagato · 22 September 2011, 17:16

Well had a good poke around the RIBs today and the Humber looked equal in quality, A frame was bolted on, transom equal to others, build quality equal etc etc. For the price they are a good deal. 3K cheaper than a Ribcraft for the same low spec minus engine etc for instance, they may not have Ribcrafts finishing touches but for me trying to keep the costs down on a product that isn't exactly value for money (you can buy a whole car for 7K

) I appreciate the lower costs

I would find it very hard paying much more than 8k for a GRP hull and tubes - walking back past a car dealership on the way out puts things into perspective

Vandad · 25 September 2011, 23:39

I went to buy a rib and negotiated on this humber with the guy from Humber Ribs. Very helpful, and gave me the brochures and details so I contacted their sales team on Monday morning....

A bit disappointed TBH.

They said the full price (for the whole package) at the boatshow is around £23k. So we negotiated with their sales department, first of all too much variations in price from what they quote and what has been mentioned on their website. The website price is much lower compared to what I got in an email.

Eventually I managed to get a better deal (how in just 2min the whole sales team changed their mind....I don't know), but they suddenly said: Oh we can only sell you this package at that price without the GPS/Plotter (costs nearly £2k) and was installed/shown on the rib when we first saw the rib (see the picture).

I could not understand how they justify their prices, I even asked for the price of just the rib and hull and it was actually cheaper to buy a rib (same size, same colour) with a single console seat on it than buying just a hull+tube...!!!

Not a happy potential customer....and I walked away! [does anyone care really!???]

Dr Doof · 25 September 2011, 23:47

Looks good in black. I like the dual console and the seating arrangement, very family friendly.

price seems pretty reasonable.

Zagato · 26 September 2011, 06:09

Vandad, didn't you see the 5.85m/140HP all singing and dancing Ribquest up for 22K

(usually 28K!) It would be worth giving them a call - they can tell you why it is such a bargain but it has probably gone by now!! 2 only where available at that price... Buy it and sell it in 3-4 years time for the same money you paid for it. It was very plush if you like comfy bench seats, full width console with front seat, gadgets, A frame etc Somebody will have picked up a lot of boat, no good for me, It has to be ORANGE

arnie · 04 October 2011, 08:24

check out my chasecraft its a fine boat.

SeanSunseeker · 10 October 2011, 17:53

You could by my bananashark for that money. It is located in Poole so no transport needed!!

Freddy76 · 11 October 2011, 16:10

what about a PIRELLI rib?
the P600 with double step is great

Damien. · 29 November 2011, 10:54

How about a 2007 Joker Rib. Its 6m in length, comes with covers, cushions, a-frame etc. Powered by a 2007 150 Verado which has 60 hours on it and full service history. All work done by myself including a full service last week. Boat is sitting on a single axle roller trailer.

Asking is; £17,000.

Maximus · 29 November 2011, 16:25

Nice RC 6.8 for sale on here with low hours 200hp Suzi 4stroke,worth a look.In Poole too.

Leapy · 01 December 2011, 07:50

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Originally Posted by Maximus

Nice RC 6.8 for sale on here with low hours 200hp Suzi 4stroke,worth a look.In Poole too.

Not sure I'd class 238 hours on a 5 month old boat as "low"

Nice boat, even so :-)

Dry Run · 01 December 2011, 15:08

This any good for you?

Stingher 7M Rib for sale

Maximus · 01 December 2011, 18:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leapy

Not sure I'd class 238 hours on a 5 month old boat as "low"

Nice boat, even so :-)

I was reffering to the All Black one for around 20k,(which I have driven) in the For sale section...Which may fit the criteria perfectly,AND Stored at Poole. ''Conttentment'' is a nice package though, with a very high spec!

uygar · 01 December 2011, 19:16

hi
i ve been offered a new 6.5 hysucat with 115 mariner for £26,000
i can pass their details if any good

Maximus · 04 January 2012, 11:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by wonky

Hi,

I'm looking for a 6.5m - 7.5m rib, possibly Ballistic, Cobra, Humber, Predator, Ribcraft with 150+HP four stroke engine.

The boat needs to be in great condition with a FSH on the engine.

I'm based in Poole and have a budget of £20k.

Thanks for reading my post...

Jonathan

Did you get something sorted?

Bal · 05 January 2012, 22:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maximus

Did you get something sorted?

Hi maximus
I'm a new member couldn't help notice you are looking for a new boat well I've recently took ownership of a new 5.3 Ribquest good quality and a nice finish well pleased anyway hope this helps cheers good hunting : )

willk · 05 January 2012, 23:32

Bal, if Maxi and you don't behave, I'm gonna sell yiz both a Redbay, outta pure badness.

Maximus · 06 January 2012, 12:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bal

Hi maximus
I'm a new member couldn't help notice you are looking for a new boat well I've recently took ownership of a new 5.3 Ribquest good quality and a nice finish well pleased anyway hope this helps cheers good hunting : )

Glad your sorted

The Riquest's look like nice Boats and have a good rep,the best of luck with her!..What area do you cruise? For myself Being only 30 mins from ''The Dream Factory'' in Yeovil

and haveing watched thier Metioric climb from humble beginings (At the risk of upsetting Mr Redbay)

I must proffess to be a ''Died in the Wool'' Ribcraft fan,and looking forward to a 6.8. in Spring.