4/14/2023 0 Comments Inboard outboard boats for saleThe hull molding has an inward-turning flange, onto which the deck molding is dropped. Minor hard spots are visible in the topsides, probably caused by the attachment of interior furniture and bulkheads.The deck molding is cored with end grain balsa, giving a solid feel underfoot as well as providing reasonable insulating properties.S2’s hull-to-deck joint is the basic type that we would like to see adopted throughout the industry. Gelcoat quality is excellent.Slight roving printthrough is evident, but it is not objectionable. Glasswork is excellent, and is noted by owners as one of the main considerations in buying the boat. The boat was replaced by the similar S2 8.6, which continued until S2 stopped making sailboats in 1986.ConstructionThe hull of the S2 8.5 is a solid hand layup. Production of the 8.5 ran from 1981 to 1983. She has a fairly straight sheer, fairly high freeboard, and low, raked cabin trunk with dark tinted flush ports. Her hull dimensions, sail area, displacement, and general design characteristics put her square in the middle of the modern 28-footers such as the Tanzer 8.5, Newport 28, O’Day 28, and the Pearson 28.The boat’s styling is conventionally modern. In the early ’80s, S2 reached more for the performance market with the Grand Slam series of small boats, and the 10.3 “offshore racer-cruiser.” These higher performance boats were designed by Scott Graham and Eric Schlageter, well known for their MORC and smaller IOR designs.The S2 8.5 is a 28-footer cast in the company’s traditional mold. In the 13 years S2 sailboats were in production (S2 still makes powerboats), the company produced a variety of modern cruising designs from the board of Arthur Edmunds, all characterized by longish fin keels, freestanding spade rudders, straight sheerlines, and a staggering variety of draft options and cockpit locations. Here is a Review from "Practical Sailor" S2 8.5 MeterThe 8.5 is good for cruising the coasts in comfort and style-as long as you like the modern look.When Leon Slikkers founded S2 Yachts in 1973, much of the attention to detail that had previously characterized Slickcraft powerboats-Slikkers’ earlier boatbuilding venture- traveled with him to the new boatbuilding company. If you chose not to launch until next season the storage rates at the Marina for winter are extremely reasonable and the pre-paid launch will still be yours come next summer. Summer storage is paid through the end of this month and a launch is included in the purchase. Currently out of the water at Racine Riverside Marina in Racine, WI. No better deal can be found on solid and ready to sail Great Lakes cruiser with a clean inboard diesel - it is just time for me to move it along. Launch is all ready paid for with the boat yard. I looked at everything in this size and price range in the lower half of lake Michigan for two years and this is the nicest boat I could find by leaps and bounds. Very large cockpit.Includes steel cradle as well. All tabbed in joinery in excellent shape. Interior in excellent shape.Solid fiberglass hull. Chainplates recently professionally rebedded by boatyard. Halyards in good shape.New marine head and holding tank (never used). Newer mainsail in excellent shape.New Raymarine autopilot professionally installed. Recent full Yanmar service checkout since boat was last launched.Furling headsail in good shape. (always my preference)Inboard Yanmar diesel is extremely clean and fuel efficient. Clean and clear Wisconsin title.Tiller steering. I'm expecting a second child soon and really don't want to sell this excellent great lakes cruiser. After receiving your payment I will overnight you the title or meet you in person depending on timing and my availability.**** Very Nice S2 8.5A (28ft) for sale in Racine Wisconsin. Your buy it now or offer constitutes a binding agreement to purchase so please ask questions BEFORE clicking "BUY IT NOW" or making an offer. Please only buy or offer if you have positive feedback. I will send you a paypal invoice after a successful "BUY IT NOW" or an accepted offer. **** PLEASE NOTE: Because of the relatively low BUY IT NOW price, payment will be due within 24 hours via paypal.
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