No One Wants This ISLAND PACKET 44! Ep 367 - Lady K Sailing
The boat for sale: https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1994-island-packet-44-10017090/
Why is a 44-foot bluewater cruising sailboat priced so low? In this video, we take a deep dive into a 1994 Island Packet 44 that looks suspiciously cheap for its size, reputation, and offshore capability.
Island Packet sailboats are known for being strong, conservative, full-keel cruisers designed to cross oceans safely and comfortably. So when one shows up at a bargain price, experienced sailors immediately start asking questions.
The biggest reason? Original chainplates.
In this video, we explain:
Why this Island Packet 44 is priced so low
What sailboat chainplates actually do and why they matter
Why original chainplates scare buyers (and lower prices)
How serious the chainplate issue really is on older sailboats
What it typically costs to replace chainplates on a cruising sailboat
How smart buyers use known issues to negotiate a better deal
When original chainplates are a deal breaker… and when they’re not
If you’re shopping for a used cruising sailboat, a bluewater sailboat, or considering an older Island Packet, this video will help you understand where the real risks are — and where the real value can be hiding.
This isn’t a sales pitch. It’s an honest look at how experienced buyers evaluate older sailboats, how refits actually work, and how a boat with a known issue can sometimes be a much better buy than a “turnkey” boat with hidden problems.
⚓ This video is especially useful if you’re:
Considering buying an Island Packet sailboat
Nervous about chainplates or standing rigging
Looking for a liveaboard or offshore-capable cruiser
Trying to understand why some sailboats seem “too cheap”
Learning how to negotiate when buying a used boat
💬 Have you dealt with chainplates before? Would original chainplates stop you from buying an otherwise solid boat? Share your experience in the comments — it helps other sailors make better decisions.
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