4m RIB Humber, Searider or something similar!

LizS · 20 November 2009, 21:23

Hi,

We are looking for a 4-5m RIB, with a 30-40hp engine, rollercoaster trailer. All in good condition. Would prefer a Humber or a Searider, but open to suggestions!

Based in Cornwall, but willing to travel for the right boat.

Please help!

Thanks,

Liz

chewy · 20 November 2009, 21:29

A small Destroyer would be good but you don't see that many of them. I think the Seariders handle better than the Assaults.
What sort of budget do you have?

Welcome to the forum!

LizS · 20 November 2009, 21:34

Budget is a little elastic, finding the right boat is the important bit! :-) Been a bit of a fruitless search so far, running out of places to try!

chewy · 20 November 2009, 21:44

Ian Sharlot · 20 November 2009, 21:48

or

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F215579

Good value and local ish to you.

chewy · 20 November 2009, 21:49

Thats an Assault though isn't it?

gibbo500 · 20 November 2009, 21:54

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F215579

Here is an Assault for sale with a great Tohatsu 50 (slightly bigger than what you wanted). I saw this boat for sale at Wolf Rock ribs in Salcombe last year and the person who bought it kept it moored at Brixham.

Where abouts in Cornwall are you?

Ian Sharlot · 20 November 2009, 21:54

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Originally Posted by chewy

Thats an Assault though isn't it?

It is an assault but still good value

LizS has not said what model she is looking for.

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chewy · 20 November 2009, 21:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian Sharlot

It is an assault but still good value

LizS has not said what model she is looking for.

Good little boats, go like stink too. Depending on what the boat is used for could be ok. I know alot of people who buy them for the fact they fit in most garages.

LizS · 20 November 2009, 22:01

Cheers Chewy, 'friad I've already seen all of them, but appreciate the effort :-)

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F218614 - Engine too big (running costs too high)

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/RFT160 - Engine too big

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F217467 - Possible, but VERY long way to go to view. (Cornwall to Scotland!)

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/MOR408 - Engine too big

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F213651 - Engine too big

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/JAY588 - Engine too big

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F219429 - Condition not great - patches on tube, but price good!

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/YAM079 - Possible, but VERY long way to go to view.

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F218451 - Possible, but VERY long way to go to view.

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F218227 - VERY tempting, been trying to arrange a viewing. (May have already sold)

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/DBO120 - Need a centre console.

LizS · 20 November 2009, 22:04

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F215579

Taken this one for a test drive, very overpowerd and stern heavy - other than that great boat! :-) think I would have bought it with a 30 or 40hp on.

Ian Sharlot · 20 November 2009, 22:04

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Originally Posted by chewy

I know alot of people who buy them for the fact they fit in most garages.

They are popular to people wanting a rib to fit in to there garage and also a popular little safety boat.

chewy · 20 November 2009, 22:06

The 60hp is too big due to fuel costs but the 40hp two stroke is ok?

LizS · 20 November 2009, 22:11

Good point ;-) weight is a consideration for us too. We launch across a soft sandy beach, and often need to land in surf so ideally looking for an engine with manual tilt and trim.

chewy · 20 November 2009, 22:14

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Originally Posted by LizS

Good point ;-) weight is a consideration for us too. We launch across a soft sandy beach, and often need to land in surf so ideally looking for an engine with manual tilt and trim.

Why manual trim and tilt, do you run it up the beach?
My SR has a couple of patches but holds air well.

LizS · 20 November 2009, 22:19

When we have to yes, not ideal I know.

We're likely to be using and abusing the RIB, so really want to start with one without patches so there's plenty of room for my own ;-)

chewy · 20 November 2009, 22:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by LizS

When we have to yes, not ideal I know.

We're likely to be using and abusing the RIB, so really want to start with one without patches so there's plenty of room for my own ;-)

I know I'm bias but I'd get an old SR if I thought it was going to be run up a beach.

Ian Sharlot · 20 November 2009, 22:31

At 4k for the assault and probably less if you put an offer in. you will struggle to get another 2006 boat. From memory, I think it has a roller trailer. move the console forward and change the engine if need be.

lyonvern · 02 July 2010, 15:27

Dear liz

I have an Avon searider SRM4 Metre Deluxe Rib for sale on a trailer with a 50 Hp Mariner engine all in good condition.

Please let me know if your interested

Vern

07748915243