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Inventory # 9766
Location: Moore Haven, FL
General Description: This 2006 42.2' Meridian 391 Sedan Bridge Cruiser was damaged and partially submerged when it ran aground. Hull in poor condition with shiny gelcoat except where fractured. Vessel ran aground with sufficient force to pull starboard shaft through stuffing box area of bottom creating fiberglass fractures through all hull laminates. Additional fiberglass damage to keel area and other areas. Starboard prop and shaft damaged beyond repair, Starboard strut doesn't appear damaged beyond repair. Starboard rudder post severely bent-suspect laminate fractures in the vicinity-Port rudder appears OK. Starboard running gear pulled back 18 breaking back half of transmission off and fracturing hull laminates in the are of the stuffing box. Water lines indicate water rose approximately 2 above lower cabin sole. Not all equipment could be tested as no power to vessel at time of inspection.
Other:
Florida 6% state sales tax will apply for Florida residents.
Storage charges will accrue after the 10 day grace period. Loading fees will apply if no trailer included. Buyer is responsible for loading fees. Hull Material: Fiberglass Height: Beam: 13.10 Displacement: 25000 Draft: 4.0 Engines: Twin Cummins QSB.5.9 diesel inboard engines. Both engines submerged. Engines preserved. Both engines seized. Transmission: ZF Hurth Transmission: starboard case broken and output shaft drug through hull with shaft. Port has fresh oil. Transmission not tested, condition unknown. Generator / Battery: Onan Generator submerged, not tested, condition unknown. Batteries submerged, not tested, condition unknown. Electronics: Electronics in good condition, but not tested: Northstar Explorer D310, Simrad AP26 autopilot, Simrad Plotter with radar, Garmin GHS 10 VHF, Track Vision M3. AC/DC Main elelctrical panel in good condition, DC power management panel in engine room in good condition. Galley: Galley with teak and holly sole, countertop with removable panes for the cooktop and the sink, Sharp microwave is serviceable; Origo stove was above water but knocked off mount and adrift due to impact, appears serviceable; refrigerator/freezer partially submerged. Appliances not tested, condition unknown. Interior with cherry wood interior (some lower areas of wood to port damaged from submersion); salon, raised dinette, master suite is forward, second stateroom is on the starboard side but lower than forward cabin so damaged by submersion. Upholstery starboard side of salon undamaged; lower cabins, except for V-berth mattress, in poor condition. Headliner in good condition. Carpet in fair condition, parts submerged, stains. Ground Tackle: Lewmar electric windlass, did not appear to be submerged, appeared in good condition, not tested. Canvas, Mast Rigging, Sails: Full enclosure on flybridge appears serviceable. Head: Separate shower and head compartments, each with its own vanity and sink. Shipping: Item sold "where is". Assistance with shipping is generally available; however, buyer is responsible for costs of preparing item for shipment and charges for loading vessel onto trailer or transport. Special Transport Info:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE Effective 06/20/03 Item sold "as is, where is" This item is sold "as is, where is" without warranty of merchantability, fitness or other warranty express or implied. Inspection of items, errors in description The winning bidder ("buyer") is allowed an inspection period to verify that the item substantially complies with the published description. A buyer who has inspected an item prior to final bid shall be deemed to have accepted the condition of the item at the time of the inspection but may reserve inspection following close of the auction only as to any changes in the item between the time of the initial inspection and a subsequent inspection made within the time for voiding the sale as set forth herein. The time period for voiding the sale and giving notice to USauctions of such ends the earlier of the time buyer ships or otherwise takes possession of the item, 24 hours following actual inspection of the item or 10 days following close of the auction. In the event there is a material difference between the item and the item description and buyer desires to void the sale, buyer shall so notify USauctions by email or by fax to phone prior to the end of the time period set forth. A buyer who voids a sale when the item substantially complies with the published description shall be banned from future bidding with USauctions in addition to any other remedies provided for hereunder. In the event buyer properly voids the sale in a timely manner as required hereunder, buyer's sole remedy shall be to receive a refund of the portion of the purchase price paid. BUYER SHALL HAVE NO RIGHT TO ANY PRICE ADJUSTMENT SHOULD BUYER ELECT NOT TO VOID THE SALE AS PROVIDED FOR HEREIN. Neither USauctions nor the owner of the item shall be liable for any of buyer's costs incidental to the sale including, but not exclusively, travel, inspection, shipping or repairs. Any actions undertaken by USauctions or any item owner to assist buyer with shipping this item shall not be construed as placing an obligation upon USauctions or an item owner to ship the item, pay for shipping or be responsible for the shipment i any manner whatsoever. Payment of bid, defaultBuyer shall be obligated to pay the lesser of 25% of the bid amount or $25,000 not later than the close of business on the third business day following the close of bidding. Payment instructions will be sent via buyers listed e-mail following the close of the auction. Payment may be made by bank wire, by sending a cashier's check by mail, or by direct deposit of a cashier's check into the USauctions trust account. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS ACCEPTED. Payment in full by collected funds is due no later than 10 days following the close of bidding. Buyer shall be responsible for payment of all applicable sales taxes, registration fees and transfer fees. In the event buyer fails to make all or any portion of the initial deposit or final payment as required hereunder, Buyer shall be in default and Buyers right to purchase shall terminate. In the event buyer defaults, Buyer shall be obligated to pay a fee to USauctions equal to 10% of the bid amount and Buyer shall further be obligated to pay the owner of the item any shortfall between the bid price and the amount received from an arms length resale of the item whether sold at a private or public sale. Buyer agrees to pay reasonable attorney fees incurred in any action to collect any sums due from Buyer. The venue for any action pertaining to the sale of this item shall be Broward County, Florida and shall be governed by the law of the State of FloridaRemoval of items, storage charges, risk of loss
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10 days
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any storage liens are paid, any necessary equipment is available and the
vessel is not blocked in. Buyer assumes risk of loss of the
item as of the earlier of the time buyer's right to void the sale
terminates or the time buyer acquires insurance on the vessel. In the event Buyer fails
to remove items in a timely manner, daily storage fees may be charged at the sales
location and/or the items may be removed and stored at buyer's risk and
expense.
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For titled items, delivery
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item owner. USauctions shall have no liability to
buyer or the item owner for failure to deliver free and clear title to buyer beyond refund of funds
collected by USauctions to the parties entitled thereto, upon return of
the item in substantially the condition sold. Buyer shall be solely responsible for applying for and taking all actions
necessary to complete registration, titling or documentation as buyer may
desire.
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