Thank you for taking a moment to visit my 2001 Rinker Fiesta Vee Express Cruiser. This boat has very low hours and has been expertly maintained. This boat underwent a recent survey within the last few weeks (something I like to see when Im buying a boat) and the results were more than favorable. I am pleased to make it available to those who are qualified and seriously interested. This boat is one of the nicest Ive owned and is a pleasure in every category you may consider. From operating, to sleeping, to entertaining, I think you will find this boat checks all the boxes.
She is maintained in Havre de Grace, MD, known for its fresh water, yet ease of access to many Mid-Atlantic points of interest. Consider this when you compare this vessel to those found in Florida and on the East coast. The lifespan of both boats and their running gear is materially longer. Less headaches and better longevity means better weekend boating for you.
Rinker's 2001 310 Fiesta Vee is an express cruiser that represents one of the most versatile and all around enjoyable boats of its kind. It lives like a larger boat, enabling you to entertain, cruise and weekend with greater ease and at a lower cost than many boats twice her price. The 310 Fiesta Vee is a more-than-competent boat at serving two primary cruising functions. First, it's one of the largest-volume cruisers for its length available, with enough space to sleep eight for a weekend and stow all their gear, plus food and supplies, in an organized fashion. Yet, some nifty engineering applied to the topsides arrangement also makes it ideal for those whose boating pleasure comes from entertaining a crowd for a day on the bay. Doubling the possibilities for using the boat means more value.
Step onto the swim platform and settle into the rear sunpad. It's a great place to view the harbor while nursing a sundowner. Move the lines from the boat-mounted cleats to the cleats mounted on the platform's aft edge, and you can mill about without playing jumprope. The rear ladder, eases reboarding after a dip.
Swing open the transom door. The cockpit galley's solid-surface counter is as beautiful as it is functionak. The sink is lidded, and a shelved locker resides below (many of the stowage areas aboard the boat are shelved, providing better organization than builders who simply provide large, open spaces). In the back cockpit area, behind a neatly set hatch are electric battery switches. Close to the boarding door, this location is convenient for powering up when coming aboard or powering down after buttoning up.
The amenities keep coming. The aft lounge offers sitting, dining and laying-out positions. The long portside lounge can seat a crowd. This arrangement, plus standard camper canvas, means you can party on despite the weather.
Access to the bow is gained by ascending the discreet bow-access steps and a through windshield opening. These smaller steps leave room for the big, wide helm console and equally generous companionway, both of greater use and importance. Once forward, I found the pitch of the bow pleasantly shallow.
The cabin sleeps five: two in the V-berth, two in the aft cabin and 1-2 smaller folks on the convertible salon settee by simply pulling out the filler. The V-berth is ringed with cabinets instead of shelves. The galley features a backsplash recess for stowing bulky items like chips and paper towels. A residential-size trash can, one of three aboard, fits below. Full overlay cabinet doors provide a clean, frameless look. Plenty of light, ventilation and woodwork accented by brushed-nickel hardware invoke a fresh feel.
The head is a fiberglass module for ease of maintenance. The deep vanity, a vent port and ample throne room provide function. A faux-granite console inset plus the mirror frame lend style.
The 310 Fiesta Vee express cruiser attained plane smoother than most. It climbed imperceptibly over its bow wave and didn't abruptly drop into its running attitude. In heavier chop, a 26 mph head-sea speed is truly comfortable. At higher speeds, the boat didn't groan, though a green crew in rougher conditions might have. The boat, in essence, can take more abuse than its crew.
Running at all points of sea - upwind, downwind and on the beam - and using various trim and speed settings, and even pulling hard-over turns at full throttle, the boat exhibited no handling foibles. you could hand the helm to your teenager while checking the paper chart.
All in all, this is a great boat and can even be put on a trailer in a pinch for transportation to your home port. The boat has been fully serviced for the season and is ready for your inspection and sea trial. It is priced to sell fast, so don't miss out. Have a question about the auction? Feel free to ask Dave at 1-phone
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