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Inventory # 10083

Location: Moore Haven, FL

General Description: This 1985 33' Trojan 10 Meter Express Cruiser went aground bending both shafts, props and rudders. Vessel was not submerged and both engines were reported to be running when the vessel was brought to the haul out after accident. The hull is in fair condition with shiny paint, vessel is painted. There were no evidence of holes in hull. There are several nicks and dings throughout the vessel above the waterline. It was noted that the propeller shafts showed heavy corrosion which appeared to be pre-existing condition and may not be serviceable. The struts are shimmed with wood which has deteriorated. There are recent gouges in the gelcoat below the waterline that penetrate the gelcoat that appear to be caused from the grounding. The rudders are transom mounted. No evidence of the vessel taking on water from the grounding was sighted. The overall condition of the vessel is poor due to lack of maintenance and repairs that do not comply with standard marine practice. Some soft spots in the aft deck were noted. The wiring in the engine compartment and at the transom is poorly done and not well supported. Some circuit connections use wiring nuts and electrical tape. The bow pulpit was apparently broken in recovery efforts and hanging. There was enough battery power in one bank to test some items. It appears that other items were powered by a different bank that was discharged. Not all equipment could be tested as no power to vessel at time of inspection.

Other:

AC is in poor condition. The AC raw water pump and controls are present. The AC unit has been removed.

Arch: Aft leaning arch supports antennas and bimini top canvas. Well secured.

Gauges and controls appear in fair condition. Most gauges were Teleflex brand, some were unknown manufacturer. All appear to be in serviceable condition.

Helm/Flybridge appeared in good condition.

Rubrail in fair condition. Nylon with stainless steel insert. General dings expected from a vessel of its age.

Swim ladder in good condition, Telescopic stainless steel ladder at the swim platform is serviceable.

Swim platform in good condition. Platform is well secured and serviceable. Some fasteners are corroded.

Trim tabs, Bennett hydraulic, appeared in good condition, not tested but powered up.

Upholstery, exterior, in poor condition. Exterior cushions are UV faded, cracking and stained. Upholstery under bimini was in fair condition.

Washdown: raw water: appeared in fair condition but would not power up.

Water heater appeared in fair condition. Raritan Marine type. Corrosion sighted at base. No power to prove.

Wet bar in fair condition. Cockpit wet bar with storage, no refrigerator.

Windshield in good condition. Tempered windshield is serviceable. Some fading sighted.

Other windows in fair condition. 4 opening portlights, 2 on port and 2 on starboard side. Some evidence of past water intrusion sighted.

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.

Boat stands are not included.

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Height:

Beam: 13.0

Displacement: 11250

Draft: 2.5

Engines: Twin Crusader 350HP 454 Gas Inboard Engines. There was power to the port engine which turned over. No power to the starboard engine. The crank did turn. Both engines were reported to be running when the vessel was brought to the haul out. No hour meters sighted. The engine compartment aft bulkhead is bare plywood and is deteriorating at the bottom.

Transmission: Borg Warner transmission. Low oil level sighted in the starboard gear. Unable to test, condition unknown.

Generator / Battery: There is no generator, it has been removed. The platform and associated wiring are present. Batteries appeared in fair condition but were mostly discharged, not tested. The battery switches were left on prior to inspection. Duracell Group 27, Duracell Group 27 and Everstart Group 24.

Electronics: Electronics appear in poor condition. Sitex Radar Array on arch. No unit for array sighted. Lowrance X70A inoperable. Raytheon RC420, did not power up. Uniden VHF, did not power up. Dual AM/FM/CD powered up. Speakers are reaching the end of their service life.

Galley: Galley with sink, storage, Goldstar Microwave (no power to prove, appeared serviceable), Haier mini fridge (appears recently renewed. No power to prove.), Princess 2 burner electric cooktop (no power to prove). Interior with galley, convertible/bunk style settee, convertible dinette, forward berth and head.

Ground Tackle: Good brand windlass appeared in poor condition. Does not appear serviceable. No power to prove.

Canvas, Mast Rigging, Sails: There is a full isinglass enclosure that is slightly discolored but serviceable. Gray bimini top with stainless steel bows. Stains sighted. Otherwise serviceable.

Head: Single Vacuum type head powered up. Integrated shower in head area. No power to water pump to prove shower operation.

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.

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Effective 06/20/03

Item sold "as is, where is"

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and giving notice to USauctions of such ends the earlier of the time

buyer ships or otherwise takes possession of the item, 24 hours

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item any shortfall between the bid price and the amount received from an arms

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sums due from Buyer. The venue for any action pertaining to the sale of this

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State of Florida

Removal of items, storage charges, risk of loss

Items must be removed not later than

10 days

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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

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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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voiding the sale or of seeking specific performance directly against the

item owner. USauctions shall have no liability to

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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

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