How long have you had your 563?

[Ozzie]

Giving my desk a much needed cleanup today I came across the original receipt for my boat dated 13.10.04 meaning I have had it 12 years this year and heres me thinking it was only 10. Time goes by quickly when your having fun. Really when i look back on my boat it has been the best value recreation item I've probably ever bought . Still on the original sails which come down and into their own bag after each sail. Still have the original Ancient mariner 5hp air cooled though only as a spare now. All up i have probably spent maybe a 1000 dollars (not including Govt robbery, insurance etc) all up on bits and bobs including the replacement old motor so really good good value for 11 and half years.

Ok heres a way to flush out old Members to see if they are still there . How long have you all had your boats . Hint.. Ian B is probably the winner.

[Yara50]

Nope, Ozzie you beat me. I purchased December 2005.

[Dr. Peter]

Around January 2011. The paint is still fresh.

[atles]

i am just 2 years lol
but it has been the best two years!for travel.

[Raya]

February 1993. Still a few jobs I haven't got around to doing yet.

[Ozzie]

Well done Raya, 20 +years of happy boatering. Don't sweat the unfinished stuff. As I tell my mrs you can't rush these things . Every boat is a work in progress.

I've had Whitworths bilge blower and a depth sounder sitting on the bench now for yonks , one day I will install them. If it doesn't work I think I've exceeded my return period