Survey

Flanagan Marine Services · August 10, 2023

AverageOverall vessel rating
SoundStructure — no damage found
11 / 27Safety / other items
10 knCruise @ 2200 RPM

Surveyor's summary

The vessel was a 1990 Bayliner 3888 flybridge motor yacht with 175 hp diesel inboards — modified-V planing hull, full keel, transom-ended design in fiberglass, with a lower-station helm. From examination afloat and hauled of the accessible areas, the vessel appeared sound with no evidence of structural damage. Stringers were sound with no sign of water damage. Subject to correction of the Section A and B deficiencies, the surveyor considered the vessel suitable for her intended use.

Report
Survey dateAugust 10, 2023
TypePre-purchase condition & valuation
SurveyorArran Flanagan, NAMS® Associate — Flanagan Marine Services
Engine surveyorCesar Sosa, Seatech Marine
LocationAfloat at Alamitos Bay Marina; hauled at Marina Shipyard, Long Beach
Sea trial≈30 min, Pacific Ocean, overcast low 70s
Overall ratingAVERAGE condition
Sea trial
1500 RPM6.5 knots
2000 RPM9 knots
2200 RPM10 knots (cruise)
2500 RPM15 knots
Trim tabsGood working order
SteeringAll stations OK

Wide-open throttle wasn't reached during the trial because of a leaking radiator cap on the port engine.

Since the survey

The survey describes the boat the day we bought her. Work completed since then includes:

✓ Extensive mechanical work on both Hino engines✓ Full set of new batteries✓ NovaCool fridge / freezer✓ Custom black water tank✓ Smart toilets in both heads✓ New stainless port fuel tank✓ Fully enclosed cockpit

Condition terms

ExcellentNew or like new.
GoodNearly new, only minor cosmetic issues.
FairFunctional with minor repairs — monitor often.
PoorUnusable as is; needs repair or replacement.
ServiceableSufficient for the requirement.
OperationalBasic function confirmed at time of test.