Class of 1999: 34 ’99 boats become Classic Boats of historic value

New year, new used boats: here come the “1999 class.” To open the year, speaking of Classic Boats, several hulls, including 34 mass-built fiberglass models that, now, become Classic Boats of historic value, have just turned 25 years old since their first launch. This adds 34 Classic Boats to the more than 200 already surveyed by our editorial staff(find them HERE). And their value increases.

Class of 1999 – 5 Classic Boats of ’99 from 6.6 to 9.5 meters

Do they increase in value? Yes, but a value that is not only affective, but a real increase in the value they deserve because of their characteristics of innovation, beauty, quality, and performance. There are, in fact, boats that are worth more than others and will be worth even more over time. By now we have several times, these are the Classic Boat by Sailing Newspaper, boats built in fiberglass and in series since 1967 and with a minimum of 25 years on their shoulders, selected on the basis of very precise canons that transcend the age of the artifact and focus on its intrinsic historical value, starting with the overall design qualities and originality of the boat in its context. Below are 5 boats from the new 1999-related upgrade, Classic Boats from 6.6 to 9.54 meters.

• Do you have a Classic Boat and want to enhance it? We explain how to do it at the end of the article!

SPRINTO

Archambault; 6.6 x 2.29 m; 1999; Joubert & Nivelt

From the pencil of Frenchmen Joubert and Nivelt comes a small monotype destined for success. Agile, fast, and easy to maneuver, it offers a good sail plan and all the qualities of a moveable centreboard and rudder. A drift, in short, however, cabin cruiser and with room for four. A successful hybrid that also lends itself to nautical camping.

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Classic Boats. POGO 8.50

Pogo Structures; 8.50 x 3.60 m; 1999; Pierre Rolland

Success. Boat of the Year in 2001, 180 built and a big win within months of the first launch, with Michel Mirabel placing his Pogo 8.50 first in the 1999 Transquadra Solo. Simple, solid, light and still spacious, the Pogo 8.50 has redefined standards, with a boat that is excellent in performance, marine as little and convertible for spartan cruising. Cult.

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SUN ODYSSEY 32.2

Jeanneau; 9.50 x 3.00 m; 1999; Jacques Fauroux

Over 400 hulls sold and no small success for this small cruiser signed by the Jeanneau/Fauroux duo. The 32.2 is indeed the classic French-style cruising vessel; it is comfortable, has no shortage of space and light below deck, and the exteriors are optimized so that virtually anyone can take it. One boat for all.

• Find out how much the Sun Odyssey 32.2 is worth

Classic Boats. ESTE 31

Cantiere d’Este; 9.53 x 3.20 m; 1999; German Frers

Designed by German Frers as a 9/10-armed cruiser-racer, that of the Este 31 was a design that was appreciated from the start, especially by those who, forsa aware of the signature weight, immediately saw it as a racer with good potential. The lines are sleek, the rigging is well-proportioned, and, when cruising, you can still go there.

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GRAND SURPRISE

Archambault; 9.54 x 2.98 m; 1999; Joubert & Nivelt

By 1977 Joubert had signed one of the best-selling day sailers in history, the Surprise. In ’99 Archambault tried again, giving birth to Grand Surprise. The trick works. It may not be the successes of its “older” sister, but the boat runs and the public appreciates: it is an easy, fun, fast one-design.

• Find out how much the Grand Surprise is worth

The three steps to enhance your Classic Boat

Well, is your boat a Classic Boat? Now we explain how to dignify Classic Boats by Journal of Sailing and increase their value. We have created a network of professionals dedicated to precisely this enhancement.

• The first mandatory step in enhancing the value of a historic Classic Boat by Giornale della Vela is appraisal. We have identified two “top” appraisers(Davide Zerbinati and Danilo Fabbroni) who can draw up a real Classic Boat certification and see the historical value of the boat recognized. Only by careful analysis of the state of the property and its maintenance over the years, as well as checking that the original design has not been distorted, can its value be certified.
• Insurance is the second essential step, after the appraisal. Today it is difficult for an insurance company to value a boat that is at least 25 years old for its true value. With our initiative and a proper appraisal provided by our recognized broker(David Insurance), the intrinsic value of the asset is also recognized by the insurance company. And if the appraisal certified the boat’s excellent condition…the prize might even be
• Buying and selling is the third step that required dedicated professionals: we involved one of Italy’s leading brokers(Abayachting) capable of transposing the real value of each of the current 188 selected boats, both in the case of selling and buying. It helps you sell it or buy it at the best price by selecting the best buyer or buyer, performing an assessment of the boat’s condition.
• Our “dream team” of appraisers, insurers and brokers can be contacted with a click directly from the boat tabs.

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