WARNING....Watercraft mix, USA

[FisHard]

Sorry to hear its panned out so badly. I can only add to the comments here to say I hope you get the cash back and asap.
I apologise for my earlier remarks concerning your post.
I had "issues" with a boat dealer in the US, so I can understand your frustration. I wouldn't say never, but I doubt I would go throw the hassle and risk of a big $$$ purchase o/s.
Good Luck!

[predator]

I guess in a bizarre sort of way things like this are a good thing to have out in the open, it allows potential OS buyers to see that regardless of how much you plan and so on, sh!t can happen, be aware and try to best cover all your bases.

Exactly Noel, doesn't matter how much research you do, you can still get burnt in some way. It may not be on the 1st, 2nd or 3rd occasion that it does, but the odds are shortening.

Cheers

[predator]

Can I ask why you are selling? There seems to be a lot of boats that get sold not long after people import them...

Due to the extra money ($13600) I had to find in a hurry... But I think I may have found a cheap private mooring down the coast.

"hopefully I have/can source a private mooring and get it out of the marina and remove the add"

Cheers

[predator]

amazing how most of those yank boats all have almost identical layouts in similar size range.

Did you get it with 240V ac on board????

These are a big boat inside compared to others of the same size according to all reports.

It only has 110 volts (Gen). I wont be staying at the mooring on it, so it will get shore power to the battery charger only which is made to take Aussie power supply. The air/heat, hot water and microwave (these are the 110v items) will be used with the Gen out on the water.

cheers

[Jarrah Jack]

Have you sent Watercraft Mix a link to this thread? May be worthwhile letting them know that the biggest boating forum in Oz is taking notice. I won't be going near them when I import my next boat.

[Zippidy]

I have just tried calling them. It's 8.15am there at the moment, so didn't get through. I'll have a crack in an hour or so.

[predator]

Have you sent Watercraft Mix a link to this thread? May be worthwhile letting them know that the biggest boating forum in Oz is taking notice. I won't be going near them when I import my next boat.

Not as yet...but I have threatened them with the internet and suddenly they have started to communicate again...I will delay it for a week and see what happens.

cheers

[mustang5]

How is the saga going?

I'm really saddened to hear this, not only for your sakes as I can't imagine how frustrating it is for you, but also for the fact i was half way through booking the next boat transport through them when I first read this.

Hope it all pans out for you.

[predator]

How is the saga going?

I'm really saddened to hear this, not only for your sakes as I can't imagine how frustrating it is for you, but also for the fact i was half way through booking the next boat transport through them when I first read this.

Hope it all pans out for you.

They are ignoring emails and contact attempts from a USA government department. I have been issued a claim form to fill out and I can claim from a bond they hare holding.

Hopefully this will get my money back.

cheers

[cormorant]

Noticed this as I have a search for shaft drive. Weird way to advertise a boat.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI....E:B:SS:AU:1123

[WalrusLike]

Noticed this as I have a search for shaft drive. Weird way to advertise a boat.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI....E:B:SS:AU:1123

WTF?? Is that an add for the miracle fuel polarizer or a add for a boat? Is it someone trying to get out of a contract with the insolvent transport company? I don't get it at all.....

[BM]

The way I read it was a smoke and mirrors attempt to disguise the fact that its running a big thirsty pair of 7.4L big block Chevs.

He claims fuel economy consistent with a Diesel engine of same HP! Yeah, good luck with that claim and that could be tough to defend in court.

The company is an Aus registered company. Reg in Dec 2011. Previously he set up Global Marine Solutions in 2009.

Written by an Aussie going by the way it's written and the words used but certainly got a heavy Yank "waffle" slant.

Seems to me to be genuine enough, he's looking for a buyer before or during transit. Smart move really. A buyer now at a slightly lower dollar is better than arriving with no buyer.

[Trophy]

Just wondering how it's panning out for you ? Any joy yet? My boat arrived in Brisbane 2 weeks ago from Watercraftmix only to find the freight has not been paid as well. I was in the same predictament as you. I had to pay for the shipping again also $1075 for 5 days storage at the port. I was wondering if you could give me some advise, apart from don't use Watercraftmix again.
Cheers Peter

[predator]

Hi Peter.

Sorry to hear they have also done this to you.

I did receive all but $400 of my money (via cheque) from a Bond company in the USA a couple of weeks ago due to exchange rates etc, better than losing nearly 14 grand.

I will forward you the contact details of the people who I was dealing with. It took over 6 months to get my money back and Watercraft mix thought they were doing me a favor in paying it.... Hopefully the contacts will come good for you also, its not a good feeling.

Don't hesitate to contact me if you need anything.....GOOD LUCK!

[my v16c]

Glad to hear you got the majority of your money back Predator.....you must be relieved.
Cheers My V16C