No One Wants This ISLAND PACKET 44! Ep 367 - Lady K Sailing

The boat for sale: https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1994-island-packet-44-10017090/ Why is a 44-foot bluewater cruising sailboat priced so low? In this video, we take a deep dive into a 1994 Island Packet 44 that looks suspiciously cheap for its size, reputation, and offshore capability. Island Packet sailboats are known for being strong, conservative, full-keel cruisers designed to cross oceans safely and comfortably. So when one shows up at a bargain price, experienced sailors immediately start asking questions. The biggest reason? Original chainplates. In this video, we explain: Why this Island Packet 44 is priced so low What sailboat chainplates actually do and why they matter Why original chainplates scare buyers (and lower prices) How serious the chainplate issue really is on older sailboats What it typically costs to replace chainplates on a cruising sailboat How smart buyers use known issues to negotiate a better deal When original chainplates are a deal breaker… and when they’re not If you’re shopping for a used cruising sailboat, a bluewater sailboat, or considering an older Island Packet, this video will help you understand where the real risks are — and where the real value can be hiding. This isn’t a sales pitch. It’s an honest look at how experienced buyers evaluate older sailboats, how refits actually work, and how a boat with a known issue can sometimes be a much better buy than a “turnkey” boat with hidden problems. ⚓ This video is especially useful if you’re: Considering buying an Island Packet sailboat Nervous about chainplates or standing rigging Looking for a liveaboard or offshore-capable cruiser Trying to understand why some sailboats seem “too cheap” Learning how to negotiate when buying a used boat 💬 Have you dealt with chainplates before? Would original chainplates stop you from buying an otherwise solid boat? Share your experience in the comments — it helps other sailors make better decisions. 🔎 KEYWORDS / SEARCH TERMS Island Packet 44 Island Packet sailboat Used sailboat buying guide Why sailboats are cheap Sailboat chainplates Chainplate replacement sailboat Bluewater cruising sailboat Full keel sailboat Liveaboard sailboat Buying an older sailboat Sailboat rigging issues Sailboat refit costs Offshore cruising sailboats Need a consult? Click here to drop a message: https://ladyksailing.com/consults/ Want to help support Lady K Sailing? Click here to become a Patron: http://www.patreon.com/ladyksailing Or here to make a one time donation: http://www.ladyksailing.com/team-k Follow Lady K on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladyksailing Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyksailing/