I had a visit to Brooms Boats again today to Survey this Ocean 37 for Pre-purchase. Based on the same hull as the Broom 37 Continental this boat has a significantly different superstructure and changes in the interior layout. Outside, the decks run all round the boat at one level.
Inside, the forward cabin is larger, made possible by moving the galley, now 'corridor' in format, to one side of the saloon towards the stern. The layout of the aft cabin varies between two single berths each side or one double berth accessed from one side. In contrast to the Continental and Crowns, there are no side doors between the saloon and the side decks.
Most boats like this example were fitted with twin side mounted 145hp turbo-charged Perkins 6.354 diesels. Some were fitted with 175hp Perkins, giving a slightly higher top speed.
Surveyors comments:
Make sure the boat was actually built by Brooms. Although mainly early ones (early seventies) there are a surprising number that were Aquafibre mouldings fitted out by other yards. There should be a builders plate with the build number. Telephone Brooms, think it is still Andrew Stone or he may just have retired, or see them at the Southampton Boat Show. Bound to be there. They will tell you the history and confirm the build.
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:
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Inside, the forward cabin is larger, made possible by moving the galley, now 'corridor' in format, to one side of the saloon towards the stern. The layout of the aft cabin varies between two single berths each side or one double berth accessed from one side. In contrast to the Continental and Crowns, there are no side doors between the saloon and the side decks.
Most boats like this example were fitted with twin side mounted 145hp turbo-charged Perkins 6.354 diesels. Some were fitted with 175hp Perkins, giving a slightly higher top speed.
An interesting fact is when this model first came on the market by Broom in the 70's they were - wait for it - only £12-13,000!
Surveyors comments:
Make sure the boat was actually built by Brooms. Although mainly early ones (early seventies) there are a surprising number that were Aquafibre mouldings fitted out by other yards. There should be a builders plate with the build number. Telephone Brooms, think it is still Andrew Stone or he may just have retired, or see them at the Southampton Boat Show. Bound to be there. They will tell you the history and confirm the build.
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:
steventruss1@aol.com
