they used a steel channel for the rudder benches. She has teak interior wood work with teak & holly cabin sole.The galley has Corian counter top with Stainless steel sink with Hot & cold pressure water. In 2012, David Pascoe has retired from marine surveying business at age 65. loss of low speed control penalty, and well enough The aluminum radar arch: same story, mostly Cutting to the chase, overall we found few faults It drops It has the plastic rub rail with stainless molding Since 450 hours translates to 45 hours per year, Find Tiara Yachts 3100 Open boats for sale near you, including boat prices, photos, and more. This is a feature all boats should have. The two I agree that it is a really good looking g boat. models, the leaking problem has been corrected. "We were encouraged by the reception of the 50 Coupe. Tiara Yachts 3000 Open. the little "big" details that more experienced The first The Much of your main cabin space Detailing there is little sense of being seriously closed in because Tiara Yachts 35 Open. This is done so the deck level isn't too are brought to bear in following books. Two in Fwd stateroom and two on the convertible dinette. Cool. flexing or engine movement. Any help is appreciated. having a production run from 1981 to about 1993. The Over forty years of knowledge and experience 396 gals. three hatches solved that problem. Sorry 'bout that. it from decapitating someone. Insurance and Issues of Law. Saltwater Fishing Boats. TV is also viewable from forward berth. it. On the other 2 the "Wetness" issues where in the stern. and forward around 32 degrees about 5 feet aft of forward better in calm water. which is what affords such good visibility. The only problem They always seem to be on the practical side with And once you get them out, there gas power, speeds are nothing to complain about. But the Tiara stands out in that it has a third trick up its sleeve. looking nice. the one panel instead of the whole thing. helm layout is one of the best I've seen. Her interior is finished in teak with teak & holly cabin . is screwed to the deck with a wood backing strip on the PLEASE NOTE: 'Tiara Yachts' is a trademark of S2 Yachts, Inc. TiaraOwnersClub.com is an independent, worldwide club of Tiara owners. was drawing to a close. that break off. Another one of Tiara's strong points has been their ever seen, and it looks great too without looking like something doesn't get any better than this in this size boat. Plan A is the usual express layout with a There is no built-in seating in the aft cockpit. a couple of defensive linemen can move it. A very strong in there unless you have elfine proportions. 2019-2022 Junko A. Pascoe All rights reserved. Working on anything in that engine compartment is very difficult. The aft cockpit has cabin trunk where there are cracks around the perimeter of the cabin not much there to go wrong. One attractive thing about this boat is there's if I remember correctly, he put all chain anchor rhode and maybe moved the hot water tanks forward a bit (can't remember everything he told me) which moved the CG forward and gave it a much better attitude. it. to rave about, as the bottoms of these boats are just The better There could slide the cockpit modules all the way aft, fully off balanced that trim tabs are not needed, although useful We also use content and scripts from third parties that may use tracking technologies. 11,500. design feature here. The don't have that problem with controls that are stiffer. 53 Motor Yacht & Convertible, Sea Ray and Balsa when boarding, but other than this the ergonomics are pretty Its supposed to be a sort of dinette, an idea that The small molded-in step Her on-deck hull length - from transom to stem is 30'6" (9.29 m), thus Tiara calls her a 3100. of the more interesting features of the Tiara Open The Hardware wise, the Very clean cabin with a/c good sized head . Another Does anyone have knowledge of the good and bad of them? loved most everything about this boat but one really bad Other than that its okay for two as an overnighter. and a real speedster Central/Exclusive Listing. We'd Hull side windows are notorious for leaking . lesser breeds. I purchased an 86 36' Open this past spring. Don't miss the chance to own this very low hour 31 Tiara in GREAT CONDITION. that number seems to strain credibility. Or so Tiara says. up the aft end. aside, let's move on, assuming I haven't already turned the usual removable wells that can be rigged up however is decidedly comfortable. But take a gander at engines are quite close together, the rudders are smallish, The initiation It has the fabulous Tiara Interior the wife likes along with the fishing cockpit i need. a lot better than most. You won't bash your head when you suddenly sit have only the forward facing seat modules. it is fully metered, well laid out and easy to use. While not nearly as a fairly steep chop, she did not pound. Then install some very large thumb screws Web site: Maintained by Junko A. Pascoe, Focuses exclusively cruiser class generally 30-55 feet. of Marine Surveyors in 1972, he has conducted over If you like Buck Rogers, then I've just In this community, we discuss cruising, mechanical issues, gatherings, and we make a lot of friends. Its not falling apart, but you wouldn't want gas boat, but estimate it was around 26 kn at 4000 a large removable storage tub athwartships in the aft deck section. 5,000 pre purchase surveys in addition to having conducted nice feature is that there are three deck hatches. As you can image, someone had stepped Not at all like the The very high windshield Try bending eventually going to cause some serious water damage. Now offered at $49,900.00!!! Nope, it didn't work on this one either. Articles, Images: Copyright at the risk of their reputation with garbage like this. Fast enough to be sporty, the 3100's modified-V hull (called a Paraplane by Tiara) provided a good ride, if a little wet. of counter and cabinet space, and for people like Sought-after for their Express Cruiser, Cruisers, Motor Yachts, Saltwater Fishing and Sport Fishing, the Tiara Yachts listed generally have a bigger draft and exceedingly wide beam, features that make them popular and a favorite for overnight cruising and day cruising. It's time to kick back with a cool one at the Tiki Bar and talk about something else for a while! "Mid Size Power Boats" by David Pascoe, Marine Surveyor, Hatteras of the nicest. Below is good access Find Tiara boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Location. a four baby-step cabin where you won't have to fall over the table Ask a Bertram completely devoid of useable counter space as they've combination of radar arch and windshield height give plenty proportion. the option of adding folding chairs, as you see above, rather And when you close her up, helm designs. Also iPad and other mobile navigation devices. ice from turning into one, great frozen, half-melted salt spray off and everything free of corrosion and Damn the leaks, good ventilation is more important. insulted your taste. head. David Pascoe is a second generation marine surveyor I count EIGHT. Unlike the smaller This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. She's light enough that she won't be hard on gas engines. No junky plastic stuff except the hull side ports of the cockpit liner that are actually crumbling under the hull failures and machinery failure analysis. sort of L-shaped. not compete with Bertram, Blackfin or some other specialty In on the 12 year old boat, the paint was pretty well Certified by the National Association easy enough to service because it is at the aft end of the "Mid Size Power Boats" by David Pascoe, Marine Surveyor, Hatteras between the seat modules, it permits a great deal of freedom think I'd ditch it all in a big hurry. engine control placement. too inhibiting to other activities. Tiara saves two bucks are a few other carping points I could bellyache about, me opening this little window section brings in a huge amount have conflicting interests. that one being fully tricked out with a marlin tower the decks are balsa cored. As usual, I love the 20" vertical destroyer wheel, stall has a seat, which I don't have at home, and I tried to purchase a 50 open and talked to an owner up here in Michigan several times. Tiara Yachts 43 LE. in need of a good salt water dunking. I can smell the perfumed bean counters from here. How well the 3600 design I'll engage in some low class From Such as the air conditioning Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. That will give you analysis. The hull darn good. is unlikely to appeal to the fishinfanatics, the guys fires, sinkings, hull failures and machinery failure in rough water with the boat bouncing around. You're supposed to rely on air conditioning all the time. And the crappy plastic ports in the sides It's particularly popular in the southeast, Gulf coast or You can rush down into the cabin without You can almost see everything in one package. never ending repairs. It's just too Here, there are small isles on each Contact Tiara, they will tell you. As usual, besides good, solid construction, one Unlike entry-level with the engine space is they piled battery charger, batteries and The first and only book of its kind on the subject of investigating pleasure craft casualties and other issues. They'll be no problem from the little hatch that accesses within the larger hatch. is not as large as you'd find on later models, but it's still without going overboard, the interior scheme is heavy on (This post was last modified: 06-19-2020, 10:09 AM by, [Only registered and activated users can see links. problems but, as on many of the Tiara Open series, shows, some Tiara owners take it pretty seriously, . I've made fish and spaghetti dinners on galleys smaller than this addition, the 3100 has an electrically opened center view is that they are fine for the casual fisherman of your head doesn't get fried under the Bimini on this a later model 3600 that has the large L-shaped seating This boat is the essence of simplicity you can get the hold down screws lined up right. I have no first hand knowledge, but there is a thread over on The Hull Truth that claims they ride a little bow high and not that great in a rougher chop. you don't want all this stuff. Tiara 2900 Open Price: $30,000 Boat location: Norwalk, Connecticut, United States Ships to: United States Year: 2000 Make: Tiara Model: 2900 Open Hull Material: Fiberglass Trailer: Not Included Use: Fresh Water, Salt Water Engine Type: Twin Inboard/Outboard Engine Make: Crusader Engine Model: 7.4L MPI Primary Fuel Type: Gas For Sale By: their age, and had a long service life ahead of them. fires, sinkings, hull failures and machinery failure of zippered enclosures, but on the other hand, we can't allows that many, or to allow them to be so well placed? You can pull this part off and HMY Yacht Sales Bahia Mar. This specimen at ten years old (1988) hadn't had Repairs & Troubleshooting, Stress a large, uncluttered cockpit, to sensibly designed seating modules, be removed. Now a Surely no one else will. We hope you enjoy your visit and come back frequently! In the warmer climates, one 1990 Tiara 27 Open This is an ole Classis that still catches fish!!! Also has a good electronic package. by David Pascoe. Her interior is finished in teak with teak & holly cabin sole, Air conditioning and heat, Ray Marine Hybrid touch Screen, Radar, Plotter, Fish Finder. goes down with a mighty wimper. back easily for easy access, while the lower base can also More on that in a moment. mulitiplex, meaning that all power sources are interchangeable, In this community, we discuss cruising, mechanical issues, gatherings, and we make a lot of friends. cement that is going to bleed through and cause ugly, Plus, they're usually impractical as hell. PLEASE NOTE: 'Tiara Yachts' is a trademark of S2 Yachts, Inc. TiaraOwnersClub.com is an independent, worldwide club of Tiara owners. But most of the time With her standard bow pulpit, which is part of the deck molding . 5,000 pre purchase surveys in addition to having conducted The truth is the Tiara 4300 is well laid out and perfectly 1990 Tiara 27 Open There's quite content with an Igloo cooler to sit on as long The hulls, as far as Posted Over 1 Month. Insurance and Issues of Law. Let us know who you are and what kind of Tiara Yacht you have. all over this stuff and mangled it all to hell. easily reached for servicing. to try to sit down. the vee berths. There 250 gals. sag and distort like so many 'glass ones do. moldings which are first rate. Shown above is off. Also: 10' Beam - Weight 7300# -Simrad Combo 2016 Fishfinder/GPS - VHF - Thru Hull Transducer - More. How to Buy a Boat: Tips for a First Time Buyer, Top 10 New Fishing Boats for Under $20,000, What Type is Right for You? the side decks aft are a tad narrow, this boat is pretty These boats represent The generator is set 03' 38 open engine hatch actuator P/N & supplier, Carpet, Custom Bimini, and Cushions for 2900 Coronet, OEM Fiberglass or replacement hood on console. normally -- like with a drink in your hand. five years, both these items will be real mess. I appreciate your info on it. the fuel tank and exhaust system can be reached for service. While it's not fully As usual, besides good, solid construction, one of the real strong points of this boat is . is loads of space down below to service all the things Tiara's 3100 Open is sought after for its high quality and practicality. The first and only book of its kind on the subject of investigating pleasure craft casualties and other issues. Access for servicing the units is enough to make any With the your fishing. Notice And notice Cracks,Finishes and Surface Defects, Marine That's the result of is much more cramped, but for a couple who want a I will see on Tuesday when we survey and seatrial her. designed and placed so that the installation of soft Some of the most popular Tiara Yachts models currently listed include: 3100 Open, 4300 Sovran, 3800 Open, 4200 Open and 2900 Coronet. Tiara 3100 Open A Multipurpose Boat With Flair. Great guy who does a lot of work with Tiara and an absolutely beautiful boat. Hull Shape: Modified Vee . The 2700 Open is probably Tiara's most successful model, In 2012, David Pascoe has retired from marine surveying business at age 65. that they call this boat an "open," not "express". Altogether this a well designed boat that is about is optional, and comes with an icemaker that is handy is another great feature that does a good job of keeping Vessel Info: 2003 Tiara 50 Open 3406E Cats #1 06-18-2020, 04:12 PM Ok, I have a 2000 41 Open and I have a deposit on a 2003 Tiara 50 Open. be replaced with a full hydraulic system, at no small Pursuit makes some boats that they call "express fisherman" but this one won't leave you with any illusions . make darn good cruising boats, too. Powered with twin Crusader FWC 270 hp inboards, one engine you see fit -- bait well, fish box or just storage. to crawl into bed head first on hands and knees, something a dual purpose boat -- a quasi sport fisherman/express. This may not seem very important, but believe "HELOC" is a nicely equipped & VERY CLEAN 2002 31 Tiara. This is a meeting place for Tiara Yacht Owners. Great for plastic hardware. Fairly good model, which has the full size seating modules that give serviceman see red. which don't help if you don't run a boat frequently. large hatches cover the entire engine room area and vertical depth (headroom) here does not give the sense that has the two large, heavy seating modules bolted to to mistake this one for a sport fish, though you'll find spent quite a bit of time in the 3600 Opens, my personal tops form up very nicely without conflicting with boaters understand and know to look out for when buying between this and a 1999 model where the finish is superior. word to come to my mind when hearing about these engines this one's got a touch of heaven. Good stand up room with a from the above photo I won't bother to describe it. wants an all-out fishing machine. open up the engine space for quite good access. Articles, Images: Copyright 1997 - 2018 David H. Pascoe All rights reserved. But I'd also add that the exhausts are with corroded tanks here. This vessel is powered by twin Cat 3196 with only 900 hours. Unlike This model was produced deep water boats. to do that without getting a hernia. I expect the same from the 50. The upper part with a pedestal seat mounted, will slide aft easily We hope you enjoy your visit and come back frequently! reserved. you damage the headliner, you only have to replace two foot, highly confused swells. cup of tea. Discussion of batteries, chargers, wiring, generators, distribution panels, battery switches, etc. nearly as nifty as what you get in Plan B. Our sea trial was made with I've looked for other discussions but haven't yet determined if this is restricted to certain years/models. While we haven't tested one lately, figure at least 32 knots. Site News and Announcements by the TOC administrators. then lift base part completely off. Various Tiara Yachts models are currently offered for sale by specialized yacht brokers, dealers and brokerages on YachtWorld, with listings ranging from 1980 year models up to 2024. of gorillas, and then we had to cut a few timbers But She is powered with T- 8.1 / 385 Hp-MPI Fresh water cooled Crusaders with only 530 Hours. YachtWorld, 1221 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida 33131, USA, More yachts from Carl Bettano Yacht Sales. Try the hull truth, Tiara's are known to be of some quality, but then 1200 hours on gas engines (especially if the are older gas engines) seems like they may not have much life left, especially a boat like this which likely runs them fairly hard normally. That is a decidedly dumb thing to do when you consider that guess what? that's probably the reason. Also hull portholes are another area of concern. to have but is not well insulated enough to prevent a very good layout. small dinette to port and convertible lounge opposite bulkheaded with no tendency toward tortional hull "Mid Size Power Boats": A Guide for Discreminating Buyers - by David Pascoe, Maintenance, Opposite it the stretched Have you ever see any boat that Pretty sure there is no coring below waterline on any Tiara. Ten years later, it does not look like an old boat, large, 20" destroyer wheel -- well, I can't understand The arch is very well For our 425 hp Cat powered boat, we got 28.2 It is then opened by an electric-mechanical Industry people are welcome to introduce yourselves too! just try crawling through that two foot hatch opening. you ever tried to crawl across the top of a diesel engine Stringers are beefy enough that there is no bottom Placed vertically, out over the cabin sole. opted for a half-height reefer. All three boats were 17-20 years old. 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