ArconaBoats, models and buyer's guide

Swedish brand known in the sailing world for sporty, relatively light-footed cruiser yachts with a strong emphasis on sailing characteristics. The same brand name may mean a different layout and technical equipment for older and newer boats. We explain which details are important to Arcona Sailboats.

What sets Arcona apart among sailing yachts?

The combination of a tight deck, steering feeling and an interior for touring makes Arcona interesting for people who often sail themselves and like to trim.

With a sporty sailboat, the balance between weight, speed and comfort is often more prominent. See if the decor fits in with your regatta plans or longer tours. For pre-owned boats, the history of repairs is an important part of your selection. Ask for invoices and the reason for previous changes.

Who are Arcona boats for?

Buyers who Arcona usually already have a clear picture of their sailing style: active sailing, regular maneuvering and possibly club competitions.

Write down how many people usually travel, how long you want to stay on the road and where you can store the boat. This prevents you from paying for space or performance that you rarely use. Look for maintenance access under benches, floors and panels. A nicely disposed of installation is less practical if checks or repairs are very difficult to perform.

Comparing Arcona models and versions

Model series as Arcona 345 or Arcona 385 are mainly used for searching. The sizes and amenities cannot be reliably derived from just the model name. Other examples are: Arcona 435, Arcona 465. The year of construction of a Arcona 345 does not say everything about the condition of the ship without information about the execution and adjustments.

Use a targeted search term as Arcona Sailboats to find the right category within the many boat types. Make up the brand name later with model, length or year of construction if you want to compare more closely.

What to check when buying a used Arcona

Look for maintenance of keel, rigging and rudder system. The state of competition sailing and the composition of the sail wardrobe also determine which additional investments are needed.

• Scumbag: Think of how to safely dock the ship with the crew that usually sails.
• Documents: Ask how the ship has been used in recent years and whether it has been idle for a long time.
• Usage: Check that the insurer requires certain documents or inspections for the intended route.
• Particularities: Make arrangements on how known defects are documented before the final transfer.

The risk derivatives are not always present in the visibly expensive components. With Arcona For example, an incomplete file on small repairs may give rise to more targeted questions.

Prices and ownership costs for Arcona

The asking price of Arcona can vary considerably according to year of construction, size, equipment and technical condition. Without a concrete model and current sales offer, a fixed price indication makes little sense. A comparison of demonstrably similar versions gives more guidance.

The equipment of Arcona may affect annual costs. Each system has a maintenance requirement; assess which equipment you really use and which especially adds extra complexity.

How Arcona compares with other boat brands

If you have alternatives to Arcona search, compare hull type and purpose first. Only then do differences in appearance, finish and optional equipment have meaning.

For comparison with Arcona are also the brand profiles of X-Yachts and Solaris Yachts useful. When searching advertisements for Arcona 345 and Arcona 385 are the exact technical data and the inventory list more important than just the type plate. When looking at specific advertisements, pay particular attention to the purpose and condition of those individual boats.

Find Arcona listings on BotenUnie

BotenUnie brings together buyers, tenants and advertisers. For Arcona be displayed under the brand profile as soon as there are appropriate advertisements. The other boats are in the complete offer.

Those who compare quietly, see which copy of Arcona is appropriate for the intended use. Pay particular attention to verifiable data and do not be guided by appearance alone.