Now I have to change the name of this blog! Sharon and I went to Baltimore last week, where we used to live, to see a couple of our doctors. While there we decided to go to Trawlerfest with the intent of taking a couple of courses there, but with absolutely no intent of buying a boat. To kill time between seminars, of course we walked the docks where the boats were and went on a few (well, alright, more than a few).
When we went on this one, a PDQ 34 Powercat, Sharon immediately fell in love, and I was quite impressed with the condition of the boat and the economical performance it promises at decent speed. Fuel expenses will actually be on par with Coast2Coast covering the same distances, although we will not get there as fast, not necessarily a bad thing, we will have tons more comfort and livability. While the fuel burn per mile will be virtually the same, the cost of fuel may even decrease as diesel prices seem to be lower than gasoline prices on the water. We can save even more by throttling back to trawler speeds. The owner even let us take it for a spin around the harbor after confirming our real interest!
After a couple of days haggling we agreed on a price and other terms and should close sometime in October after the survey and professional sea trial. Now we have to find a name. I'm thinking "Impulse Buy" or "Are We Nuts" or perhaps "Phase Three" since this will be another real lifestyle change for us after raising our children, then moving to our place on the water to retire. This boat has done the Great Loop with the current owner as well as a lot of coastal cruising and trips to the Bahamas. We are really looking forward to doing the same!
At the bottom of this post I have added a series of videos showing the features of a 2006 model PDQ MV34, the same year as this one.
Year:
2006
Length:
34'
Engine/Fuel Type:
Twin diesel
Hull Material:
Fiberglass
The PDQ 34, particularly ‘Bermuda Shorts’……….. -zips along (top speed of about 21MPH) -sips fuel (about 6 gallons per hour at fast cruise of 17MPH) -draws less than 3’ -can entertain 4 couples inside OR on the fly-bridge -can be completely beached -has huge amount of storage space -has been protected from the sun when not in use -has been protected against the #1 cause of diesel problems (bad fuel) by a fuel polishing system -operating costs are easy on the wallet
Can you imagine a better coastal cruiser, Great Loop or Bahamas boat? We don't think so....take a closer look! For those who have been following the PDQ, you know what a following this boat has gained. Serious cruisers have realized this boat is "it" and would talk to you for hours about it's positve attributes. The comfort, space, and fuel economy found in such a manageable footprint, make the PDQ 34 an obvious choice. Why spend more money in a larger, less economical, harder to handle monohull when you can have it all in PDQ 34'?
Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:
Boat Name
Bermuda Shorts
Specs
Builder: PDQ
Flag of Registry: Bermuda
Dimensions
LOA: 34 ft 0 in
Beam: 16 ft 10 in
LWL: 33 ft 11 in
Maximum Draft: 2 ft 4 in
Displacement: 15000 lbs Full Load
Vessel Walk-thru & Accommodations
A versatile and economical power catamaran with expansive interior spaces and dual helm giving you plenty of options for your cruising enjoyment. Entering through the glass sliding door aft, you step down into the spacious Salon including the Lower Helm Station with seat...Moving forward, the salon is centerline with a large U-shaped lounge and table that converts into a King Size berth...The Galley is down and amidships in the port side hull along with one Stateroom aft...The Head & Shower is down and forward in the starboard side along with the Master Stateroom aft...Throughout the boat teak and holly flooring and custom runners - all making for a homey feel...Abundant storage in cabinets, under-floor and on-deck. There is a large Flybridge with Upper Helm Station, seating for 8 and numerous storage lockers. Wide walk-arounds and stainless steel hand-rails provide for safe movement around the deck. Easy water or boarding access via stairs molded into each hull’s transom and a swim ladder on the port side makes getting in and out of the water a breeze!
Galley
The Galley - located amidships in the port hull and open to the Dinette and Salon - is well laid out and uses its space very efficiently.
7.5 cu. ft. Nova Kool 12v side by side fridg and freezer
2 basin sink with cutting board
Microwave/convection oven
Princess two burner propane stove
Removable seat back/pass thru to salon
Complete dinnerware and glasses
Set of nautical dinnerware, mugs, glasses, pots, pans, toaster, slow cooker, coffee maker, eating utensils, etc.
Salon
The Salon area of the MV/34 is one of her most appreciated features... Large windows provide un-matched visibility. There is comfortable seating for 8 adults...The Dinette Table drops down and inserts convert the dinette area to a large berth.
Phantom screens on forward window and door
Navy blue Sunbrella upholstery
Several additional 110v outlets throughout
(2) Hella Fans over dinette
Custom folding nav table
Custom carpet runners
Staterooms
Each Stateroom features a Queen Size Berth, reading lights, ventilation hatches and opening ports, large hanging & storage lockers and Pottery Barn comforters and shams.
Head & Shower
The Head is located on the Starboard Side forward...It contains convenient storage spaces, electric toilet and the separate stall shower...
Jabsco Quietflush toilet (uses fresh water)
Tank Watch /holding tank monitor
Ventilation hatch over shower
Sump pump for shower
Holding Tank
Accessed from forward deck
35 gal capacity
Electric macerator pump
Electrical System
The PDQ 34 is extremely well equipped. The heart of the system is a 5 KW Northern Lights generator for 120V support and a 460 AH 12v House battery bank. All wiring on the boat is professionally installed and easily accessed.
Northern Lights 5KW Genset (approx 295 HRS)
Prosine 2000w inverter (new 2014)
(24) DC Breakers
(12) AC Breakers
Volt & Amp Metering
(30) amp Shore Power (x2)
Marinco Splitter 50A
Shore power cord cover
(4) 6 volt house batteries
(1) Start battery for each engine
(1) Start battery for generator
Galvanic isolator
Engine & Mechanical
The MV/34 is powered by Twin 100HP Yanmar Diesels providing a fast cruise speed of approximately 17MPH and a fuel burn of only about 6 GPH. The engines have been well maintained and are in excellent condition. With only less than 1200 hours they are hardly broken in.
Twin Yanmar 100 HP Diesels (approx 1200 hrs)
Force10 Water Heater
Cruisair 18,000 BTU A/C unit (Salon)
Cruisair 7,000 BTU A/C unit (Staterooms)
Miscellaneous spares kit for both genset and engines
Dripless shaft seals
Dual Bilge Pumps
Shore Power & Engine Hot Water
Ball Valves on all Thru-Hull Fittings
Fuel Polishing
FilterBoss fuel polishing system (new in 2012)
Includes 2 x Raycor 500 turbines (as primary fuel filters) on each side
alarm indicates when a filter is clogging
provides back-up to engine fuel pump
Electronics
‘Bermuda Shorts’ boasts a full complement of E Series Raymarine electronics. This includes color displays at both helms, fish finder/depth sounder, 2 kw radar and weather receiver. The VHF has a RAM mic for flybridge. Autopilot has controls at both helms.
Raymarine 12" display on flybridge
Raymarine 8" display at lower helm
Smart controller autopilot (smart remote)
Raymarine 2kw radar
Standard Horizon VHF with Remote on flybridge
ST-60 depth sounder (Transducer in Port Hull)
Raymarine SR-100 Sirius weather receiver
DSM-300 depth sounder (Transducer in Starboard Hull)
(2) 4" Ritchie 4" compasses
AM/FM stereo CD player w/upper and lower speakers
Windlass control on flybridge and fore deck
Shakespeare 20 30 RV antenna for local channels
24" Sansui LCD TV w/DVD player (new 2013)
Navionics chips for chartplotter
US northeast & Canyons (CF/904 Gold
US southeast- Bahamas (CF/906 Platinum)
All US & Northern Bahamas (CF/1X Gold)
US Mid Atlantic & Canyons (CF/905 Platinum)
Canada & SE Alaska (CF/2X Gold)
Flybridge
The Flybridge has a beautiful layout...A wide array of cushions allow for large group seating...The Radar Mast and Bimini Top can easily be dropped down by one person for cruising under low structures...
Deck Equipment
The deck equipment on a PDQ 34 is quite extensive.
Dingy davits and upgraded hardware
8'6" Zodiac dinghy (new June 2014) w/15hp Yamaha
Stainless flag pole
(2) Rod holders
Current safety gear
FX16 spare anchor
10" stainless steel cleats on bow midship and stern
Additional amidship cleats
Aluminum toe rail
S/S opening ports with screens
(6) dock lines
(2) 10" x 16" fenders w/socks
(2) 18" ball fenders
Fresh water wash-down in addition to standard raw water wash-down on foredeck
Large deck lockers on foredeck
Quick windlass 1000W w/remote
Edson OB engine mount
Dickenson Sea-BBQ
Chain: 30' 5/16"
Rode: 200' 5/8" nylon line
Dockside water inlet
(4) side opening access gates
Textilene covers for all outside windows
Sunbrella black-out/UV covers for all outside windows
Safety Items
(4) Offshore life vests
Offshore flare kit
Rail mounted life sling
Antifouling
New bottom paint June 2014
Final Comments
Over the last four years ‘Bermuda Shorts’ admirably proved her capabilities as a superb Loop, Florida Keys and Bahamas boat.
She has been exceedingly well cared-for by her owner and no expense was spared in her maintenance.
‘Bermuda Shorts’ is turn-key and is ready to help her new owners achieve their cruising dreams. She was compounded, waxed and antifouled in June of 2014. She has a new Zodiac dingy, TV and inverter/charger.
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