2004 Regal 3880

I'm back with a few more questions. My wife has a couple concerns, that maybe you can help me out with. I apologize for the "girly" nature of these questions, but I'll do what I can to convince her that this is a good boat for us!

1. The "mattresses" in the second stateroom are flimsy and look uncomfortable. Has anyone changed those out to something different/better? Also, have you changed the bedding on those? Do you just use twin comforters?

2. Kitchen storage seems to be minimal. Is the in-floor storage in the salon suitable for dry-goods (boxes of cereal, case of water, etc.) or is it too deep to get easy access to? Any thoughts on how you have maximized storage is appreciated!

Thanks again for all of your responses!
 
Rommer,
Hows access to service items on the boat (fuel filters, Gen Set, Spark plugs, pumps, shower sump, etc)

Also,
Are the diesel motors smaller (footprint) than the big block gas motors?

Walter
 
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Originally posted by BryanK

I'm back with a few more questions. My wife has a couple concerns, that maybe you can help me out with. I apologize for the "girly" nature of these questions, but I'll do what I can to convince her that this is a good boat for us!

1. The "mattresses" in the second stateroom are flimsy and look uncomfortable. Has anyone changed those out to something different/better? Also, have you changed the bedding on those? Do you just use twin comforters?

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While we usually sleep in the main stateroom we have slept in the mid stateroom and did not find it uncomfortable at all. When using it we use the fill in piece from the wall and then standard queen size stuff fits fine.

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2. Kitchen storage seems to be minimal. Is the in-floor storage in the salon suitable for dry-goods (boxes of cereal, case of water, etc.) or is it too deep to get easy access to? Any thoughts on how you have maximized storage is appreciated!

Thanks again for all of your responses!

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I'll try to take pictures this weekend but I added selves to each galley cabinet to gain space. As for the salon storage, dry goods, beer, wine, soda, water etc can easily be stored there. Ours has 2 storage lockers plus the AC area. The long skinny one is used for paper goods and my diving kit as well as boat manuals etc.
 
Thanks, Rommer. I like the idea of adding shelves... most boat storage spaces are just empty caverns and not a very good use of space.
 
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Originally posted by walterv

Rommer,
Hows access to service items on the boat (fuel filters, Gen Set, Spark plugs, pumps, shower sump, etc)

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Fuel filters, NP

Gen set, piece of cake.

Fresh water pump pretty easy but you need long arms. Transfer pump, oil changer pump, impellers all very easy to access.

Shower sump, NP at all.

Sealand vent filter cartridge, BLOWS!!! Have to pull fridge which is only 4 screws put still a crummy job.

Never seen the gas engines in the boat so I can't comment on plug changes other than to say I am not a small person in any way. Even my fat a$$ can crawl outboard of each engine to access for example the hot water heater on the port side of the engine room located under the bridge stairs and on the starboard side the vacuflush system to change the duckbills. So I'd imagine that plug changes on the outboard side of the gas engines would not be a big deal.

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Also,
Are the diesel motors smaller (footprint) than the big block gas motors?

Walter

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I would guess the gas would be a bit wider but not as long as the straight 6 Yanmars but then again the Yanmars are used everyday as repowers for most large block gassers. Just looked it up and the Yanmars are 32.2 inches wide by 50.2 inches long while the 8.1's are 26.54 inches wide by 30.72 inches long so it looks like 8.1's are significantly smaller than the diesel so plug access should be very easy! (Almost the entire cockpit floor is removable.)

Weight wise the diesels weigh roughly 450lbs more each so a lot more metal there.
 
John,
Good to know. Thanks! Still torn here b/w diesel and gas, gonna come down to whats available when I sell mine!
 
Dave, when are you going to sell yours???
 
Mike, if I had a buyer it would be sold. Just not alot of people looking at boats. I have a guy from Denmark interested, so we will see what happens. I am back to considering trading it, since I can't find a buyer. I have done everything I can in running ads, but broker says there are not alot of people looking at boats over 30'.
 
Thanks John,
I am really impressed with the use of space on that boat, my boat is roughly the same length 37'7" with a LOA of 40'6" but my beam is 8" more 13'10". Point is,your Regal has more interior room. The Regal is a real smart boat.

Walter
 
Thanks Walter, Regal did an amazing job with the interior on this boat. Every one that comes on her is impressed with the space. One downside to that though, the wife and I have looked at boats to move up to for example the Sea Ray 44 sedan and there just isn't that much more room! Looks like we will have to wait till we can afford the 48 or 52 Maratimo we have been drooling over before we can upgrade!
 
BTW - the Regal 3880/4080 beam is only 13' with LOA of 40' 1"

As mine is labeled 3880 it is a 38 footer at the marina but it magically becomes a 40 footer at the bar! ;)
 
"As mine is labeled 3880 it is a 38 footer at the marina but it magically becomes a 40 footer at the bar!"

That's funny and can totaly relate. I too like the 44 Searay, very pretty boat, but not worth the jump (price) for the additional room (not much more than mine). I am waiting for a good deal on the 45C Silverton.

Walter
 
I can also comment on a few of your concerns as well. I have owned my 3780 (3880,4080), since new in 2001 and also use it as a live aboard for my family of 3 during summer months.

1.Mattress in 2nd stateroom is noticeably thinner than the one in master stateroom, but has never been an issue for my 17y/o son
who sleeps there every day or any of our guests.
2.Galley storage can vary depending on the year. Earlier models prior to 2005 had considerable more storage areas in both the
galley and salon floor storage. My boat has a 'pantry' which stores all plates, bowls and spices, along with a small shelf
under the galley sink for storing cleaning supplies, which is not present in newer models which has a larger trash container.
I utilize both salon storage areas for along with area under salon dinnette.
3.Engine/mechanical access is excellent as I do all my own maintenance.
4.Starboard list is noticeble on all models I have seen and driven, and does not appear to be related to uneven fuel distribution
Unlike Rommer, I have gas engines and cannot transfer fuel but instead live with it with no adverse effects.
 
Well, I went to the boat show earlier this week to take another look at the 3880. I still like her a lot and will be taking my wife and kids back to the show tomorrow. Assuming my wife likes it as much as I do, I'm hoping to be able to strike a deal and make her my own. I'll keep you posted!

Any last minute things I should be paying attention to on that boat?

Certainly, no deal will close without a sea trial and survey; however, do any of you notice the "hobby-horse" ride effect that some bridge boats deliver?

Thanks!
 
Yes, it is a barely used 2004. Very low hours (60), but has some wear. The family had 4 kids and used it almost exclusively as a floating condo, so carpets need to be cleaned, etc. Overall, it is in good shape, though. My wife and I are quite meticulous when it comes to cleaning boats, so we'll have her shining like new again.
 
Sounds nice.
Probably still under warranty on engines.
Good luck, wish I can get mine already!
 
I doubt the engines are under warranty. Mercs usually carry only a 2-year warranty. I'll have to look into that, though.

Are you any closer to selling yours?
 
Mercs can be upgraded to a 5 year warranty.
Volvo's have a 7 year. The 2003 I was looking at with volvo's is still under warranty.
Now I have my eye on a diesel one.

I have a few nibbles on my boat, hopefully one of them bites, but at this point, if it sells, not sure if I will buy or go the winter boatless and make a deal in the spring.
 
Well, things have taken an interesting turn. I received a call from my dealer today--one day before I was going to go down and put an offer in on the Regal 3880--only to find out that they sold it to someone else (pending financing approval). Turns out that this guy did not have a trade so they moved forward with that deal. Bummer. I was really looking forward to next season with the 3880. Oh well... I've been searching for the next boat for the past year, and it looks like my search will continue!

Thanks again to everyone for all of your help and input on the 3880.
 
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