Vicem 40

[Cape Jake]

Hadn't come across Vicem yet in our search, need to do some research. Uncertain if they even qualify as a true "Downeast" boat, but what a nicely finished vessel. Out of our size/price range, but impressed with what looks to be a lot of boat for the money. Any comments on their reputation?

'09 Vicem 40 YachtWorld

 

[Fishonnelsons]

All I know is they are sharp looking boats and make some serious larger vessels.

 

[sp543]

Cold molded in Turkey.

Some of the older, early 2000's Vicems I've seen looked a bit rough. Can't say for certain whether that's a quality issue from the factory or a maintenance issue.

 

[xbskt]

Different strokes for different folks but if I was shopping in that price range it would be Wesmac or better yet Morgan Bay while we are dreaming.

 

[kapnd]

No wonder that teak is scarce!

 

[ARC]

I dont want to be around when all that varnish starts to go.

 

[Cool Boat]

I did not get into the bilge but the ones I saw at Annapolis Power Show were gorgeous, with attention to detail, and upon stepping on the swim platform, barely moved/felt heavy.

 

[John Allin]

They're nice boats - this one is straight shaft drive ...not IPS like the Sabres and newer Vicems.
That's a plus in my book.

 

[MonacoMike]

I have one of the smaller Vicems , 38, (they make some pretty large vessels), and I love it, it is all mahogany (cold molded) and strong as hell.
I do have outdrives which is my only negative on the boat, I'm used to straight shafts.
The bilge is a beautiful place, very well laid out and gorgeous with all the wood. The interior 2-part varnish is still as good as new since 2009
and the exterior is minimal but a new coat goes on every few years.
We wanted a boat that is comfortable and a place you'd want to hang around on, this fits the bill. I will be moving to a larger Vicem when we are done with this one.

 

[TAftw]

I’ve only been on a few at the boat shows and they seemed like a good boat. Heard from other people in the industry they’re great and they can compete hard against Hinckley/Back Cove/Sabre etc because of the cheaper labor cost in Turkey.

 

[John Allin]

A survey will tell the truth.

 

[Fishonnelsons]

I have one of the smaller Vicems , 38, (they make some pretty large vessels), and I love it, it is all mahogany (cold molded) and strong as hell.
I do have outdrives which is my only negative on the boat, I'm used to straight shafts.
The bilge is a beautiful place, very well laid out and gorgeous with all the wood. The interior 2-part varnish is still as good as new since 2009
and the exterior is minimal but a new coat goes on every few years.
We wanted a boat that is comfortable and a place you'd want to hang around on, this fits the bill. I will be moving to a larger Vicem when we are done with this one.

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Looking at some but the wood has me scared? One coat every 3-4 years to stay that nice? Daily weekly attention, how, what etc

 

[Bern]

(3) coats of Captains every 2 years has worked well for my seaside clients' Mahogany deck rails. Not too much sanding, mostly hand work.

 

[John Allin]

(3) coats of Captains every 2 years has worked well for my seaside clients' Mahogany deck rails. Not too much sanding, mostly hand work.

Looking at some but the wood has me scared? One coat every 3-4 years to stay that nice? Daily weekly attention, how, what etc

It's not that bad and I second the Captains.
I use 1015 with two coats every other year...with some touch-up as needed in between.
It's tough to beat the looks of a good varnish job and worth the effort IMO.
Wouldn't recommend for a work boat though..better to just let teak weather to gray.

 

[BSEA]

A good testimonial for any boatbuilder is an owner who will move up to a larger model from the same (Vicem) builder. Meticulous wood working for sure on all the Vicems. I recall a post from someone in Turkey who found DEBF and was finishing a hull?

 

[MonacoMike]

As I mentioned the 2-part interlux varnish is still new from 2009 on the interior, there is little exposed wood on the exterior.
It holds up VERY well.

 

[MonacoMike]

Looking at some but the wood has me scared? One coat every 3-4 years to stay that nice? Daily weekly attention, how, what etc

Exterior every few years, the wood in the photo still has original finish.
I just wipe it down as I'm putzing about the boat every week. There are one or two spots at the base of a cabinet I need to redo as
it got some wear from feet and water.

 

[Bill]

A good testimonial for any boatbuilder is an owner who will move up to a larger model from the same (Vicem) builder. Meticulous wood working for sure on all the Vicems. I recall a post from someone in Turkey who found DEBF and was finishing a hull?

Idris.. big hairy ones on him.. He read the Royal Lowell book and just figured out how to build a downeast in his dad's basement in Turkey.. love this guy. 28' Lobster boat

 

[BSEA]

That is the project! I wonder how he is progressing?

 

[Bill]

That is the project! I wonder how he is progressing?

I have his email somewhere I will ask for an update..