SALES + LINKS
127 Manta Sail Cats have been built since 1993. The first Mark IV, with many new features was hull #111, delivered in October, 2006. A very active owner's forum shares information and help on a full range of issues from anchoring techniques and storm tactics to cleaning tips and where to buy hard-to-find parts. This internet forum is only available to Manta Owners. But we would be happy to put interested buyers in touch with other Manta owners who have offered to help prospective buyers understand the benefits of owning a Manta.
If you know of other good links or other Mantas for sale, we would be happy to add them.
SOLD
1. Mantas For Sale + Sold ....
Updated Aug 24 2011.
There are three sections below:
1. Manta List
2. Other Mantas For Sale By Owner
3. Other Sites and Info
2. Other Mantas for Sale By Owner
True Colors #77
Location: Punta Gorda Florida
703-869-5798
gebrown@synergtx.com
True Colors is in excellent condition. Additionally he is offering dockage to the new owners in Punta Gorda. Checkout their website:
http://mantacatamaranforsale.net
True Colors #77
Location: Punta Gorda Florida
703-869-5798
gebrown@synergtx.com
True Colors is in excellent condition. Additionally he is offering dockage to the new owners in Punta Gorda. Checkout their website:
http://mantacatamaranforsale.net
Additionally you can check out a number of websites where you will find additional information.
* Indicates sites I think are especially useful in terms of scope and or information.
MANTA - THE COMPANY
* MantaCatamarans.com Although the company closed its doors in the fall of 2008, this site still contains a wealth of information on the history of Manta, construction methods, features and much more.
* MantaUSA.com This is an older site for the company. Most of the information here is available in MantaCatamarans.com.
Youtube.com/watch?v=bX87-0y7VCM Manta promotional video.
CRUISING FORUMS / GENERAL INFO
* Cruisersforum.com An excellent source of general blue-water cruiser info. (Calypso is listed here.)
* SSCA.org Seven Seas Cruising Association - Good site for serious cruisers. Anyone can view the 'Classified' Ad section of their discussion group. (Calypso is listed here.)
Sailnet.com Lots of good info, but not as good as CruisersForum.com. Links to usedboats.com.
Hy-techmarine.com A website run by Pat Reischmann - one of the original team of developers of the Manta. He often has boats for sale and has a wealth of information on Mantas and their unique features.
Rhumblinesailing.com A website run by Joe Hanko, who offers training on Manta catamarans in Charlotte Harbor, Florida (Near Ft. Meyers).
BROKERED BOATS
* Yachtworld.com Probably the best source of used-boat info, but only brokers can list boats here. It will give you a good flavor for what Mantas are being listed, prices and where Mantas can be found.
Boatcouncil.com Similar to yachtworld.com, but not as popular - Brokered yachts only.
Yachtcouncil.com Similar to yachtworld.com, but not as popular - Brokered yachts only.
Multihullcompany.com Broker Site
Catamaranco.com Broker Site
USED BOATS BY OWNER AND BROKER
* Boats.com Parent co to yachtworld.com, but allows Owner-sales… (Calypso is listed here)
OceanList.com Classified ads. Not sure how good this, but a few mantas are listed. (Calypso is listed here.)
Usedboats.com Not a bad site, though a bit slow. Brokers and owners. Several Mantas listed here.
SailboatListings.com Seems weak, but tech-savy friend said he sold his boat through this sit.
BoatXchange.com Weak site, mostly powerboats.
MANTA OWNER WEBSITES
camarni.com Jade - Cam, Arni and the girls - great photos, videos, stories of 4 years on their manta sailing from Florida through USEC, Carib and across to New Zealand, Australia, Korea and finally to Hong Kong... They arrived there end of Dec, 2009.
Please let me know if you have any other good sites we should add... :)
3. Other Sources of Information
Aug 24, 2011
Calypso sold in Jan, but we continue to support this website with updates on a monthly basis. We hope you find the info helpful.
Calypso sold in Jan, but we continue to support this website with updates on a monthly basis. We hope you find the info helpful.
Broker Recommendation:
While I have not worked with him myself, I have seen many emails and heard many kind words about Barry Lipoff, of Crown International. He has a deep understanding of Mantas, their history and their advantages for cruising couples and others. He's sold a lot of them, and both buyers and sellers seem very pleased with their experience.
While I have not worked with him myself, I have seen many emails and heard many kind words about Barry Lipoff, of Crown International. He has a deep understanding of Mantas, their history and their advantages for cruising couples and others. He's sold a lot of them, and both buyers and sellers seem very pleased with their experience.
