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Auction Started
Oct 7, 2025 08:42 PM MDT
Auction Ends
Oct 23, 2025 04:00 PM MDT
This auction might extend
Pick-up Location
University of California, Santa Barbara
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Description
Condition: SEE DESCRIPTION
Title: 2008 Vanguard FJ Sailing Vessel - 1807 - 1807

Notes: All items are sold AS IS, with no Refunds, Guarantees, or Warranties. Items are not tested unless noted. Payment must be received before items can be picked up. Pickup by appointment. As listed in the terms and conditions of sale, buyer must remove auction item(s) from the agency premises within ten (10) business days after the closing of the auction. Description may be auto-generated; please perform your own due diligence. For sailing vessels, buyers are strongly encouraged to inspect the boat in person or with a qualified marine surveyor prior to bidding. The vessel may have latent defects or operational issues not visible through photographs or described in the listing. No assurance is made regarding the seaworthiness, engine function (if applicable), hull integrity, or compliance with Coast Guard regulations. By placing a bid, buyer acknowledges full responsibility for understanding the condition and required certifications of the boat for legal or safe use. The successful bidder will be responsible for the labor, tools, and knowledge associated with the pickup of the items. Loading bays and forklifts are not available. The vessel is currently located in a wet berth in Santa Barbara Harbor. No trailer is available; the buyer will be responsible for all aspects of moving the item from the dock, including but not limited to scheduling marine transport, securing temporary mooring permits, and ensuring compliance with harbor regulations. UCSB does not provide logistical support, personnel, or maritime assistance for the removal or relocation of vessels. To reiterate: trailers are not included in the purchase. The successful bidder must be able to pick up with their own trailer (towed) or other suitable truck for transport. It is at the discretion of the auction team to refuse unsafe or unsuitable trailers, trucks, or vehicles that intend to pick up

Category: Marine->Sailboat
Department: Marine->Sailboat
Damaged?: Yes
Damage Description: Condition: Fair (major repairs need to be done, but boat is sailable) Typical wear for its age, including minor cracking and damage
In Packaging?: No
Assembly Required?: N/A
Missing Parts?: Unknown
Functional?: Yes
UPC: NOUPC6397261
Brand: VANGUARD
Model: FJ
Color: White
Condition: SEE_DESCRIPTION
Hull Identification Number (HIN) OQTFJ058G708
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PLEASE READ TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION

University of California, Santa Barbara may require a bid deposit.
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Acceptable forms of payment are: Wire Transfer or Credit Card. NO CASH, CHECKS, OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!

Payment for an awarded item must be received within five (5) business days after notice of award.

University of California, Santa Barbara will charge applicable sales tax [7.75%]. The tax rate will be calculated at the time of bidding. When sales tax is included, the buyer shall add and include the sales tax amount when making payment.

A Buyers Premium will be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction for payment collections. This premium if applicable will be visible during the bidding process and added to the total bid.

All sales are final. Public Surplus will notify buyer of receipt of payment via email.

The successful bidder will be responsible for pick-up of item(s) from the agency's premises. Pick-up must occur within an agreed-upon date after notification of award. The notice of award, payment receipt, and personal identification must be presented at time of pick-up, or the item will not be released.

Inspection and pick-up hours are by appointment or listed public hours only.
The successful bidder will be responsible for the labor, tools, and knowledge associated with the pickup of the items.