[Gpersi]

Hi was wonder if anyone had any experience with a 1986 to a 1996 3600 Open? any good or bad thoughts. I was thinking about looking for one with diesels. Your input would be helpful

[Misdirection]

I have a 1986 Tiara Open. They were called a Continental Open that year. No complaints. That model has a 14 degree deadrise. I love the boat, got over 4400 hours on my gas Crusaders.

Here is a good review of that vintage Tiara.

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[Matta0413]

Wow - 4400 hours on gas engines!!! That is impressive. I bet you are meticulous with the maintenance.

[Gpersi]

thank you you must really take care of her 4400 hours. That is encouraging

[hiccup]

Tiara was building really nice boats in that time period. With that said, a 30+ year old boat is, well, old at this point. This boat was replaced by the 3500 Open, which was significantly more modern. I recognize that your budget is probably dictating your shopping list (happens to almost all of us), but I think it makes sense to compare the two.

The 3500 Open, aside from being newer, is going to have prop pockets, while the 3600 of that era does not. That means the 36 is going to be less efficient through the water due to the steeper shaft angle. The 35 also has 18 degrees deadrise vs 14 degrees on the 36. This is going to result in a smoother ride on the 35. Tiara made these changes to all new Open designs circa 1993 and they resulted in much better running hulls.

As time went on, the industry shifted to more powerful engines as well, so that's something to keep in mind. Every hull had various power options and many boats that old have been repowered so nothing set in stone here. The wiring and electrical systems are going to be more modern as well. Generally speaking the built-in cockpit units are more useful, better designed, and more elegantly implemented in the newer boats.

One advantage the 36 has over the 35 and other newer Opens is the removable cockpit sole that enables easy access to the fuel tanks should they need replacement. It was a cost savings to mold the sole as part of the inner liner but you'll pay for it if you need to replace the tanks in the 'newer' boats.

Contrary to what's written in the error-filled review above, the 36 (as well as all Opens) have balsa coring above the waterline.

[Gpersi]

I really appreciate your comments as to why the 35 would be a wiser choice and i fully understand what you are saying about the dead rise and pockets, good point. It seems like its time to go over the finances and think about borrowing a larger amount especially after hearing it presented the way you did. Likely also when the time comes for me to sell I would be selling a more desirably model. Further I was not aware of the errors in the review and the balsa coring above the waterline. Thank you again for the information! stay safe!!!