We are planning our retirement which includes buying a house on canal (most likely Port Charlott FL). To match that we are looking at a Catalina in the 30-38' range. Need to know more about the brand and what to look out for.
Our primary use of the boat would be casual cruising in protected waters (IE: the sail across the bay to the restaurant). Perhaps a rare short sail to another bay (like Tampa for instance).
Specifically worried about MAJOR issues like the "Catalina Smile" I have heard about. Need more information on what year model we need to stay above to avoid those types of issues.
Also need to know the major differences between the models in that size range. I know from looking at thousands of RVs that a couple of feet can make a major difference in the floorplans.
Basically trying to nail down what search criteria to use while looking for the one we will buy.
Our primary use of the boat would be casual cruising in protected waters (IE: the sail across the bay to the restaurant). Perhaps a rare short sail to another bay (like Tampa for instance).
Specifically worried about MAJOR issues like the "Catalina Smile" I have heard about. Need more information on what year model we need to stay above to avoid those types of issues.
Also need to know the major differences between the models in that size range. I know from looking at thousands of RVs that a couple of feet can make a major difference in the floorplans.
Basically trying to nail down what search criteria to use while looking for the one we will buy.