We bought a 1988 Hunter 30 that the PO lost interest in the boat and let it sit in the water for a couple of years. After a thorough survey, we negotiated a good price knowing we were going to need to do some work on her. Since our ownership four years ago, we replaced the engine, fuel tank, drive shaft, head, bimini and removed many blisters. My wife and I are thinking about adding on board air/heat and refrigeration. The main sail is also in need of replacement. The boat is in really good condition and with many new mechanicals; we are at a crossroads on what to do next with this boat.
We are debating buying a larger (35-38 ft) used boat with the creature comforts or add these items to our existing Hunter. Other than the greater acquisition cost of buying a larger boat in the 1999 -2005 age group versus "investing" more money a 24 year old boat, what other things should be we considering?
We are debating buying a larger (35-38 ft) used boat with the creature comforts or add these items to our existing Hunter. Other than the greater acquisition cost of buying a larger boat in the 1999 -2005 age group versus "investing" more money a 24 year old boat, what other things should be we considering?