Considering a 1985 Hunter 33' (77-83) - any info?

[Bob Pullen HC-33 1981]

I'm considering a 1985 Hunter 33 (77-83) ==> Any suggestions, opinions, and especially experience you may be willing to share would be sincerely appreciated. The boat looks a bit less beamy than I'd prefer (might be a bit cranky, and inclined to roll a bit?), but since it's only 2 of us, sailing in warm waters with a lot of islands and main to stretch land legs on, we feel positive. Have sailed a considerable amount. Born in Brasil and lived many years in Belize/Glover's Reef. The boat is in sound shape. thx againBob

 

[Kurt]

A great Boat

The 33 is a great boat! I have lived on my 82 model 33 for the last 10 years and love it. The beam is a bit more narrow than other boats of the same size but you will out point them every time. The boat is fast and stable your going to love her.

 

[ish]

Good boat

We've got a '78, sails well, built well, and is roomy enough for two... I don't find the lack of beam a real problem but I suppose that's a matter of preference. As long as the boat has been well maintained and gotten the requisite systems upgrades over the years, I think they are a heck of a bargain. Hunters are oft-maligned here and elsewhere, and maybe the newer boats have issues, but my firsthand experience with the Cherubini designed 33 is that it's well-designed (for the era) and built like a rock. You can use the current poor reputation to get a great deal on these excellent older boats.