I have been researching a liveaboard cruising sailboat for my wife and I and have questions concerning the quality of the hunter 37' cutter from the early 1980's. can anyone refer me to reviews for this particular boat? Has anyone any knowledge either pro or con about the quality of construction?,mechanics,etc.I have also been considering,Endeavor,Gulfstar,Tayana.I prefer the cutter rig and looking for purchase price of 50-60k with upgrades to be expected.We initially were leaning toward Tayana, but realistic cruising will be from Maine to the Keys and out to Bahamas. Afraid that too heavy a displacement and too deep a draft would restrict cruising grounds.We currently sail an Oday 30 along the coast of Maine. Any input on hunter would be appreciated. Thank You all in advance.
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Queen of the fleet!
Mark: Some (including myself) considered the H'37C the queen of the Cherubini fleet. There are review in this website. I know that one of the fellows in our marina said he never needed to reef. I must tell you that most of the other boats HAD to reef. I think that if you are comparing this boat to the Tayana, Gulfstar and Endeavor you are going to get a lot more boat for your price point with the Hunter 37C. I doubt that you would have to pay over $50k for the Hunter and it would be in good shape for that price. The other boat that you are looking at would probably need a lot more upgrading at that price point. You should look at the later models which have the traveler over the companionway and more of the features of newer boats. This may include a fresh water cooled model too. I really do not think you will go wrong with one of these boats. This is not construed to mean that I think that the Hunter is a better boat than the other options either.
Mark: Some (including myself) considered the H'37C the queen of the Cherubini fleet. There are review in this website. I know that one of the fellows in our marina said he never needed to reef. I must tell you that most of the other boats HAD to reef. I think that if you are comparing this boat to the Tayana, Gulfstar and Endeavor you are going to get a lot more boat for your price point with the Hunter 37C. I doubt that you would have to pay over $50k for the Hunter and it would be in good shape for that price. The other boat that you are looking at would probably need a lot more upgrading at that price point. You should look at the later models which have the traveler over the companionway and more of the features of newer boats. This may include a fresh water cooled model too. I really do not think you will go wrong with one of these boats. This is not construed to mean that I think that the Hunter is a better boat than the other options either.
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1) Compare prices and features on Yacht World where there are 28 for sale. Link below. 2) Go to "The Boats" forum here on HOW and select H37C. Then read the reviews. 3) Go to the Cherubini Forum and read the articles regarding the H37C. 4) Go to the "Forum Archives" and search on "H37C" for any or all years. You will be amazed at the amount of information. 5) Study the projects on Gene Greunder's site. This will clue you in to the deficiencies(or opportunities for improvement) as Gene sees them. http://www.geocities.com/TheTropics/Cabana/7414/upgrades.html 6) You can see some boat details on the "Hunter Manual" site at: http://people.ne.mediaone.net/tlyons/tdl/hunter/index.html 7) Ask specific questions, probably best on the Cherubini forum. You can also e-mail many of us owners. There are over 170 here in the "Owner Directory". 8) When/if you find a boat go over it with a surveyor. Look for a) moisture; b) at least 30HP, better with 40HP; c) holding tank status; d) water tanks(2) status; e) any interior leaking around chainplates or portlights; f) rudder and steering problems; g) features for the price. I paid $30K in Nov. '98 for a 1979 shoal-draft with dinghy and outboard, GPS, no blisters, a little moisture, old dodger, excellent interior and exterior teak. Holding tank had been replaced with a bladder tank. But it only has the 20HP 2QM20. I had a 30HP H37C, also a 1979, surveyed and the deck and cabin were completely saturated. Hope you join up with the Cherubini fanatics.
Ed s/v Ladylove
1) Compare prices and features on Yacht World where there are 28 for sale. Link below. 2) Go to "The Boats" forum here on HOW and select H37C. Then read the reviews. 3) Go to the Cherubini Forum and read the articles regarding the H37C. 4) Go to the "Forum Archives" and search on "H37C" for any or all years. You will be amazed at the amount of information. 5) Study the projects on Gene Greunder's site. This will clue you in to the deficiencies(or opportunities for improvement) as Gene sees them. http://www.geocities.com/TheTropics/Cabana/7414/upgrades.html 6) You can see some boat details on the "Hunter Manual" site at: http://people.ne.mediaone.net/tlyons/tdl/hunter/index.html 7) Ask specific questions, probably best on the Cherubini forum. You can also e-mail many of us owners. There are over 170 here in the "Owner Directory". 8) When/if you find a boat go over it with a surveyor. Look for a) moisture; b) at least 30HP, better with 40HP; c) holding tank status; d) water tanks(2) status; e) any interior leaking around chainplates or portlights; f) rudder and steering problems; g) features for the price. I paid $30K in Nov. '98 for a 1979 shoal-draft with dinghy and outboard, GPS, no blisters, a little moisture, old dodger, excellent interior and exterior teak. Holding tank had been replaced with a bladder tank. But it only has the 20HP 2QM20. I had a 30HP H37C, also a 1979, surveyed and the deck and cabin were completely saturated. Hope you join up with the Cherubini fanatics.
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