[T37Chef]

Try to find that 1% boat in a size you will be comfortable with.

Your budget should include anywhere between 10-20% for outfitting, repairs, upgrades, etc.

There are lots of great boats on the market in your price range, don't rush and find that boat that is just right for you. I don't think you would go wrong with any of the ones you're looking at if its been well cared for

Check out a Tartan 34C.

 

[T37Chef]

Sabreman,

Most importantly, I just want to find a well-cared for older boat that has no major build issues. Looks like I'll have plenty of solid choices.

Thanks,

GRR

Your headed in the right direction

 

[T37Chef]

I dont think anyone said Pearson are not great boats?

 

[T37Chef]

The Tartan 37's appear to be very nice boats and have quite a following, but a well kept example will be north of 60K.

I happen to be very fond of them

 

[T37Chef]

Nay, go for it! We went from a crappy little 20' Buccaneer (value= $500) to the T37 and more than pleased we did so...I was able to eliminate twofootitis. You can always make up grades to a boat as you go, but its really hard to add 2 feet here and there LOL

 

[T37Chef]

I love wood, dark woods especially, so no I doesn't bother me at all. To each their own. Some owners have lightened the interior in different ways, most often around the ports either painting or replacing the teak. I replaced my headliner a few years ago with a semi gloss white.

The Pearson's are fine yachts, a marina neighbor has a P33, I love it.

 

[T37Chef]

The OEM headliner was just faded and dirty, replacing was pretty simple and low cost = good value

 

[T37Chef]

3000 NM? really.

 

[T37Chef]

Immpressive...I think, or maybe obsessed LOL