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We are about to purchase a used boat. We have taken lessons but this will br our first ownership. We have a pretty good idea of our sailing needs and have done extensive online research.
We reeeally want something that would be comfortable week-ending - or longer - on. And want it to be trailerable so we can explore new places. That pretty much means a retractable keel.
My dream boat would be a MacGregor.
But my poor car will only tow 2000lbs. That severely limits what I can buy. I've got to consider trailer and gear in addition to the boat itself.
I'd like to find the largest boat that can be towed by my vehicle. By "largest", I mean cabin-space.
I am interested in all suggestions.
Currently, my best pick is the Matilda 20 - 1550lb, 8ft-wide cabin with galley and partially-enclosed head. Few boats seem to come close to it in weight versus roominess.
Can anyone point me elsewhere?
Remember: 2000lbs all-in, trailerable, largest cabin.
We reeeally want something that would be comfortable week-ending - or longer - on. And want it to be trailerable so we can explore new places. That pretty much means a retractable keel.
My dream boat would be a MacGregor.
But my poor car will only tow 2000lbs. That severely limits what I can buy. I've got to consider trailer and gear in addition to the boat itself.
I'd like to find the largest boat that can be towed by my vehicle. By "largest", I mean cabin-space.
I am interested in all suggestions.
Currently, my best pick is the Matilda 20 - 1550lb, 8ft-wide cabin with galley and partially-enclosed head. Few boats seem to come close to it in weight versus roominess.
Can anyone point me elsewhere?
Remember: 2000lbs all-in, trailerable, largest cabin.