Actually, since the LOA is 30'6", it is a 290 in sheeps clothing.
I put up the :smt100 because I am wondering why you put up the post. I guess that you are just looking for other owners. I can answer if that is the question. The answer is "yes".
I bought the boat because I liked the cabin layout. The port side companionway makes the mid berth usable. Also, I wanted a boat with a generator and A/C that I would be able to trailer. Since we take the boat to Canada and spend about a month on it in the summer, it fits our needs. The power is a single big block.
The only thing that has been modified on the boat is the top. I had it changed from the convertible top to the bimini top which I like a ton. Well, one other thing, I pulled the original radio out and put in a new unit and a six pack CD changer.
Those are the some of the same reasons I bought mine. ALthough I dont trailer as many miles as you, it is nice to be able to save a few bucks hauling it out myself each year. I am yet to use my boat yet. I bought her last fall. Did your's come with the genny and ac, or did you put in in yourself?