Hi,
New here, but not new to boating. Although, I've never owned my own boat, I've grown up on them, from 6' inflatables, to 58' Hatteras.
Being the first mate (child), my duty was cleaning and light maintenance. I swore I'd never own my own boat!
Now, sitting at 40 years old with a first mate of my own, I'm starting to get the bug.
I started my search on used boats, looking in the 30' range, now, I'm really interested in the Dancer 450/460's. I really don't need the luxury's and room below deck that it offers, but I really like the ample space and seating in the cockpit area.
I'm probably a year away from purchasing, but just wanted feedback. Is there something smaller I should be looking at to entertain 8-10 guests aboard? I know thats a very open ended question, but my price range has been putting me in the 1998-2002 model year range (100,000-150,000).
It will probably be used mostly for day trips and weekend getaways.
Thanks
New here, but not new to boating. Although, I've never owned my own boat, I've grown up on them, from 6' inflatables, to 58' Hatteras.
Being the first mate (child), my duty was cleaning and light maintenance. I swore I'd never own my own boat!
Now, sitting at 40 years old with a first mate of my own, I'm starting to get the bug.
I started my search on used boats, looking in the 30' range, now, I'm really interested in the Dancer 450/460's. I really don't need the luxury's and room below deck that it offers, but I really like the ample space and seating in the cockpit area.
I'm probably a year away from purchasing, but just wanted feedback. Is there something smaller I should be looking at to entertain 8-10 guests aboard? I know thats a very open ended question, but my price range has been putting me in the 1998-2002 model year range (100,000-150,000).
It will probably be used mostly for day trips and weekend getaways.
Thanks