[3rdday]

Thanks everyone... for the input, facts and opinions.
If I do go with an older nostalgic seacraft it will have to be a 23 with an i/0 pref. diesel or have enclosed transom w/ outboard bracket. I know that is narrowing my chances on an already rare boat. I am working on trying to obtain a rare 21'8" Seacraft cuddy that I have not seen before with an I/O. I will cut out the cuddy and convert to CC. Has an incredible hull on it.