30+ too big for my needs.
Economics are a variable too. If $ were not an issue... I'd own an Everglades. Or, a Downeaster with a diesel.
I have restored a few boats and I really would love to put that type of work behind me. The reason I did my SC is that I wanted a boat I couldn't afford - so, I made one -- with the baseline of a solid SC hull - with the finished product, a fraction of the price ( and A LOT! of sweat equity )
25 Bertram was always an idea - love the hull, but I've heard it does not ride as well as the SC, it can pound, rolls and rocks while at drift.
25' Contender - porpoises a lot - heard the 21' is THE Contender.
And, it's a tough market for buyers ! Not a lot of stock out there. Everyone want to sell their boat for the highest premium.
I'm keeping my ears open... Needless to say, the 23 SC is a tough act to follow ( like having The Stones open up for you at a concert ! )...
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