Project boats

[Ikan Besar]

23's have less issues that need to be addressed than 20's do. A new transom and a fresh engine will solve most of the issues with the older 23's. The 20's need a longer list of modifications to make them usable by todays standards.

As Capt Chuck mentioned, if you have a 20' SeaCraft with the original floor in it, you are very likely familiar with plugs in the scuppers to keep the water out. Additionally, unless you have the "Master Angler" model, the early 20's didn't allow for under-gunnel rod storage except via two odd slots up forward. Add to that an oversized console for the boat and you start to get an idea why many people on this site have made significant changes to their 20's.

The 23's seemed better thought out from the get-go. A 30 year old SeaCraft 23' compares favorably with current boats that size by other manufacturers. A 30 year old 20' has some drawbacks that simply don't exist on other current 20' boats.

Merely my opinions-