What's a decent first boat

[topparrish]

I'm finally going to make my first sailboat purchase soon but I was looking for information on a good build to by. I want a confutable cruiser for mainly coastal sailing and the ability to blue water sail when I get more experienced at sailing. I'm looking for something used in the price range of 20-40 grand USD. I've looked at some Morgans and Cals around the 33-42ft range and the size I'm looking for. So what say y'all? What's a good make in this size and price?

Thanks,
Chad nubee

[Ocean Girl]

Fun, boat shopping!!

There are so many boats but you sound like you are on the right track naming Morgans and cals .

Add the Allieds to your list, great boats but beware of deck to hull leaks, most have been repaired by now.
Tartans
Cape Dory, though they are bit high in price and small accommodations for their size.

Hope that helps, happy boat hunting.

[OldFrog75]

Originally Posted by topparrish

I'm finally going to make my first sailboat purchase soon but I was looking for information on a good build to by. I want a confutable cruiser for mainly coastal sailing and the ability to blue water sail when I get more experienced at sailing. I'm looking for something used in the price range of 20-40 grand USD. I've looked at some Morgans and Cals around the 33-42ft range and the size I'm looking for. So what say y'all? What's a good make in this size and price?

Thanks,
Chad nubee

Is $40K your total budget including refits, repairs, etc.?

[Dulcesuenos]

Therez a 41 morgan oi cc ketch in marathon for 20k, has a 08 yanmar etc. Looks a deal!

http://keys.craigslist.org/boa/4259945917.html

[robert sailor]

buy your first boat with an eye to selling it as you let learn more. Buy one that bas a followling so its easier to sell

[sailorboy1]

maybe a record for joining CF and then just waiting to post

good luck

[Kenomac]

Tayana 37 (will need work)
Catalina 36

Start with the Catalina 36 and then branch out from there to similar offerings.

[topparrish]

Yeah, I would like to keep it at 40,000 max. Thanks for the replies!

[topparrish]

Originally Posted by Dulcesuenos

Therez a 41 morgan oi cc ketch in marathon for 20k, has a 08 yanmar etc. Looks a deal!

1974 41' Morgan Out Island

Thanks you…I actually looked at this one yesterday. Craigslist is my main page besides sailboatlistings.com

[topparrish]

The funny thing is that I used to work for hunter marine years ago and that 50 footer was a beast to lay glass

[sully75]

I'd check out this boat. I don't know anything about it other than it looks beautiful.