"Daniel Thompson" wrote in message
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| I've started to search the internet for a guide as to what this sort of
| money can buy. It would seem like a decision between a ten year old,
| ex-charter, 32 foot Beneteau, or an older more robust yacht: A She or a
| Vancouver perhaps.

The Vancouver is an excellent choice.

| Are the Beneteaus and their ilk advisable for a transatlantic crossing?

Positively not..... but any vessel can make a trans Atlantic crossing
provided the right weather window and Captain.

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| Would it be wiser to spend my cash on an older, perhaps even larger boat?

Get the largest boat you can afford and handle by youself.

|
| I would appreciate any advice on the matter.

Full Keel is the only way to go.

|
| Also, could the reader recommend some reputable charter companies to try
for
| bargain boats?

Pick one of the major chains... you'll not be too disappointed. Charter will
allow you only familiarity with fin keeled boats. Very few if any have full
keel boats. Try a variety to assist in your selection of what you require...
not what you want.

CM


CM