Carlos,

Good luck and happy boat shopping. Sometimes trying to make the decision
from all the available choices is the hardest part. Post back when you find
something, I'm curious to know what you decide. As Ii stated earlier, given
the time, there are plenty of boats for sale throughout S Florida which
would meet your needs.

Do plan on getting a survey and make any offer to buy contingent on the
survey and a sea trial. from my experience, for the survey, try to load the
boat with an approximate/average load(people?) and see how it handles. Might
also consider going when the weather might not be the greatest. Many boats
look great up on their trailers, but may not ride the way you like or expect
in the 'real water'.

As to trailering, the main factor is the tow vehicle. What is the towing
capacity? Boats tend to get much heavier than the stated poundage on the
brochure, given the need to add the trailer weight, fuel, engines,
batteries, goodies & stuff.

We went to the Ft Lauderdale show as well, lots of boats. I do not think we
got to see half of them, but the ones we skipped are way out of my budget
anyways. So I figured why bother? We live in Cape Coral and plan on
attending the Ft Myers show this weekend.

"DownTime"

"Kharlosan" wrote in message
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Ok, let me start my comment with your last one. I already went to the Fort
Lauderdale Boat Show, it was amazing. I felt in love with all the boats
there.
I also live in SW Broward, FL.

About the use .... hmmm ... it will be for little cruising and fishing.
Two-Three days in a row maximun I guess, unless we are on vacation.
I would like to do little cruises from the FL keys to West Palm Beach, so
it is
important to have a little v-berth cabin.
Thinking about peolple, I guess should be an average of 4-5 at a time.
Boat will be trailered and I will store it in my home backyard.
What is not "perfect" for me is the budget, but I can make some
arrangements.

Thank you for your time and suggestions.
Carlos