Mid May 2015 A Few then ready to choose

We are pretty much at the end of our search, traveling around New England  to find the boat for our venture on the Great Loop.
Locally we visited a Mariner 36' in Easton, Ma. Suzan liked the layout of the sail boat, but then it is a typical sailboat with steering in the back and no pilot house steering. We felt it was on the long side to be maneuvered alone. Pretty boat, though.

May 13,14,15 back to Maine for third time to see the motor sailor that has the most to fit our needs..
 While in Maine, we looked at a Grand Banks Trawler in Portland. Nice 2 bedroom apartment on the water. Still too many finances for fuel while traveling.
The Coaster 33-Puffin is a one owner boat and very well maintained. We can't get an outside view as it has been housed in a huge barn for 1 1/2-2 years. Has not been in the water. The engine is newer 2001- very few miles on it
The inside needs some updating and everything is in working order.
The decision is made. Now to put in an offer with a lower price than it is marketed for.
After a few negotiations, we agreed on a price- next step- Survey/ land and water.