When I first started looking for a boat the 20'-23' Seacrafts caught my eye more than any other, they have such clean lines and a classic look. Started the search for one and was stopped dead in my tracks when I saw the prices.
. My friend has a 1972 20' Seacraft with a 140HP IO, that thing will go through any size waves like a tank. Fairly dry and stable but a real brute on the towing vehicle. I don't think you can go wrong if the price is right.
I ended up with a 20' Maritime Skiff, Honda 90, Leaning Post, 32" console. Easy to tow, cheap to operate, dry and versatile. What I found was I didn't like heavy tackle fishing so having a boat that I could take into the skinny water was what I needed. This fits the bill and can run to Block on the good days.
Make sure you leave something in the piggy bank for those s**t happens events.........