Something a little bigger, a little faster, longer range, able to accommodate 4 overnight and has to be very efficient...oh, and has to be a great buy.
The perfect boat does not exist, you have to own multiple boats. I really need a trawler and a 32' CC.
I am considering a range of boats from 32-38'. Some of the boats I am considering don't offer all of my wishes so I have to narrow it down to what is really most important....I may have to give up some of what I desire. I know I can meet these goals with your common 35' express with twin diesels but they just burn too much for where I go and the amount of use. I am considering down easters but I can't live with a cruise speed in the teens. I like big CC's for speed and fish-ability but the accommodations are weak. I have found a couple things I like but even those are a bit of a project and would take a while to get it the way I like.
I hope to find something between now and next April. Honestly, I could end up with just about anything right now...it depends on the deal, I could just move up to a bigger CC with OB's if the right one comes my way for a few years. I am keeping my eyes open.
One thing I have found...most brokers are a complete waste of time, you need to deal direct with the owners. Brokers have a different agenda, some really don't know the boat they are selling. Some will not let you even talk to the owner.