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Review of the Hunter 30_88-94 by John North

Year built 1991  
Location of boat Annapolis, MD  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Day sailing  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew  
Liveaboard?  
Owner bought the boat in 1999  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes  
Gear that's been added Bimini Top  
Structural or complex improvements  
The boat's best features Ease of handling  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc.  
Sailing characterisitcs Responsive to light winds. Easy to tack.  
Motoring characterisitcs Some vibration from drive shaft.Some exhaust odour in galley.  
Liveability Very pleasant for a 30 footer.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Fair. Lack of knowledge regarding technical detaild of model over the phone.  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any It was very good. The broker worked to find the boat I wanted.  
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