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Review of the Hunter 33_77-83 by Michael Benabib

Year built 1979  
Location of boat New York Harbor  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Multi-week coastal cruising  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard?  
Owner bought the boat in 1995  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added Autopilot.GPS,TV Stereo,  
Structural or complex improvements no  
The boat's best features affordability  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Poor cocpit design  
Sailing characterisitcs fast strong able  
Motoring characterisitcs Efficent with diesel,2 cylider vibrates,Underpowered against strong headwind.  
Liveability Very good. more modern boat have a larger beam.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) helpfull  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
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