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Review of the Hunter 40 by Dave Longfield

Year built 1989  
Location of boat virginia  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 16-22 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2000  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added inverter,dinghy  
Structural or complex improvements  
The boat's best features  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. refrigeration  
Sailing characterisitcs stable in wind to 35 knots  
Motoring characterisitcs steady 6 knots @ 2200 RPM  
Liveability pleasant  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
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