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Review of the Hunter 260 by Daniel Johnson

Year built 1998  
Location of boat Redondo Beach CA  
The boat is sailed on Open ocean  
How the boat is used Day sailing  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard?  
Owner bought the boat in 1998  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Definitely,I love our boat. Handles beautifuly, and looks gorgeous!  
Gear that's been added Compass to the pedestal,and a clinometer.  
Structural or complex improvements No  
The boat's best features Inboard diesel, wheel steering, marine head with holding tank, and the fixed keel.Loads of room, and a huge aft berth.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. No problems!  
Sailing characterisitcs Fast, stable and loads of fun.  
Motoring characterisitcs Simple to use controls, and incredible economy with the diesel. Also plenty of power, and ease of starting.  
Liveability Loads of room, and extremely well thought out design.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Haven't had to.  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any Voyager Marine of Marina del Ray was great, very patient with a first time buyer. The salesman, Alfredo was knowledgeable, and friendly. They made us feel as if we were buying a yacht, instead of a just a 26 ft boat!  
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