Alternatives to a moody 34?

[ITH]

Jo has seen a moody 346 and decided that it should be the "forever" boat eventually after our longbow ketch. It is certainly very impressive looking for layout and space below for a liveaboard, and all in a much shorter hull length than she thought we would need originally, which makes everything cheaper, both the purchase, upgrading, maintenance and using the boat. I have to admit I'm quietly impressed whenever I look at one online. They are generally asking price around 25-30k

What else should we consider that might be comparable when the time comes, that gives us a good seaboat with a good owners cabin, galley by the companionway and not too big, say up to 36 ft? Primary use is med cruising, tho I also want to be able to take it to high latitudes and across the atlantic, so not asking much

The budget can go up, but the value against a 30k 346 would be looked at quite hard,as I'd rather spend it on an extra few years of cruising beers than pour it into a boat .

We are parting with our Nauticat 35 which we bought in Holland and took to the med, where we have been cruising for 5/6 months of the year, since 2007. This isn't a sales pitch since she is not in your budget range 1988 Nauticat 35 Leros, Greece - Williams and Smithells

But if you wanted to evaluate a Nauticat 35 gednerally for its suitability, you are welcome to join us anytime on board in LEROS from 09 to 30 September.

I am biased, but she meets most of your requirements - particularly in terms of accommodation and facilities for Med cruising - but there is a 'marmite' feeling about Nauticats, as they say, you either love them or hate them.

 

[Kelpie]

I haven't Kelpie, no. I'd be very interested to do so now. Couldn't find a 39, but some 35's and 37's looked quite good. The 36 seems to sell for more than most of the rest of them!

You must be seeing the more modern 36. I've had a look myself and it's amazing how the market has dried up! You used to be able to pick up a 70s/80s M36 for around £30k if not less.
The 37 is a good boat, same as a 376 but without the step on the transom. All three Bill Dixon era boats look much more up to date but have a higher price tag.