Would a Trade in be worth it?

[ukmctc]

Over the years it has been a great comfort to me, taking me miles from home and keeping me safe from harm, not the best looker but not bad either. I only have to work for up to six months a year. Keeps me warm at night, fed and watered, clean, washing is done, and fed on a regular basis. I get to sail when I want, where I want and anything I want I get without question, new tricks are learned on a weekly basis and no questions asked.
Would a younger model be any good?
Would it take too long to learn a new style?
Should I just struggle on and be contented with my lot and take note of how lucky I am compaired to everyone else I know?
Should I just accept that wives like mine are few and far between and sit back and enjoy my life and accept lifes hardships for what they are?


"Boatingdreams"

 

[BobPrell]

Are you trying to make us all jealous?

The hardships don't seem to be making much of an impression!

 

[Lakesailor]

It's obviously a problem that is keeping you awake at night.

 

[Angele]

Why trade in No. 1?

Could you find the time and budget to keep the current model while you try out a few newer ones?

 

[doris]

Even MAB owners have the odd charter or two for a bit R&R.

 

[Boomshanka]

Always go for a test drive first

 

[Deleted member 36384]

If the old model is cantankerous, expensive and in your heart of hearts you no longer get any enjoyment out of her, has become a bit of a chore, then bin it for a newer model.

However, it can be an unnecessary expense and on occasion former delights and enjoyment can be had again, in fact enjoyed with more gusto. Some older models that have been let go a bit can be revitalised with a good scrub, a makeover and appropriate targeted spending on those faded areas and items that need replacing or refurbishment.

It works with woman too but tending to the boat's needs can be a lot cheeper.

 

[ukmctc]

looks like I'll just have to struggle on and keep what I have, women unlike boats and wine don't improve with age but do get more comfortable.

 

[PhillM]

It works with woman too but tending to the boat's needs can be a lot cheeper.

You are joking, right?

 

[Deleted member 36384]

You are joking, right?

No. After significant cosmetic augmentation the rejuvenated woman walks off with half the house, half the pension, half the savings and half the boat. Let her stay the way she is and spend the boob job cash on new sails, bunk cushions and galley. The teeth job will easily pay for a new set of sails and engine.