In the 50-60k range you can get a single step 35. Late 90s early 2000s in nice shape. Likely Best Buy for the money for size and everything else. Yes you can get many versions of the 27-32 for that and below but if that’s your budget I’d be hunting 35s. You could also get some mice older straight bottom 42s in that range. Sacrificing age of boat for size. Can’t go wrong with either.

Whatever you do, don’t rush. Take your time. Find exactly what you want. Check it out right or pay someone capable. Spending $1-2k now could save you $10k+ down the line. That’s the best advice I can offer as far as purchasing. If you settle or rush you’ll likely end up unhappy for one reason or another.

Wife and I are Discussing selling our 1990 38 fountain fever. Cockpit was completely reupholstered 5 years ago, 2010 aluminum triaxle with electric/hydraulic disk brakes on a 3 axles, pump out head, shore power, ac fridge, CMI headers, 454 mags, many many more upgrades
50k obo located in upper Michigan
im willing to move more on price if I don’t have to do some of the small items I had planned on fixing for the 50k
(906) three six one-7528 call or text if interested I can email pics if ya want