I posted similar thread last year. Then my aunt's estate took a year longer to clear probate than we all counted on. Anyway, a little mad money is finally about to fall in my lap and i figured somebody on here probably has a line on some decent ones. Thanks.

What's your price range?

500 to 7k. preferably on the higher side. i know what really inexpensive boats end up costing.

7K sounds like a project boat. Can you please clarify if you are looking for turn key or a project boat? That may help folks locate what you're looking for.

Honestly buy a newer boat like Ing's. Use the 7k as a deposit. I was able to finance my boat 13 years at 1.2%. My payment is next to nothing too.

For real ocean use you may want to consider a 28'

Not a 24/7 but might be a good deal. Miami craigslist - 1996 sonic 28ft.ss twin 350's . 11,800. ad makes it sound like he's ready to sell. GOOD LUCK !!!

my ideal boat is a 22 avanti but they are scarce. i am mainly a back-bay delaware river kind of guy. just essentially gave away a 27 Nova III. twins no mas. doing a head stand between motors gets old when you get old...

I have a 22 Avanti and I love it, but I would go all the way for a 24x7 honestly. And even bigger if you want to go in the ocean.

http://longisland.craigslist.org/boa/4791645783.html lots of boat for the $.

http://easternshore.craigslist.org/boa/4824083454.html