[Rhodes22-list] Help before I settle for the Chrysler 22 !

[Ashley Gates]

To all,
again thankyou for your input
 
Jeff, I tried to access this site http://www.chryslersailing.org.  it does not work.
Although i have found the yahoo user group for Chrysler 22's
 
As for trailering to (or from) Chicago..(chuckle how funny i just grabbed Chicago out of the air.. who knew..?)
 
I suppose at this point i might travel to Chicago.. My trailer anyway could make it.. Don't know about my 88 Chev blazer w/200+K Miles tho..
 
My price range.. well lets put it this way, I am going to check out the recycled boats, but i 
am going to guess they are way out of my price range..
 
I can get a 75' Chrysler 22 for $2500 to $3000 Has sails, inside and out totally refurbished, all chrome re-done, curtains, cushions, top paint, all fiberglass and gelcoat repairs are really nice.. Woodwork is great..
Owner is REALLY meticulous.. Really nice boat - But it will never have features of Rhodes, like a galley, or light swing keel (need a winch to pull it up)
 
The only Rhodes 22 i know of in connecticut or anywhere I can probably get for $1800
it is year 76'.
The more i read on and look at boats i realize it is really beat.  The sails are ripped, the motor mount has cracked the transom, the molding inside is all off, wiring is all overthe place hap-hazardly. Wiring is not hidden at all, Holes just  drilled everywhere with wires hanging out, All the wood inside doesn't quite line up with anything, Seat cushions and vberth are a mess.. all the fittings are loose, The wood is cracked and often custom made (and poorly) You get the idea..  THe owner just did a half hazard job at anything...
 
Both Boats are NO trailer, No Motor (which is fine because i have both)
 
The max I can spend is $4000
 
Anyone have any ideas..?
 
Considering that the Rhodes 22 sounds more and more rare, (especially for my price range) I am kind of leaning towards the chrysler.
 
Help appreciated
Ashley
 

		
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