[chumbucket]

I had the 22' Seafarer model, which is basically the same thing as that 24' Offshore. Same layout, beam, everything. Just 2' shorter. New trailer for that will run you close to $4000.00 don't forget. You'd want about a 7200#GVWR Tandem with brakes. Something else to factor into the total investment. That plus you estimated $9500.00 for a 1982 that may or may not have structural problems suddenly may not look as appealing. The other thing to consider is that boat here in the Northeast will bring more $$ than in Florida or even other areas. When I listed mine for sale, I got calls from prospective buyers from as far south as NC saying that it was prioced a bit high for their area. I had to remind them that I wasn't selling it in their geographicaql area. ???