3 questions from a newb/ non-owner/ owner 2 be?

[nymack66]

My honest 2 cents,
I love my V will not give it up for any thing currently on the market for under 30k
As for ownership and cost its basically cheap to own and maintained compared to most hull out there, aesthetics is what kills you, on the V the it can and will run BARE BONE !
Learn Learn Learn the more you can fix just like a home you will save and the knowledge is priceless.
My initial ownership was costly simply because I brought from a boat flipper (never do this) he bastardise the package and dump it on me, anyway a private seller is your best bet.
Bring a professional mechanic with you BEFORE the purchase you will thank me later.
Patience is your best friend during down time.
The Guys on here will make owing a V a lot easier