After 10 years I am moving from a 38 ft sailboat to similar size powerboat (36-40 ft). I am looking for a boat that is capable of doing up to 14 knots (not faster than that) and has sleeping space for four people excluding the main saloon, e.g. V-berth plus a side cabin with two bunks or aft cabin/stateroom. I guess, with single engine i will be unlikely to do more than 7-9 knots and will have to compromise maneuverability unless i have bow thruster, but bow thruster is still cheaper and more economical than two big diesels. Any models out there that can make at least 12 knots with single diesel engine? Having looked at some boat photographs on yachtworld.com i noticed that the aft cabin layout does provide nice rear cabin but restricts the access to the engines and the need to descend onto the swim grid instead of just stepping onto it from the cockpit. I am looking at late '80s to early 90's models and would appreciate any pointers and suggestions from experienced sailors. My cruising ground i Pacific North West. British Columbia and Washington State.
Petar
Petar