Manic76

Thanks for all the info. We are thinking of staying aboard half the year so guess that may make it easier?

Certainly a contender, thanks.

Both are Gibsea's, late 80's and early 90's. So more Beneteau like.

Thanks all, appreciate the comments. Jon & MarkM will take a closer look at those makes, I have seen some of them already of broker sites and TradeMe. The midweek crewing idea is good, not least as it will be a chance to meet people!

Thanks for the replies so far. Currently have a 27ft cruising yacht, plus a share in a 36ft one. Would be looking for 33ft (10m) upwards, cruising, mainly crewed by just us two.

Hi all, First post here, looking for advice...there is a possibility that myself and partner might be moving down under to Auckland later this year. If we do it will mean selling our boats in the UK and buying something there. Having looked at a few websites it is clear that none of the marques I am accustomed to are common in NZ. So my questions are - 1 - What are the respected makes of late 70's, early 80's yachts around the $50-80k price 2 - when does "the season" run from/to 3 - are yachts generally kept ashore over winter, what sort of bad weather might we expect if left