Hi All

i am going to be buying my first boat in the next month or two and the Ocean Whaler 565 has caught my eye and seems to get a decent write up. 

I have a budget of $35000 top end and have seen one advertised in Bunbury for $31K 2006 hull with a 90hp evinrude.

Just wondering if some of the owners in here can help me out with good and bad points and things to look out for. I have read all the posts I can find on them both here and in other sites. I understand Marineboy is having issues with water in the hull, is anyone else having the same issue and should this be putting me off these hulls?

I think realistically as it is my first boat I will have it checked out professionally but would like to have a look at it first before I pay for someone to check it out more thoroughly.

Also I am in Waikiki if any of you would be willing to take me out and show me what she is capable of there would be a case of beer in it and obviously all fuel paid for, I don't mind travelling. 

Any other boats you think I should be considering? 

Cheers

Steve