I am looking to buy a used sailboat for weekend or day trips around Lake Ontario.
I’ve looked into insurance and mooring/winter storage etc. and understand the extra costs.
However, I’ve never bought a boat before (just have done sailing lessons over seas). I love being on the water and this is a dream. I came into some money and am looking to spend $6000. Which from what I’ve seen is doable for a starter sailboat with minimum maintenance. I don’t need anything fancy. Something that would be good for learning on, and for taking a couple friends out, and maybe sleep in one night here and there on longer trips.
Any advice on what I should look for and what I should avoid buying second hand would be much appreciated!
Start by checking Yachtworld and read kijiji ads. Lots of options under 30ft, which is just what you're looking for. Once you find a few that are appealing, start reading about them.