After losing two boats to lazy brokers I’m looking for one of the early design 40’s in the aft cockpit center board layouts. I’m not afraid of putting in some work, would prefer something on the east coast or gulf so I can get it back to Lake Superior eventually. I would consider a center cockpit. Any help is much appreciated. I am not looking to spend more than $35,000. I don’t know if this seems low, but on a boat that I can’t even insure it seems reasonable, let me know if I need an education!
Or any advise on these particular vessels would be highly appreciated also!
Only advice is patience. I’ve been looking for one of those too for a while. Very hard to come by. And those in good nick tend to fetch well over 50k. 
Thanks seadago! I will! I’ll let you know if I find any
I don’t understand your comment about being unable to insure the boat.
Mine is aft cockpit Freedom 40 Cat Ketch Hull #61 (of 63), located in Corpus Christi.
Upon original delivery, the masts were shipped back to the factory and “standard boooms” fitted to replace the wishbones.
I’ve had this boat continuously insured through Boat/US since I bought it in about 1998.
Age & infirmities have had me thinking of selling lately, but not for $35,000
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I don’t understand your comment about being unable to insure the boat.
Mine is aft cockpit Freedom 40 Cat Ketch Hull #61 (of 63), located in Corpus Christi.
Upon original delivery, the masts were shipped back to the factory and “standard boooms” fitted to replace the wishbones.
I’ve had this boat continuously insured through Boat/US since I bought it in about 1998.
Age & infirmities have had me thinking of selling lately, but not for $35,000
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Hi Katorpus. Ok, there may be an interested buyer or two. If you let me know your boat specs and price, we can talk.
Rafa
I too would be interested. Last time I checked for insurance nobody was offering anything on boats older than 30 years. You may be insured because your policy predates the moritorium.
Regarding insurance, I have had good coverage and great service at a reasonable price on insurance through the U S Power Squadron program. Its administered by McGriff Seibels & Williams agency (800-476-2211) with Atlantic Specialty Insurance Co as the current underwriter. Find your local Power Squadron chapter or join the national organization. They do some good things.
I have good insurance on my 39’ boat (not a Freedom) at a very reasonable price, through State Farm. My boat turned 50 last year. With a good recent survey the age was a non-issue.
Hit me up Bruno, check your mail
Now sold.
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Ours is for sale now that’s August 2022 if anyone still interested, Florida .call 3054139917
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Hi Malarkey. Please check your PMs. Thanks!