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I have not seen one in person, but that boat certainly looks in great shape.

To state the obvious, the Optimaxes will not be as quiet as a more modern motor, although they should get good mileage. I mention the noise factor because you referred to boating with your girlfriend - my wife enjoys mostly just poking along quietly, so quiet matters, don't know if that's the case for you.

The full cabin is great - a bit harder to get to the foredeck if you need to handle lines but more weather protection.

Tim