Ok heres the real skinny. You will find some more rot in the transom and the stringers under the engines. However, the plusses are twin Chryslers with vee drives (these combinations are about as bullit proof as you can get),and Gibsons in good condition are always good property.

Check or have checked out, the keel area in the front third of the boat for soft areas and/or delamanation. A leak in this area drives people gaga. If the project doesn't daunt you the end result will be a good performing boat that will have positive value.

However, consider this: If you could find a 44 in the same condition it would'nt cost any more to rebuild and you would have a 14' wide boat.

2 feet of width makes a huge difference in livability and value.

Note: If it has Paragons be sure to replace the U joints before reinstalling the engines.