Just bought one myself, one thing I've noticed is that these girls look prettier from above, photos taken near water level show how bumpy the cabin top is. None the less I think I'm going to like my boat once I get used to it. No lie, I have owned tweny something sailboats and I think I have a keeper with the Ariel. Its not too big and its not too small. Its affordable and well built. It has a full keel. Quite a few made with nearly a cult following. Classic lines. I'm probably missing a lot of other good things but thats enough said.