hi skip , all i can say is at least she found a home , mine 1975 M17 needs a home and no takers even though i have the steel punchings out . and she is awaiting someone with the energy and knowledge of fiberglass to put her back together . but sometimes old boats are not just used but used up and 40yr. old is pretty well used. but it hurts to watch them die as with most things close to us . but don't give up a good meal just because an old boat isn't where you would like her to be enjoy that she had better days . happy sailing doug hall. On Friday, October 17, 2014 6:47 PM, Skip Campion via montgomery_boats <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> wrote: I joined a friend at a seafood restaurant this evening in Pasadena, MD. As I walked up to the restaurant, I noticed a Monty 17, unfortunately, it wasn't on a trailer. I immediately looked for the VIN to confirm. I'm sad to report that one of Jerry's works of art is now a lawn ornament!! I won't be eating there anymore!! Skip Campion M-15 #201 1982 M-5.8 Dink