Thank you all for your information and replys.

Now let me ask the same question in another way - I'm going to buy a Cat fairly soon. I have my pick of several Hobie 16's locally in varied age and conditions but here is the typical boat i'm looking at:

Hobie 16, 1985 or so, w/ trailer, some have trampolines and sails that are newer/replaced. Around $1000

VS.

Pacific Cat PC16 from 1986, Hull is in "stored inside" condition, Has all three sails. With trailer. Around $2000

Please feel free to weigh in - and don't hold back.