Maybe I’ve found it?

A good boat in good condition, ready to go.

Right at the limit of any potential budget, but I should not have to invest further in anything that would be deemed a necessity..!

A 1969 Van de Stadt Invicta. Same as my last boat, but in WAY better condition and better outfitted. Even has upgraded standing rigging, newish sails too.

It’s based in NE England area currently, so not so far away to go inspect. As I said its offered at the very max of my budget, but hopefully I can knock the asking price down a few hundred.!