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Considering the purchase of a 2014 Montauk 170. While inspecting the boat, I removed the access panels on each side of the stern's live well. Discovered a quarter inch of wet sand lining the bilge floor. Then checked out the hull. At a through-hull fitting, bottom stern bottom, a stick was lodged in the opening. Wondering if this boat didn't run aground and the bilge pulled in the sand and stick. What I found surprised the salesman, but he didn't think this was a big deal. Seems like red-flag issues to me, but would appreciate feedback. Thanks.