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I've just found out the 1970's 17' whaler I picked up is leaking, has several cracks in the hull, lists to port 4", is water-logged and has "transom-problems". The marina advised me to give up on it. I bought it for $3500 with a Johnson 70 HP (which runs well). Could anyone tell me if there's any sense in selling it for parts, making it into a gigantic planter or whether there are reasonable ways to make it into a sea-worthy family boat? Thanks.