Did you do the sea trial on this boat during your first go-around? if not, you will normally have a sea trial with the survey. this sea trial can be a big deal maker/breaker for you as you get a real feel for the boat.
Being in Pensacola, this trial could take place out in a somewhat active sea-state if you go out in the gulf and this could be a good thing if the surveyor will let you feel it in some decent size waves. he might also let you take the wheel for a few moments-if so, do it. it's a great opportunity to feel what you might be buying.
When not at the wheel, move around to other living spaces on the boat while its under way to see how it feels and noise levels, especially when he tries to push engines to wide open throttle. You can even use a smart phone App (like Decibel 10) to measure noise levels.
If you come back from that sea trial not loving the boat or being disappointed for some reason, don't be afraid to re-consider the deal.
Good luck!
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