305 awkward helm

[Pipewright]

I have an opportunity to buy a 2007 305 repowered.

My hesitation is the Helm seating arrangement. It’s awkward.

It’s a tad difficult to get in and out of the berth. The helm chair is large. The starboard seating is odd.

Can somebody help me get over this??

 

[SkunkBoat]

The expresses all had centered helms.
Pros-
Helmsman has a much more comfortable ride in rough seas(vs normal starboard helm)
Helmsman can see better to both sides, both forward and aft. I think this is particularily important when fishing.

If you are a fisherman, the center helm on an express style boat is something you look for.
Seating is for riding to and from fishing.

Cons-
Wives hate it.

Yes, the helm chair is too big.

If you want to hang out at the dock, remove the chair and add a table to the top of the post. Then the seating is nice!

 

[Fishtales]

It's 10lbs in a 5lb bag, I'd look elsewhere unless you keep the boat. Otherwise you'll give $ up on the resale.