I took a new CC23 out for a spin when they first came out. I was looking for a replacement for my 83 Classic 22'.
The boat fit and finish was great, it handled/performed very well and generally was a positive.
Unfortunately the design was aimed at a cruising/camping/party type boat with a small aft deck and a large cabin. I wanted a boat aimed at fisherman usage, more aft deck with a shorter cabin, easy/safe access to the anchor system and tackle storage. The CC did not meet those requirements.
Hopefully in the design considerations CD will consider a model with primarily fishing in mind. No hot water heater, sink, refer, or other bells & whistles etc. Just a cabin to seat 4 with some tackle storage and a long aft deck.
An outboard motor transom bracket would be great also.
I am looking forward to seeing what shakes out of all the reorg. and new models.