BigShark,

You may not have to compromise anything. Check out this boat in 21ft. The sides are 30, but Jim or Mike can tell you if they can be raised.

As for the motor, if you truely want a sceaming deal, get it out of BC. You'll save thousands. The dealer I know of is a Merc guy, which is one of two brands I would put on a new boat if I was setting it up. E-mail me if you need more info.