Final results:
-Bought 3 Archimedes for LTI fodder, upgraded them into a Freelancer DUR, Mustang Gamma, and Aurora LX
-Upgraded Hull C into a Merchantman
Freelancer DUR is for pure exploration. Head out into the nothingness, can bring friends.
Mustang Gamma is my gotta go fast ship. Upgraded to it from an Aurora LN. I don't see myself racing much, but wanted to have the option.
Aurora LX is my dedicated shenanigans ship. The only Aurora with an LTI jump engine so I don't need to buy a new one every time I crash into a space station. Ready for long-distance drunk adventures out of the box. Was originally going to have an Aurora LN for this spot; would rather have a sexy interior and a jump engine than more guns when my Avenger already fills in my dog fighter slot much more effectively.
Merchantman is my all-arounder. Trade, travel, smuggling, well-armored gunship, shenanigans with a large crew, mobile apartment.