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Woodsy · 10-29-2008, 08:10 AM

BigDog...

Cost of Ownership... dont just let a good price dictate your purchase!

Look at the used boat market and study the models & manufacturers you like in your price range. This speaks volumes to how well a particular boat is constructed. All boats come with the same propulsion units, either Mercruiser or Volvo. Your worry isnt in the engine so much as it is with the installation and the build of the boat. Go to the boat show in Boston this winter and check out all the boats you like.

Boats like Formula, Cobalt & SeaRay have stood the test of time. The "buy in" is a bit more, but you get it back on the resale value, making the cost of ownership alot less.

Relatively unknown brands such as Bryant may make a great product, but if you cant sell it when your ready to move on....

Woodsy

10-29-2008, 08:10 AM	#4
Woodsy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Weirs Beach Posts: 1,968 Thanks: 80 Thanked 980 Times in 440 Posts	BigDog... Cost of Ownership... dont just let a good price dictate your purchase! Look at the used boat market and study the models & manufacturers you like in your price range. This speaks volumes to how well a particular boat is constructed. All boats come with the same propulsion units, either Mercruiser or Volvo. Your worry isnt in the engine so much as it is with the installation and the build of the boat. Go to the boat show in Boston this winter and check out all the boats you like. Boats like Formula, Cobalt & SeaRay have stood the test of time. The "buy in" is a bit more, but you get it back on the resale value, making the cost of ownership alot less. Relatively unknown brands such as Bryant may make a great product, but if you cant sell it when your ready to move on.... Woodsy __________________ The only way to eliminate ignorant behavior is through education. You can't fix stupid.