Trying to find a cheaper powerboat for a first time buyer. Any suggestions?
2007-09-07 11:48:31 · 7 answers · asked by ? 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Boats & Boating
I am a sailor not a power boater, but I can offer one piece of advice: There is NOTHING "cheap" when it comes to boats.
2007-09-07 11:59:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked at a Triumph dealer for 4 years and I saw those boats go thru hell! We had a rental business and our boats would get abused! I have seen a 19ft Triumph get run into a bridge at 25 mph and just bounce off!! They are a different material than fiberglass, basically a plastic. They are five times more impact resistant than fiberglass. They NEVER need wax!! They have a lifetime no rot warranty. I would highly recommend them and they are less than a Whaler. We used to pick on whalers, if they get smashed the pieces float! Check out triumphboats.com
2007-09-07 23:49:29 · answer #2 · answered by ERIC E 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"MIch" gave you a great piece of advice, a Boston Whaler 17' "Montauk" with a 90 H.P. (standard Package) will hold it's value the most, a bit pricey but, they are "UNSINKABLE" even when cut in half. A very important feature, making it a VERY Desirable boat to own, re-sale is NEVER a problem, they usually sell in a day or less when the "FOR SALE" sign goes on them.
2007-09-07 23:20:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
believe me, Cobalt and SeaRay are NOT "cheaper" boats unless you have won the lottery!! Bayliner is a good entry level boat. Glastron is a better quality entry level boat. the Tracker Tahoe has a fair price tag.
2007-09-07 21:21:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Boston Whaler Montauk 17 is a classic, and will hold it's value.
2007-09-07 21:17:13 · answer #5 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Searay or Cobalt
2007-09-07 19:12:00 · answer #6 · answered by FORD-MAN 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
http://www.sea-doo.net/units/2007/2007_180_Challenger.pdf
2007-09-07 19:03:25 · answer #7 · answered by Trump 2020 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋