Recommendations for next boat (under $50K)
 

Hi,

Last spring I bought a 1989 Formula 242LS with a 454 magnum. I wanted a starter fast boat to get my feet wet and to see if the wife likes going fast. I plan to sell the boat in the spring (didn't get much interest trying to sell in October). Now I would like something big enough to spend the weekend on and the cuddy in the 242 just will not cut it.

We are trying to decide between a bigger boat 30-35 with twin BBC or a 30-34 Sea Ray (or similar) cruiser. Here's what I would be interested in if we go the fast boat route:

30-35
twin 454 or 502s
bravo drives
A/C, sink, fridge, generator a big plus
generator
bolsters
65mph top speed, 50mph cruise
less than $50K

I like Formulas but haven't seen anything in my price range or size range with AC. I really like the Formula 370SS with twin 496s, but I think those are like $225K...

Any thoughts?

Thanks.

Chuck

Re: Recommendations for next boat (under $50K)
 

Good suggestions. Late 80s to mid 90s is fine, I'm ok with an older boat, let the other guy take the depreciation.

Re: Recommendations for next boat (under $50K)
 

You need to come off a little more $$ and buy BruceK's boat... 88 40 fountain with bullet proof 3a's and monster 900hp blower motors. New interior, massive cabin and the damn thing goes almot 100mph!!!!

http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...2&cat=5&page=5

Re: Recommendations for next boat (under $50K)
 

You and I both know that this becomes a slippery slope. Before long I'll talk my self into a $150K loan over 20 years.... :)

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No, not really.... Bruce is my throttleman and I have been on this boat a few times and I was very impressed. Real big and real fast. He is a nut about his equipment and this boat has been gone through from front to back. I bet if you called him he would work you a screaming deal. You would be stunned by the performance.

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Chuck PM me the info on your 242 with pic if you could. I am beginning my search for one now to re-rig. Thanks, Joe Murray

Re: Recommendations for next boat (under $50K)
 

I think a Formula 330SS is a good fit, also Searay used to make a 31SS that was a nice cruiser. Another nice on is a 30' Sunseeker if you could find one over here.

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http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/0/56328680.htm

smaller but an extended warranty through 2005

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There is a clean 35 in the classifieds up in NH see it on the lake quite a bit, :D 45k or bo w/myco trailer! :D

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Here is a link with pictures:

http://www.cbpba.com/forums/showthre...&threadid=1931