$50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
02-22-2005, 10:33 PM
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Re: $50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
Where are you in Texas? What Marina?
I think that the 29 Scarabs are a lot of boat for the money. Stock you are probably only going to run 65mph but that is a lot of boat. I think you could find a pretty nice one for under 50k. A Formula would be equally nice, i just dont have much experience there.
This is not a flame, but on Texas lakes, 25-30ft Bajas are everywhere.
I think that the 29 Scarabs are a lot of boat for the money. Stock you are probably only going to run 65mph but that is a lot of boat. I think you could find a pretty nice one for under 50k. A Formula would be equally nice, i just dont have much experience there.
This is not a flame, but on Texas lakes, 25-30ft Bajas are everywhere.
02-22-2005, 11:15 PM
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Re: $50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
I've got a 25 Warlock for sale w/outboards for less than that, but since it's your first performance boat I would suggest that a used V hull, Fountain, Formula, Checkmate in the 25-30' range would be a better boat until you figure out what you really want in a boat, then you will know what you want and can trade up.
Stay with stock power so it's turnkey.
Good Luck,
Caleb
Stay with stock power so it's turnkey.
Good Luck,
Caleb
02-22-2005, 11:30 PM
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What about a 22' Donzi classic w/496 HO? Brand new on trailer for mid $40k, no cabin but will run mid 70's. Great first boat
02-22-2005, 11:44 PM
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I suggest dropping your wishes by 2 MPH and buying my Cig for 25K and put the other 25K on a nice mutual fund... 
02-23-2005, 12:29 AM
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I would take a look at the Superboat 30 Y2K.
New boat for close to the money and speed.
http://www.superboatonline.com/30-Y2...erCruiser.html
Cordell
New boat for close to the money and speed.
http://www.superboatonline.com/30-Y2...erCruiser.html
Cordell
02-23-2005, 05:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Chart
As it is your first, and many people learn that they'd prefer something different during their first boat, I'd suggest you buy a nice condition, high quality older boat with stock or modest power that is popular in your neighborhood. I'm partial to Formula, and would suggest a 27 or 30 footer from the late Eighty's or early Ninety's. They have almost bottomed out on pricing, and there appears to be a market for them. It seems the trick is to find one in beautiful condition, and keep it that way. You can get a lot of older boat for your budget.
02-23-2005, 05:58 AM
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Re: $50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
YELLOW7,
I might have something you'd be interested in. I have just decided to put my boat up for sale. It is a 1997 Formula 271 FASTech (27 ft.). It is loaded with goodies; HP 500 carb (275 hours), Bravo drive, Myco trailer, Latham steering, Kiekafer trim tabs, labbed prop, two covers and a long list of additional options. The top speed is in the 72-73 mph range. She runs as if on rails at 45-65 mph speeds. The entire package is in excellent condition. It is the Manhattan color scheme; White with Red, Teal, Purple accents. The grapic is the Imron # 3 which is a stripe into a splash down the sides.
As I have just made the decision to sell I haven't even advertised it yet. I am going to ask $58K so it might be in your price range. I will be posting an ad here on OSO soon with pictures. Just PM or email me if you would like a complete option list and pictures. I am in Austin, TX if you want to make arrangements to come by and look her over.
I might have something you'd be interested in. I have just decided to put my boat up for sale. It is a 1997 Formula 271 FASTech (27 ft.). It is loaded with goodies; HP 500 carb (275 hours), Bravo drive, Myco trailer, Latham steering, Kiekafer trim tabs, labbed prop, two covers and a long list of additional options. The top speed is in the 72-73 mph range. She runs as if on rails at 45-65 mph speeds. The entire package is in excellent condition. It is the Manhattan color scheme; White with Red, Teal, Purple accents. The grapic is the Imron # 3 which is a stripe into a splash down the sides.
As I have just made the decision to sell I haven't even advertised it yet. I am going to ask $58K so it might be in your price range. I will be posting an ad here on OSO soon with pictures. Just PM or email me if you would like a complete option list and pictures. I am in Austin, TX if you want to make arrangements to come by and look her over.
02-23-2005, 06:38 AM
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Re: $50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
Mine. A hair over 70 mph and within the budget. 9.5 out of 10 condition. Twins, 280 K planes, hyd steering, magic brush paint, trim in wheel, the list goes on.
http://www.classicglassman.com/photo...album=2&page=1
http://www.classicglassman.com/photo...album=2&page=1
