I have a 2003 35 Lightning with 500HP's and Bravo 1's, all stock, runs 86-87 on GPS. Considering trading up to 2006 42 Ex with 525's and XR's. I could order the new boat the way I want it, and the deal could be done for about 100K. I mostly boat on Pickwick Lake (TN), with a few poker runs and trips to the gulf coast in the summer.

Wondering about how the new package will perform compared with the old. Should I pull the trigger?

personally if i could and had the option i would go with maybe a bit more power in the 42. you are going to be running similar speeds but may feel slower with the bigger boat. either way if it puts a smile on your face then who cares, do what you want. good luck, tough position to be in!

A 42ex w/ some ilmors would be kickin!
Take the length anyways.

buy my '06 42X w/ the 600's cheap. The 42 is a night and day diff from the 35.

fully agree the 42 would be way more fun and a big difference from the 35.

good luck selling the 42 buyafountain sounds like a great package.

BuyaFountain:

How much for your 42Ex w/ 600's?

PM me memphis

You can buy a new 42 EX for 100K ?...Thats a deal !

The 42 is more fun if you are in an ocean etc...
In my eyes if you need the space for beers, chicks, dogs or all the above then a 42. But if you boat on a lake 90% of time and it doesnt get that rough the 35 is more fun!! As you know its like a little sports boat. Or maybe go with a 38 L. Just wait a little bit.... might be some surprises...:-)

Where can you get a brand new 42 with 525's for $100k?? The used 35's are $90