Looking for advice on Fountain 27' or 29'
10-01-2013 | 10:27 AM
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I have one of the cleanest 27' Fountain fevers out their!! It is for sale in the oso classifieds and has under 300 hours on the total boat @179 on new blower motor.99 stepped hull,notched transom,and keel pad!! Loaded under 30 G's
10-01-2013 | 10:53 AM
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I was in the same boat looking at a 27 vs. a 29. The 27 (Fever) was in excellent shape but had only one engine. The 29 (Spitfire) was in good shape but need a rubb out and a good cleaning. It had twin 454's which I was looking for. The 27 was of 1996 vintage while the 29 was 1988. I elected tp go with the 29 due to the twin engines.
I am retired and had time on my hand to clean and polishe the boat. I have a photo history of the upgrades and cleaning done. I spnet nearly $1500 dollars and decomissioning, recomissioning, oil changes and registration fees, insurance etc. I spent another 1200 -1500 dollars on itme for the boat/trailer. I bought a random ordit buffer to polish the hull and decks. Since I did not have any of the manual to the electronic aboard, I replaced it with new (GPS Chart/Plotter, GPS VHF Radio and new sound system).electronics. The compass was damaged and not working so that was another item. I replace the blower motors since they were really noisey. Everything was gone ove and cleaned, repaired or replaced. THe summer wernt by like a flash and we go to use the boat twice so far.
I am happy with my choice and it is the boat that I wanted in style and looks. My previous boat was an outboard (Wellcraft V20 with 175 Merc). I spent a great deal of time with my dad on that boat. I wanted a something a little faster and larger. I may have gone overboard but it looks good so far.
I. am having problems with getting the boat in and out of the watrer. They weight is more than I am used to. Also, at sea, I have not yet gone WOT due to choppy conditions of Lake Ontario. I have had the boat up to 55 mph and looks like it will way faster. However, lack of drive time on the boat keeps me from trying it on choppy water.
There were many factors that led me to my boat. I wish you luck and hope you get a boat that you are happy with.
I am retired and had time on my hand to clean and polishe the boat. I have a photo history of the upgrades and cleaning done. I spnet nearly $1500 dollars and decomissioning, recomissioning, oil changes and registration fees, insurance etc. I spent another 1200 -1500 dollars on itme for the boat/trailer. I bought a random ordit buffer to polish the hull and decks. Since I did not have any of the manual to the electronic aboard, I replaced it with new (GPS Chart/Plotter, GPS VHF Radio and new sound system).electronics. The compass was damaged and not working so that was another item. I replace the blower motors since they were really noisey. Everything was gone ove and cleaned, repaired or replaced. THe summer wernt by like a flash and we go to use the boat twice so far.
I am happy with my choice and it is the boat that I wanted in style and looks. My previous boat was an outboard (Wellcraft V20 with 175 Merc). I spent a great deal of time with my dad on that boat. I wanted a something a little faster and larger. I may have gone overboard but it looks good so far.
I. am having problems with getting the boat in and out of the watrer. They weight is more than I am used to. Also, at sea, I have not yet gone WOT due to choppy conditions of Lake Ontario. I have had the boat up to 55 mph and looks like it will way faster. However, lack of drive time on the boat keeps me from trying it on choppy water.
There were many factors that led me to my boat. I wish you luck and hope you get a boat that you are happy with.
10-01-2013 | 11:39 AM
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I was in the same boat looking at a 27 vs. a 29. The 27 (Fever) was in excellent shape but had only one engine. The 29 (Spitfire) was in good shape but need a rubb out and a good cleaning. It had twin 454's which I was looking for. The 27 was of 1996 vintage while the 29 was 1988. I elected tp go with the 29 due to the twin engines.
I am retired and had time on my hand to clean and polishe the boat. I have a photo history of the upgrades and cleaning done. I spnet nearly $1500 dollars and decomissioning, recomissioning, oil changes and registration fees, insurance etc. I spent another 1200 -1500 dollars on itme for the boat/trailer. I bought a random ordit buffer to polish the hull and decks. Since I did not have any of the manual to the electronic aboard, I replaced it with new (GPS Chart/Plotter, GPS VHF Radio and new sound system).electronics. The compass was damaged and not working so that was another item. I replace the blower motors since they were really noisey. Everything was gone ove and cleaned, repaired or replaced. THe summer wernt by like a flash and we go to use the boat twice so far.
I am happy with my choice and it is the boat that I wanted in style and looks. My previous boat was an outboard (Wellcraft V20 with 175 Merc). I spent a great deal of time with my dad on that boat. I wanted a something a little faster and larger. I may have gone overboard but it looks good so far.
I. am having problems with getting the boat in and out of the watrer. They weight is more than I am used to. Also, at sea, I have not yet gone WOT due to choppy conditions of Lake Ontario. I have had the boat up to 55 mph and looks like it will way faster. However, lack of drive time on the boat keeps me from trying it on choppy water.
There were many factors that led me to my boat. I wish you luck and hope you get a boat that you are happy with.
I am retired and had time on my hand to clean and polishe the boat. I have a photo history of the upgrades and cleaning done. I spnet nearly $1500 dollars and decomissioning, recomissioning, oil changes and registration fees, insurance etc. I spent another 1200 -1500 dollars on itme for the boat/trailer. I bought a random ordit buffer to polish the hull and decks. Since I did not have any of the manual to the electronic aboard, I replaced it with new (GPS Chart/Plotter, GPS VHF Radio and new sound system).electronics. The compass was damaged and not working so that was another item. I replace the blower motors since they were really noisey. Everything was gone ove and cleaned, repaired or replaced. THe summer wernt by like a flash and we go to use the boat twice so far.
I am happy with my choice and it is the boat that I wanted in style and looks. My previous boat was an outboard (Wellcraft V20 with 175 Merc). I spent a great deal of time with my dad on that boat. I wanted a something a little faster and larger. I may have gone overboard but it looks good so far.
I. am having problems with getting the boat in and out of the watrer. They weight is more than I am used to. Also, at sea, I have not yet gone WOT due to choppy conditions of Lake Ontario. I have had the boat up to 55 mph and looks like it will way faster. However, lack of drive time on the boat keeps me from trying it on choppy water.
There were many factors that led me to my boat. I wish you luck and hope you get a boat that you are happy with.
10-01-2013 | 11:53 AM
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Pretty sure the 29 you have is a different model than what is discussed here. I believe you have a pre molded swim platform 8.8meter which later became the 32 with the platform
I do not have a swim platform at all. The Spitfire is actual an 8.8 Meter boat. I do not have a 29 foot Fever.
I do not have a swim platform at all. The Spitfire is actual an 8.8 Meter boat. I do not have a 29 foot Fever.
10-02-2013 | 07:15 AM
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This is really the information that I was seeking. Thank you all. I may try and hold out for a 29 due to the interior space, as advised. However, I'd probably take a hard look at the right 27 if it came available. I will try and pursue the newest one I can afford. I really want a stock motor that is reliable, as I like to go out in the evenings..... Not that I don't appreciate everyone's bad a** modded big blocks! The best part of all of your comments is..... Everyone is super happy with their Fountains!
10-02-2013 | 07:17 AM
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10-03-2013 | 09:35 AM
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The 2000 27' Fever in the classifieds (KY) is one of the cleanest Fevers I have seen for the year. The guy really takes care of his stuff. We boat with them a lot, and it is a VERY dependable, excellent condition boat.
This is really the information that I was seeking. Thank you all. I may try and hold out for a 29 due to the interior space, as advised. However, I'd probably take a hard look at the right 27 if it came available. I will try and pursue the newest one I can afford. I really want a stock motor that is reliable, as I like to go out in the evenings..... Not that I don't appreciate everyone's bad a** modded big blocks! The best part of all of your comments is..... Everyone is super happy with their Fountains!
