New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
02-08-2006, 09:18 PM
#1
Registered
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
Hey Guys, I have been struggling to come to a decision for a new boat purchase between two different boats and wanted to come to you to seek your opinions for help.
I want to buy either a new 38' Donzi ZX with all the bells and whistles including cabin headroom with 525's or a new 42' Fountain Executioner with less amenities than the Donzi (no shorepower, porta potty, ice chest, etc), with staggered 525's.
I realize that even though the Donzi has the ammenities that I like, it is a slower boat and 4 feet shorter than the Executioner... but I feel like I am caught between a rock and hard place because I certainly want the boat that will be fun and fast too.
Anxious to hear your views and suggestions. Thanks!
I want to buy either a new 38' Donzi ZX with all the bells and whistles including cabin headroom with 525's or a new 42' Fountain Executioner with less amenities than the Donzi (no shorepower, porta potty, ice chest, etc), with staggered 525's.
I realize that even though the Donzi has the ammenities that I like, it is a slower boat and 4 feet shorter than the Executioner... but I feel like I am caught between a rock and hard place because I certainly want the boat that will be fun and fast too.
Anxious to hear your views and suggestions. Thanks!
02-08-2006, 09:58 PM
#2
Platinum Member
Platinum Member
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Sarasota,FL & Saugatuck, MI
Posts: 1,060
Likes: 0
Received 23 Likes
on
6 Posts
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
I realize that even though the Donzi has the ammenities that I like, it is a slower boat and 4 feet shorter than the Executioner...
Actually, they're the SAME length!
Actually, they're the SAME length!
02-08-2006, 10:11 PM
#3
Registered
VIP MemberVIP Member
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Babylon, Long Island
Posts: 804
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
They have the same water line and I think the Donzi has been tipping the scale faster than the Fountain. Trade rags claim 89 - 90 while the Exec comes in at 86 or so. he shoepower can be gotten around by adding an aftermarket battery charger from West Marine etc. 2 hundred bucks.... The staggered motors in the Exec make that boat handle very well though. There is a lot of speed in the Exec hull if you want to power it, you don't know about the Donzi. The 42 is one of the best hulls on he market today. All that said, I think they are both great boats and you will be happy either way...
Last edited by nolimits; 02-08-2006 at 10:16 PM.
02-09-2006, 12:08 AM
#7
Registered
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
Originally Posted by ChromeGorilla
Goomba.... why a ZX.... why not a 38ZR or 43ZR......?
my thoughts exactly, thats like tring to decide between a Excursion or an Explorer
02-09-2006, 02:06 AM
#8
10x
VIP Member
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
Both great boats. Seen them both at the boat show. Not 100% sure, but I thought I remember the Donzi was around 100K or so more $$$ than the Fountain.
Take a long hard look at both boats, compare what you're gettin for the money you're gonna spend. Look at what similar boats are selling for when they get a few years old. Just something that you may want to consider if you're thinking of selling a few years down the road.
Frank
Take a long hard look at both boats, compare what you're gettin for the money you're gonna spend. Look at what similar boats are selling for when they get a few years old. Just something that you may want to consider if you're thinking of selling a few years down the road.
Frank
__________________
Fountain powerboats rule "The Preacher"
Chicago Powerboat Club Director
[email protected]
www.chicagopowerboat.com
Fountain powerboats rule "The Preacher"
Chicago Powerboat Club Director
[email protected]
www.chicagopowerboat.com
02-09-2006, 06:50 AM
#9
Registered
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: 1000 Islands/Ottawa Ontario
Posts: 1,224
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
10X, it's tough to find 2006 pricing online, but here are 2 525 powered 2005 boats, there doesn't seem to be $100 grand difference in the price....
Fountain ...
http://www.boattraderonline.com/cadd...7/76143837.htm
Donzi .....
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/5/82426285.htm
Fountain ...
http://www.boattraderonline.com/cadd...7/76143837.htm
Donzi .....
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/5/82426285.htm
02-09-2006, 07:00 AM
#10
Platinum Member
Platinum Member
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Lincolnshire IL
Posts: 882
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: New 38 Donzi ZX vs. 42 Executioner
Shogren had a 42 Executioner at the Chicago boat show, which was listed for $279K with 600s (I believe).
It depends on what type of boating you do. The taller Donzi is great for a lot of overnights and kids, as it has a ton of room. The Fountain is fine for a few overnights, but is a faster and better(?) poker run boat.
Since we have 3 kids and do few poker runs, I would get the Donzi for the extra room. With that said, I bet the Fountain would run circles around the Donzi.
Have fun with your selection. Keep us posted.
It depends on what type of boating you do. The taller Donzi is great for a lot of overnights and kids, as it has a ton of room. The Fountain is fine for a few overnights, but is a faster and better(?) poker run boat.
Since we have 3 kids and do few poker runs, I would get the Donzi for the extra room. With that said, I bet the Fountain would run circles around the Donzi.
Have fun with your selection. Keep us posted.
