My dad had a 2000 35 Fountain Classic (same hull as the Ex) and I really liked that boat. Rode and handled great, looked good, had a lot of cockpit room, and was easy to work on. Pretty much the perfect size boat for around here. The newer Ex models with the 496 HOs still have decent top speed plus burn a hell of a lot less gas than carb 500s. Overall a lot of boat for the money. But like I said earlier, everyone has different opinions, likes, and dislikes.

I posted on another thread you where on, but here is my info again.
I have two boats that fit what you are looking for,
one is a 2002 Powerquest 34' Viper W/ 496HO's for $97,500.00, and the other one is a 2002 35' Sonic W/ 500 efi's for $110,000.00. Both boats are VERY nice.
Please give me a call for more info.
Thanks,
Jeff
314)412-0392