Reputable Boat Dealer??
02-19-2009 | 06:43 PM
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I recently bought a 35 Fountain , fever over the internet from Eastcoast Flightcraft inc in Middleton ,Ma. I dealt with a few different guys there and they were great to work with . I drove 900 miles to go look at it and bring it home one way . The boat was every thing they said it was . I 'm very happy with the Boat . The service department was great also . they checked all the wheels and tires prreasures and replaced a tailight and gave me the 5way adapter I needed all after the deal was done . that speaks volums for me . The service manager is a regular poster on this website , his name is Bob Jordan { blown Income } Sorry I don't remimber all the rest of there names but they were great to work with . thanks Tim
There you go!!! East Coast Flightcraft!!!
Bought my boat from Rick and Dan a year ago, lots of back up support from Bob as well. I would deal with these guys again in a heartbeat. Honest to a "T", represented the boat as it was, had their chit together for the in water demo, and all the paperwork and documents were done up right. Call these guys, you will not be sorry!
02-19-2009 | 07:08 PM
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Chris at SternDrive is a great person and a good business to do business with. I have been using Chris since the late 90's and have always felt he took good care of me, and at a fair price.
02-19-2009 | 07:22 PM
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hi.
A better educated person is harder to make a fool out of.
Study and learn all you can about the particular boat, boat construction, engines, drives and trailers. Then, when you're comfortable, find a respected surveyor, not just a guy who will get you a loan, to confirm your findings.
c
A better educated person is harder to make a fool out of.
Study and learn all you can about the particular boat, boat construction, engines, drives and trailers. Then, when you're comfortable, find a respected surveyor, not just a guy who will get you a loan, to confirm your findings.
c
02-19-2009 | 08:44 PM
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I definitely hate to think the worst when I read something on the internet, but as an investigator and given the times, it is hard not too! I looked at the labmarine site and they have a great selection.
I have looked at some repo sites, but it didn't go to far because they required a subscription. I will be sure to look for more. Is there a certain thing to search for as keywords other than repo
I am in Northern IL so anything around this area would be great.
Chris, you did a nice job on the Pantera, but it is not exactly what I am looking for, but thank you.
I have looked at some repo sites, but it didn't go to far because they required a subscription. I will be sure to look for more. Is there a certain thing to search for as keywords other than repo
I am in Northern IL so anything around this area would be great. Chris, you did a nice job on the Pantera, but it is not exactly what I am looking for, but thank you.
02-19-2009 | 09:20 PM
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Chris, you did a nice job on the Pantera, but it is not exactly what I am looking for, but thank you.[/QUOTE]
what are you looking for? many oso members know of boats quietly for sale. i have several in your price range.
what are you looking for? many oso members know of boats quietly for sale. i have several in your price range.
02-20-2009 | 08:51 AM
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Thanks Chuck, I appreciate it. I will give them a call.
I will definitely get a survey done. I think it is required most times now with the loan application.
The boat I am looking for is a 2000-2004 25ft Baja Outlaw with a 496 MAG or HO. It appears to be a good entry boat in my price range. I looked at a 1999 26 Donzi zx but it was pretty beat up.
I will definitely get a survey done. I think it is required most times now with the loan application.
The boat I am looking for is a 2000-2004 25ft Baja Outlaw with a 496 MAG or HO. It appears to be a good entry boat in my price range. I looked at a 1999 26 Donzi zx but it was pretty beat up.
02-20-2009 | 09:31 AM
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Sometimes buying directly from the owner can be to your advantage, rather then dealing with a dealer. They're not just trying to move inventory.
02-20-2009 | 10:33 AM
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Boat is located NJ area.
I'll attach a link to the ad. I believe the pictures were taken at the end of last season.
http://www.powerboatlistings.com/view/6033
I'll attach a link to the ad. I believe the pictures were taken at the end of last season.
http://www.powerboatlistings.com/view/6033
