So, some feedback. I'm running a '97 ZX with twin stepped hull. Single BBC with lots of goodies, pushing around 800 HP. Imco SC outdrive with external steering. Had twin engine boat prior. It's VERY nice to be able to touch every bolt inside the engine hatch. Lots of room to tinker without dislocating body parts. If you are going to push these boats hard, get BIG trim tabs. They will chime walk when climbing up on the pad. The tabs will keep you safe though, just leave them slightly down until near WOT. A friend had the non-stepped hull and his did not have this tendency... but was not as fast either. Depending on the day, I'm hitting 97-101 wide open, which is quite good for single engine.

If you want that kinda HP. Skip the 350's. Look into a scorpion 377 strokers. Your not going to fit a genny in a 28zx with twins. A swim platform set is prob your only option. There is not a lot if storage space on a ZX scorpion.... But they run!!

If your looking for something to start out and upgrade as you go we have a 2002 28 zx with the 350s. It isn't a perfect boat but its solid and only asking 25k for it.

I would love to see details on the 2002. Color scheme is pretty important too. If you need my personal email I can send that to you.

Thanks Sunchaser! That is the down side to the twins, loosing the extra room. I have been amazed at how little storage there is on the boats I've looked at without sticking everything in the cuddy. Is the 98 hull a different hull than the 97? Does the chime walk improve on the newer hull? Do the factory tabs work well on factory HP?

I just want to say thanks for all that have posted about the 28ZX. I have one now, a '98 one owner freshwater boat, that was kept in a garage and only has 150 hours... Just thanks to everyone for there input! Happy to be a go-fast boat owner and happy to be a part of this site. btw... I still have an awesome bowrider for sale if anyone is interested...
Seriously, thanks to all! And the new boat runs great!!

Congrats on the new boat

Would the 28 silencer be pretty close or is the donzi that much more of a boat...we were just talking about those 2 different boats tonight

You are in serious violation of forum rules. You must post photos of your new boat along with photos of your wife / girlfriend, preferably in a bikini! :D

Congratulations on your new purchase. You're going to have a blast. Just beware of 3 footitis!

Congrats on the new boat!