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Old 05-01-2023 | 05:00 PM
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I want to get back into boating after a few years of being away and I'm looking at early 2000s Fountains, Formulas, Scarabs and Bajas around 29-31', is there anything else I should be looking at? Something with a reputation for being well built and comfortable enough to spend the night on the water. Looking to spend $50k. Thanks in advance
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Originally Posted by Lakeglider
I want to get back into boating after a few years of being away and I'm looking at early 2000s Fountains, Formulas, Scarabs and Bajas around 29-31', is there anything else I should be looking at? Something with a reputation for being well built and comfortable enough to spend the night on the water. Looking to spend $50k. Thanks in advance
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Don't overlook the PowerQuests. Very well built boats that run very well. We love our 280 and it sleeps two comfortable enough for an overnighter. There are a few around. Contact Neal at PQ. He told me he's been brokering a few.

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Old 05-01-2023 | 05:59 PM
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Don't overlook the PowerQuests. Very well built boats that run very well. We love our 280 and it sleeps two comfortable enough for an overnighter. There are a few around. Contact Neal at PQ. He told me he's been brokering a few.

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Thanks for the info, I'll certainly give them a look
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Old 05-01-2023 | 06:24 PM
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2001 Baja 292 Islander, Fort Gibson Oklahoma - boats.com
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Active Thunder, Sunsation, Pantera, Powerquest
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Not a bad way to go but I'm looking for a cuddy
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Active Thunder, Sunsation, Pantera, Powerquest
Thanks. Anything specific to look for in those?
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The 28 and 29 Velocities have deep cockpits and decent size cabins.

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If looking at Fountains have the transom and stringers checked. If the tailpipes come through the transom with beauty rings, its highly likely the transom is wet.
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Originally Posted by Lakeglider
Thanks for the info, I'll certainly give them a look
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Whereabouts are you located?

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