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We would like any ones opinion on what type of boats we could look into/buy. I know this site is geared toward offshore racing type stuff, but I figured I would see what could come out of this. :rolleyes: We currently have a 26 SeaRay OV and we really like the 31 SeaRay Sun Sport, and would like to stay this size or smaller like 28. We have seen a boat made by Mariah but never heard of them, but like the layout. We want something still sporty, but has some amenities of home, but definitely not a cruiser, because we still like to have fun with her. The biggest thing is to have a cabin with a separate head and running water.
Any input by you guys would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks :) :)

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Take a close look at the Formula Sun Sports.

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Yea... I agree. Formula 28SS is a good combo of cruise and sport.
Not sure about the separate head.

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Chaparral 285 SSI, can be had with twin 6.2, 320hp and Bravo Ones.
Nice Sport Cruiser.

http://www.chaparralboats.com/SSiSportboat_285.asp



Jan

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Also in that range is the PowerQuest 280 SC, it also can be fitted with twin 6.2's and Bravo Ones. Great customer service after the sale.

http://www.powerquestboats.com/280_sc.htm



Jan

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If any one hears of something along these lines for sale please post.

Thanks
Jason

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Yeah...we saw some Chaparrals at the boat show last year and they look like a real nice product.

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Try this

http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/9/6/52921496.htm

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I like the Sea Ray's....nice boats. you may have already done this...but check out boattraderonline.com and do a search for some of these boats to see whats out there.

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Flipj5 I still have the sea ray for sale if you are interested!!

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Hey J!

We did not forget about yours! We really like it and want it! We are just looking around and also waiting for someone to take our present boat off our hands. We can not do anything till we get rid of our present boat and by then yours might be gone, but not forgotten. Beleive me when the time comes we will be asking if it is still available.

Thanks
Jason

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velocity 29 !!!!!!!!! nice cabin and fast!!1

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i like the chap.28. i know a great chap dealer in new york if needed.

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Try Cobalt boats and Formula Boats, both are quality made, and have great resale. Jeff :)

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What about Mariah? I have never heard of them but really like the layout of the boat.

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They are out of business I believe.

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31 SeaRay Sunsport. I have a friend who has now retired and no longer performance boats who has one for sale. This is a beauty and is excellent condition. Has radar, GPS, A/C, every option available with T-454 mags.
Has a very nice aluminum I-beam trailer included for around $52k
These are very nice boats.

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go fast looks, awesome fuctional cabin.....Sonic.
a 31 can have an electric head and a shower and sleep four in the cabin.....doug

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Mariah went out of business just a few years ago. Check this thread. http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...ariah+business

Their biggest boat I believe was the 30 footer which came in a closed and open bow mid cabin model. Big boat with single drive, so it wasn't the fastest thing out there. Pretty good quality boat. Here is a 2001, but only has the 7.4, this boat really needs the 502. http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listi...canyachtsales&

If your towing, the searay 31 sunsport, 28 Chapparall, 29 powerquest, 28 formula ss, Regal 29 sport are wider than the legal 8'6" towing limit. Then again, this isn't a concern to some people. We've always been looking for something with cabin accommodations and the boats I list are great, but we tow so they got crossed off the list. If your towing, almost seems like you have to go with a performance boat since most hold to the 8'6" beam. To get great accommodations on a performance boat like your looking for, you really have to get into the 30+ range. As someone mentioned, the Sonics have a usable cabin. Also the Velocity 32 has a nice cabin with enclosed head. Enclosed heads are tough to come by in the performance arena in this size range. Active Thunder also has them in the 28 and 32. Baja has them in the 302, but there is NO head room in the head, more like a gear closet. Envision is another boat that comes to mind. Getting into the 35' class, you can get betting pickings.... Good luck.

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OK! so i know to leave Mariah out of my choices! :-)

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330SS
Its 3 boats in one!
Fountain Crusers should be on that list (Im a dealer now)