$50K - 1st Performance Boat - What should I get ?
 

Got a $50K budget and I'm looking for my first performance boat. What do you recommend ? Single, Twin, 25ft-30ft, v-hull, cat ? I would like to do 70mph. Thanks for all your responses.

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I know where you could find a 2003 25 Outlaw SST 496HO w/ trailer.

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Where do you like to boat? How many people go with you? Will you spend any nights on the boat? How are you with a set of wrenches?

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Where are you located.....and would you boat on Lakes or Ocean?

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I'll be on just a few different lakes in Texas. Normally will have about 4-6 people. Dont know much about motors so I would like something I can just get it and start up. I wont spend the night on it cause I live about 30 seconds from the Marina.

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a 70 MPH boat in that price range will be slightly older.. and try to stick to stock power.. turn the key and go.. Mine is only around a high 50's in the speed range boat.. but it handles rough water well..

It also depends on the tpe of water you will be runnin in... You can get a flats stly boat that hauls ass, but cant go through the rought stuff all that well.. of you can get a deeper V ad handle the rough stuff great with less speed..

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280 velocity with a 502 turn key 70

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A 27 or 29 fountain with a 502 will get you close to 70. Maybe find a single step 1995 or so.

Good first performance boat.

Lot a Bajas to be had in that price range but will be a bit slower with that same power. Checkmate might be good or an older Formula.

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As it is your first, and many people learn that they'd prefer something different during their first boat, I'd suggest you buy a nice condition, high quality older boat with stock or modest power that is popular in your neighborhood. I'm partial to Formula, and would suggest a 27 or 30 footer from the late Eighty's or early Ninety's. They have almost bottomed out on pricing, and there appears to be a market for them. It seems the trick is to find one in beautiful condition, and keep it that way. You can get a lot of older boat for your budget.

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Where are you in Texas? What Marina?

I think that the 29 Scarabs are a lot of boat for the money. Stock you are probably only going to run 65mph but that is a lot of boat. I think you could find a pretty nice one for under 50k. A Formula would be equally nice, i just dont have much experience there.
This is not a flame, but on Texas lakes, 25-30ft Bajas are everywhere.

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27 foot Fountain w HP500

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I've got a 25 Warlock for sale w/outboards for less than that, but since it's your first performance boat I would suggest that a used V hull, Fountain, Formula, Checkmate in the 25-30' range would be a better boat until you figure out what you really want in a boat, then you will know what you want and can trade up.
Stay with stock power so it's turnkey.

Good Luck,
Caleb

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What about a 22' Donzi classic w/496 HO? Brand new on trailer for mid $40k, no cabin but will run mid 70's. Great first boat

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I suggest dropping your wishes by 2 MPH and buying my Cig for 25K and put the other 25K on a nice mutual fund... :evilb: :drink:

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I would take a look at the Superboat 30 Y2K.
New boat for close to the money and speed.

http://www.superboatonline.com/30-Y2...erCruiser.html

Cordell

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nice active thunder would do you right, with fuel injected 500..

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Couldnt agree more, I have an 89 311 for sale, I stsrted with a donzi Z25, and then went to this, the donzi was way too small. this one can be had for 40-42K,twin 502 EFI ready to roll w/ trailer.

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YELLOW7,
I might have something you'd be interested in. I have just decided to put my boat up for sale. It is a 1997 Formula 271 FASTech (27 ft.). It is loaded with goodies; HP 500 carb (275 hours), Bravo drive, Myco trailer, Latham steering, Kiekafer trim tabs, labbed prop, two covers and a long list of additional options. The top speed is in the 72-73 mph range. She runs as if on rails at 45-65 mph speeds. The entire package is in excellent condition. It is the Manhattan color scheme; White with Red, Teal, Purple accents. The grapic is the Imron # 3 which is a stripe into a splash down the sides.

As I have just made the decision to sell I haven't even advertised it yet. I am going to ask $58K so it might be in your price range. I will be posting an ad here on OSO soon with pictures. Just PM or email me if you would like a complete option list and pictures. I am in Austin, TX if you want to make arrangements to come by and look her over.

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Mine. A hair over 70 mph and within the budget. 9.5 out of 10 condition. Twins, 280 K planes, hyd steering, magic brush paint, trim in wheel, the list goes on.

http://www.classicglassman.com/photo...album=2&page=1

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You might want to check out Stan's (OSO-cig1988) Cigarette Bullet. Completely redone with 454 Mags. It's a nice boat and in your price range.

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I Have A 36 Mirage With Brand New Power 500 hp #3 speedmasters Updated Everything New TrailerFor That Price

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Looks like you have a lot of good sugestions here. Basicly, I think a 27-29' single you are looking at 6-7 years old to get it in that price range. Or, 30-34' twins 10-12 years old.

Another option for a very nice laid out boat and plenty fast is a 288 Sunsation.

Good luck

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In your price range
Under 50k at $35,000.
Older but solid mechanically........
Twins, Reliable Mercruiser stock power..........
70mph with 5 or 6 people...........
Vee hull for great ride..........
small cabin, bolster steating, sundeck for the chicks, thru hull exhuast for the thunder, Name brand for bar trash talk and resale, simple colors and styling white with silver black and red stripes, tandem axle trailer with brakes, located in Texas for delivery, service and new owner operating lessons. Will trade back in if you want to go larger later.....

1988 29 Fountain 8.8 meter with Twin Mercuiser 365 Magnums low hours 250, bullet proof and smooth shifting TRS outdrives w/ Eagle custom Drive-on trailer with brakes. Financing available with approved credit. You are welcome to drive, test, inspect, survey as needed BEFORE u buy! Real nice Ride for the money. Any upgrades or alteration for personal taste can be handled!
Get on the Lake! $35,000

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Another Formula bigot checking in...this one above would be great.

I was in your shoes a few months ago, but had a slightly bigger budget. I've never been one to get a "starter" version of anything so I jumped in to a Formula 336 as my first performance boat. I didn't want to contract 5' itis in a year so I got the biggest boat that would fit in my dock.

One question you have to answer is single vs twins. Twins cost more, but you get a faster, more stable, better riding boat (more weight), and maneuverability in tight quarters is awesome. This is from someone who's had one only a short time.

Even though you say you won't stay overnight on the boat, it's nice to have the option to get out of the weather, or on the spur of the moment find a nice quiet cove and anchor overnight with your sweetheart.... :drink:

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Man, that IS a killer deal.
Brand new gel - n - power for around 50K.
Does any one run SB on Erie? :chimp:

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25 outlaw, good all around boat and good resale in this area. I had four of my buddies who started in 25s and were very satisfied.

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Thanks for all the info everyone. If you were one of the people who have a boat for sale in my price range please send info and pics to: [email protected]

I have found several 1999 28ZX Donzi's and 1999 Fountain 27 in the $50K price range.

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Yellow7,
I have a boat you might be interested in. It's a 25' V-bottom....custom graphics in gel (not paint or stickers), fuel-injected, runs very well, and looks awesome. I won't fill up the post but if you are interested, let me know...much less than $50K also :D. [email protected]

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NEW (WITH WARRANTY!!!!!) 24 VINDICATOR. ALL COMPOSITE, 496 MAG BRAVO 1, TANDEM TRAILER W/ ALUM. WHEELS, CABIN, PORTA-POTTI, JBL STEREO, DROP DOWN BOLSTERS, MOMO WHEEL, FRESH WATER TRANSOM SHOWER, ETC. ETC.

I am the exclusive dealer for these. See them at VIPBOATS.com and www.yachtworld.com/bartusmarine (building the buyavindicator.com website now!). The are really nice and will run 67-70 all day. Used boats equal $ and down time which are not a good way to get started in the sport if you can slide into a nice reliable new boat.

Have a yellow '04 for $49,995 and a black '04 for $53,550, out the door.

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Yellow have a 1988 cigarette bullet for sale . boat is stock with 502's and bravo drives.on a scale from one to ten boat is an eight.Trailer is a tri axle 2004 high tec marine with a 15,000 GVW.The boat is in the Houston area and will fit in your budget.If your interested PM me.

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I had a 27 1999 fountain last year, 4 months later I bought a 38 thats what your gonna do save your money for larger boat!!!

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Let me know if you might be interested in this?
'98 Active Thunder, will fit your needs and leave a little extra in your pocket.

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I just wanted to post saying I'm the only one here hoping NOT sell my boat!!

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i am not selling either..... unless the price is right :D :evilb:

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105 .... got any pics ? Is it advertised anywhere ???

JM

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Im only selling one......... :drink:

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what lakes in Texas???????? their is a chit load of boats to fit your needs. should be fun shopping :cool:

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A friend of mine just traded in his 99 25 baja outlaw with a 500hp. I think it could be bought for 42k or so.

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New Superboat w/496 should run 74 to 76, I think John's selling it around
55K,