looking for a 24 pantera
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I'm located just south of Annapolis Maryland. "run about" may not be the right term but I have riden in the classic 18 and 22 donzis and the 22 seemed better than the 18 but I like to feel like I am actually in the boat and I also like to stand up while driving. From what I can see the 24 pantera doesn't look to bad for a boat its size. I have looked at a lot of photos and videos and it looks like the sides are a bit lower than a larger offshore style boat but much better than the donzi's And I like its rough water reputation.
The chesapeake can be rough at times and change quickly and I want a boat that I can be far from home and if it does get rough it can take it easily. Although rarely have I seen the bay with larger than 5 footers, except a few times. I think no matter what, I want to buy one but if it will just depend on how much I like the way the boat handles and feels if its a boat I would want to keep for 5 to 10 years I am considering buying a new one.
The chesapeake can be rough at times and change quickly and I want a boat that I can be far from home and if it does get rough it can take it easily. Although rarely have I seen the bay with larger than 5 footers, except a few times. I think no matter what, I want to buy one but if it will just depend on how much I like the way the boat handles and feels if its a boat I would want to keep for 5 to 10 years I am considering buying a new one.
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The freeboard of a 22 donzi and a 24 pantera are not in the same ballpark.
The 24 is much deeper.
Matt, there are not many on the market.
This would be my choice if looking for a newer one:
http://www.powerboatlistings.com/view/9790
The 24 is much deeper.
Matt, there are not many on the market.
This would be my choice if looking for a newer one:
http://www.powerboatlistings.com/view/9790
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The 24 Pantera is the biggest little boat you'll ever own ..
The very first day I took mine out thirteen years ago , I was like how in the world am I going to handle this boat ! as a mater of fact the next day I wanted to take my 19 foot back out because of the comfort level . Now my Superboat feels small and the 24 is like my jet ski . But I still love it and have no plans to get rid of the old pain in the a$s ..
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your worried about paying too much for insurance for a 28 but your considering buying a new 24???? call wake zone insurance and talk to stacey hanlon. its not as bad as you think!!! nothing against a 24 but im a fan of the 28. the 24 guys on here praise the hell out of those boats. and they are 100 % correct. they are bad ass. i just boat on lake ontario and a 24 is a little small for where i boat. good luck with your search you will be very happy with a pantera!!
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I'm located just south of Annapolis Maryland. "run about" may not be the right term but I have riden in the classic 18 and 22 donzis and the 22 seemed better than the 18 but I like to feel like I am actually in the boat and I also like to stand up while driving. From what I can see the 24 pantera doesn't look to bad for a boat its size. .
I can tell you that my C22 had awesome gel coat work and fit/finish but it really wasn't built that strong. My 24 is built like a tank!
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Theres a sweeeeeeet s.o.b. K&K ghost 24` stand up boat on l.i. Craigs.
If your not hellbent on a pantera id snatch that thing up in a second.
$9000 no trailer, so lets say all said & done $12
That leaves plenty of cash in the kitty for mods, gas, ins, whatever...
These k&k s are known to be rough water beasts just like panteras
Theres a sweeeeeeet s.o.b. K&K ghost 24` stand up boat on l.i. Craigs.
If your not hellbent on a pantera id snatch that thing up in a second.
$9000 no trailer, so lets say all said & done $12
That leaves plenty of cash in the kitty for mods, gas, ins, whatever...
These k&k s are known to be rough water beasts just like panteras
Last edited by scarab63; 05-03-2012 at 07:23 AM.