would you pay 40 k extra for 382 just because your partner insists

40K more than what? Better ride than what?
We went from a 312 to a 382 and it was well worth the upgrade. The ride is MUCH better than we had before!!!

Is that partner as in ownership partner or sexual partner ...?

Define slower ride. I hit 90mph in the 382 we have listed with throttle left . How fast do you need to go?

the guy with the formula is asking too much if it is same year and similar power with the Fountain...

My 382 did 98 GPS when I first bought it....rebuilt without blowers and still run in the 80's.

Let him pay the extra $40K since he wants the bigger boat.

Just kidding, you may want to check out the 38 yourself. It's a sweet boat!