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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Wed May 06, 2009 1:52 pm 
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Keep in mind these are just "asking" prices. Selling prices could vary quite a bit. I was able to negotiate quite a bit below asking price on a boat we were going for until we were unable to sell our 225.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Tue Mar 23, 2010 1:23 pm 
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Well, it's been almost a year, time to bring back this good old thread, as this is the time of year we get the bug to look at boats. At least my wife and I do. So if any of you are looking, or have some interesting finds, go ahead and post them up.

BOAT #1
This was just listed yesterday, local boat, and I was thinking it sure would look nice....
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in our new marina.
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I can't believe this boat is 6 years old. Would hate to bottom paint it cause it looks so purty.
But, it would need to be done.

Next ??????

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Tue Mar 23, 2010 1:31 pm 
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She's a beauty, Cap'n. We need details!

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Tue Mar 23, 2010 5:46 pm 
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Yes Capn, details are a must.

You know better!

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Tue Mar 23, 2010 8:48 pm 
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Okay, it's a 2004 288 Vista. Amazing condition for it's age. In and Out rack storage since new, even the outdrives look nice.
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Twin 4.3L GXI, Air/Heat, Windlass,TV, DVD, Raymarine RC320, and most other options except genset.
We are not quite ready to make a move yet, a few other boats to look at first. This would be a great boat, and I don't think it will be on the market very long.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Wed Mar 24, 2010 8:30 am 
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Price/link to the ad Cap'n?

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Wed Mar 24, 2010 9:39 am 
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cougarcruiser wrote:
Price/link to the ad Cap'n?


Sent !

It's actually the lowest priced 288 Vista I can find in the US. So price is not bad, just
more than we can afford right now.

The next two we are considering are not FW boats. (but not bayliner's either :wink: )

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Thu Mar 25, 2010 10:58 am 
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Pop another bag or 6 of popcorn, this may take awhile. :D

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Thu Mar 25, 2010 11:18 am 
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I was looking at a few 288s but the prices at this point are just a bit out of range. Maybe in
a couple of years for me. Although that v288 that capt morgan posted sure looks great for the
year.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Thu Mar 25, 2010 11:19 am 
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To me at least a 288 seems like a small jump from a 268. If we go bigger it would be a 318, but that is years ahead.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Fri Mar 26, 2010 8:07 am 
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Looks like knowone else is looking, or cares to share. We have something in the works currently. Based on a recent post here regarding someone else's boat purchase, I think I am going to lay low with regards to what we are considering. If it does happen, I will determine at that point if it's appropriate to share. If it does not work out, we will enjoy another season on our 268 Vista.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Fri Mar 26, 2010 9:36 am 
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Good luck Cap'n with whatever you decide.

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
PostPosted: Fri Mar 26, 2010 2:03 pm 
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Cap'n Morgan wrote:
Looks like knowone else is looking, or cares to share. We have something in the works currently. Based on a recent post here regarding someone else's boat purchase, I think I am going to lay low with regards to what we are considering. If it does happen, I will determine at that point if it's appropriate to share. If it does not work out, we will enjoy another season on our 268 Vista.


I am not looking because I am trying to sell....but should be looking to see what others are asking. I am psyched about moving into the cruiser but can't see sinking any money into her until after the bowrider is sold. We are also installing a pool this year so I may not see the cruiser in use until next year.
Cap'n
I thought I read somewhere that you were considering a small bowrider and a motorhome? Changed your mind?

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 Post subject: Re: Boat Shopping
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We are always exploring different possibilities. We like to keep our options open. We have not decided on anything yet for sure.

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