30' cruiser

[gnaquin]

New boat owner looking to purchase a 30' cruiser.<br />Plan to use on inland waterways. Any suggestions on a good choice to make?

 

[L Christopher]

Re: 30' cruiser

How much do you want to spend. For the money I would look at Searay or Chaparral. I would look for twin screws, inboads over strendrives if you head for the salt (easier to maintain). Both have pros and cons.

 

[KCook]

Re: 30' cruiser

Sorry you didn't get more responses. Here are some threads on cruiser brands on other sites -<br /><br /> Top tier cruiser <br /><br /> Best Used 30'+ Cruiser <br /><br />You will likely have to register at those sites before these links will work right.<br /><br />Kelly Cook

 

[crazy charlie]

Re: 30' cruiser

I own a 280 Regal which is a little over 30 ft.It is wide(10ft) and heavy(8800lbs),plenty of room,big cockpit and aftcabin.I have had 2 Regals and recommend them highly.It is a very well made boat and not a premium priced boat.I have 2 v8 230 hp mercruisers and believe it or not as long as i dont go over 33mph it is fairly economical.I used the same amount of fuel on my 255 Regal with a single 5.7 260hp merc. Charlie