There's a million to choose from - which one?

[gcais]

As a neophyte boater with no experience, I'm interested in buying an 18 - 23 foot run-about, new or used, and no nothing about makers, models, etc. I would appreciate it if someone would take the time to give me a quick lesson on which manufacturers, models, etc., I should ignore or look more closely at. I'm only interested in fresh water, maybe some skiing, certainly fishing and general touring. Thanks. Gcais

 

[JB]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

Howdy gcais.

Welcome to iboats.

Why in the world would you post your boat question in a forum labeled "Non-boating. . . ."??

I will move this to the Boat forum.

 

[Solittle]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

Your best bet is to visit the boat ramps in the areas you plan to go in and ask a ton of questions. Also most areas have an annual boat show - a great place to look, touch & gab.

 

[KCook]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

Your questions have been asked by many. Here are some existing threads that may help -

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=107914

http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=169771

Kelly Cook

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

i personally like boats that have less "Bling" it only adds weight, and takes up valuable floor space. the outboards are easier to work on, and maintain. remember you are paying for all the "Bling". recommend looking at the deck boats. i have a 1999 Chris Craft 230 (23ft) 5.7 Liter Volvo Penta. buying a well maintained used boat also saves money.

 

[gcais]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

Howdy gcais.

Welcome to iboats.

Why in the world would you post your boat question in a forum labeled "Non-boating. . . ."??

I will move this to the Boat forum.

Thanks. I told you I was a beginner! Gcais

 

[Acer2428]

Re: There's a million to choose from - which one?

i personally like boats that have less "Bling" it only adds weight, and takes up valuable floor space. the outboards are easier to work on, and maintain. remember you are paying for all the "Bling". recommend looking at the deck boats. i have a 1999 Chris Craft 230 (23ft) 5.7 Liter Volvo Penta. buying a well maintained used boat also saves money.

Agreed.

Switiching from an I/O boat to an Outboard boat as we speak. The 'motors' of the I/O's are easier to work on, but the bilge area requires you to be a contortionist to fix anything, and outdrives are VERY expensive to replace.