Looking To Buy A Boat.

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NYYVol

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Anyone have any recommendations? Going to go with more of the ski-boat types and would like to find one for no more than 10,000.
 
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Craigs List and local sales network. I think you will have to get a used one for that price. Should be able to find a nice one though.
 
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The two happiest days for a boat owner: The day they buy the boat and the day they get the Hell rid of it.
 
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I've had a boat additction since my grandad gave my a small wood boat to play on a pond. First of all, the two happiest days of a boatowners life are: when he buys the boat..and, when he sells the boat.

Now, there are basically three types of "pleasure boats" (i'm sure i will get arguments) these three types refer to how the boat is powered:
Inboard - the engine sits inside the boat under the gunwales. The prop shaft goes thru the bottom of the boat. (my personal preferance)
Inboard/Outboard - the engine is still inside the boat but the drive mechanism (outdrive)
goes thru a hole in the transom (stern) of the boat to provide power.
Outboard - the engine and drive are one unit and all is mounted to the transom and sit outside the boat.

In/Outs and Inboards are modified auto engines. Outboards are a technology to themselves. Anyone with mechanical knowledge can do minor maintenance on Ins & In/Outs. With a manual and some guidance you can winterize yourself and save a ton of money.

If you're going to be skiing, wakeboarding etc. An inboard is your best bet. The power goes from the engine thru a two gear (forward/reverse) automatic transmission and produces much more thrust than the In/Outs. They have less moving parts than In/Outs and are generally more reliable and hold their value. The big three brands in Inboards are: Malibu, Correct Craft (Nautiques) and MasterCraft. I've owned several Correct Craft's over the yrs but now I own Malibu because of the quality of manufacturer. I'm sure the MasterCraft people will be all over this statement but, I've seen them all built so it's my personal preference. Also, go with a fuel injected boat with electronic ignition. It will give you much better service.

Remember a boat is like any other depreciating asset. The more you care for it the more you will get when you decide to upgrade of get out of the business.
 
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Don't know about price, but I know Nautique is a great company, and Mastercraft is also very good - for ski boats
 
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Mastercraft is top of the line for ski boats. You won't find one in that price range though. try Sea Ray, Malibu, Nautique
 
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Yamaha or Sea-doo. Sea Ray is ok but if you want a newer used one don't go with Sea-Ray as they will be more then your wanting to fork out. Tahoe is pretty good also.
 
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NYYVol said:
Anywhere from 8-12 persons.

As someone above stated I am looking for a used one. Don't have the desire to spend the big money for a brand new one.
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Doubt you will find a "ski" boat that will accomodate that many people comfortabley. If you plan on taking the entorage you might want to check out a pontoon or deck boat.
 
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JustFunnN'Orange said:
Doubt you will find a "ski" boat that will accomodate that many people comfortabley. If you plan on taking the entorage you might want to check out a pontoon or deck boat.
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yes. Pontoon with grill as a tagalong and inverted life vests as drinking diapers. Small slice of heaven.
 
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NYYVol said:
Anyone have any recommendations? Going to go with more of the ski-boat types and would like to find one for no more than 10,000.
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Don't buy your fun... rent it. :unsure:

Rent boats, jet skis, airplanes, RV's, etc. You don't want the hassle and head ache of having to store and maintain those items. Leave that for somebody else to worry about.
 
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BigPapaVol said:
yes. Pontoon with grill as a tagalong and inverted life vests as drinking diapers. Small slice of heaven.
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Completely agree on this one BPV. As I get older the ski boat tends to stay tied up behind the pontoon and spend more time in the DD....:)
 
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Rasputin_Vol said:
Don't buy your fun... rent it. :unsure:

Rent boats, jet skis, airplanes, RV's, etc. You don't want the hassle and head ache of having to store and maintain those items. Leave that for somebody else to worry about.
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I like this. If you're competent operating one, just rent them and move on. The things are an enormous pain.
 
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8-12 people on a ski boat is a great way to get a visit from TWRA or the Sheriff.

i personally would never have more than 3-4 other people on my boat, no matter the size, unless it was docked somewhere.
 
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