Anyone in the market for a new boat? [Archive]

Mandelon

11-13-2008, 08:45 AM

Just curious...
So much talk about how the industry is getting stupid slow. I wondered how many folks are even looking at buying new...
I used to think about moving up, but with the stock market down and real estate down, I am not feeling very wealthy anymore... :( At least gas prices are down.
Anyone seriously looking for a new ride or even an upper end used boat?

HalletDave

11-13-2008, 09:37 AM

riverracerx

11-13-2008, 10:11 AM

Nope, I already bought one this year.

jasonwtc

11-13-2008, 10:42 AM

if i could sell mine for a halfway descent price i would buy a newer used boat for sure

andy01

11-13-2008, 11:08 AM

if i could sell mine for a halfway descent price i would buy a newer used boat for sure
That's it. Everybody has trades right now or a boat for sale. Most builders are not selling enough new boats to carry a heavy used boat inventory. There are a ton of buyers out there, they just all have trades. I am still very busy with used boat sales but I could double or triple the boats sold if I could take trades on everyone.
Andy

John.

11-13-2008, 12:44 PM

yeah, i really want to buy a new boat. i want a brand new boat. but, i can't order it until i get the current one sold. and there has been zero interest in it for months now.

jasonwtc

11-13-2008, 03:33 PM

yeah, i really want to buy a new boat. i want a brand new boat. but, i can't order it until i get the current one sold. and there has been zero interest in it for months now.
there is only interest if you sell it for way to cheap then it is really not worth selling

grads2112

11-13-2008, 03:38 PM

I was thinking of buying a Skater or MTI but I can't sell mine either. http://smiliesftw.com/x/msn_005.gif (http://smiliesftw.com)

HDF WATERDOG

11-13-2008, 04:06 PM

Been thinking of the new Eliminator Deck boat. I like it a lot. Good price and all. Would have to sell mine first and I'm not willing to give it away. I might not even go to the L.A. Boat Show. I really don't want to see how bad it is or have a bunch of salesman telling me how good it is.

justfloatn

11-14-2008, 05:27 PM

I think about it then remember I work in the new construction industry and wuss out. And I also have a boat to sell first.

SBRDaytona

11-14-2008, 05:54 PM

I would buy a new Eliminator Speedster if I could sell my Daytona.

frosted tips

11-14-2008, 06:41 PM

yeah, i really want to buy a new boat. i want a brand new boat. but, i can't order it until i get the current one sold. and there has been zero interest in it for months now.john see you at the shop 9.30/10.00 am with your new boat/partner/grads im glad you guys are happy:)

drejustice

11-17-2008, 05:31 AM

We'd like another boat! dream/wishlist.
27-30 ft cat. Twin 300xs or maybe the 350sci verados:confused: . Closed Deck/with a cabin.:idea:
Now the question is do we take the year end bonus to pull the trigger or be responsible and with it:jawdrop:

River918

11-22-2008, 09:15 AM

Definately looking for a deckboat, just going to pay a fortune for it. If I can find one we like, great...If not, we always have great friends to help us out...

drejustice

11-22-2008, 12:56 PM

river918, wanna take my ultra deck..so i can go for a 27 with o/b twins :)

River918

11-23-2008, 09:35 AM

river918, wanna take my ultra deck..so i can go for a 27 with o/b twins :)
Does it have the fiberglass innerliner?

drejustice

11-24-2008, 01:51 PM

why yes it does!:jawdrop: 525 with xr drive to boot. I have a few 1 off options as well:) PM me for ?? and/or offers.

waterslinger

11-25-2008, 10:47 AM

I live in Merritt Island Fl Sea Ray has a HUGE plant here that builds 50 to 60 foot boats and they are in bad shape. Sent more than 500 home this year for good. All are off for December. Got a great tour of the plant from one of the engineers and he said most of the boats they sell now are going to Europe
with the value of the euro they get 1/3 off compared to USA cost. Not hot boats but still part of the boat market.