Boat Show Deposit Question!

[WetWillie]

Hey guys what kinda $ are manufactures asking as a deposit at the show? I was thinking $10k to get a place in line? Am I crazy in my thinking?
Anyone know the wait list or time for a DCB 26 with canopies?
WW:confused:

[WetWillie]

And I wouldnt think a boat show is a good place to negotiate a deal? Or is there any negotiating on a DCB?? Any thoughts or suggestions??
WW
Also I plan to pay this boat off before its completed so I dont want to finance it? Will they do this?

[UnionJack]

I just got a 2004 f-26 that will be at the show.... Just remember when buying the DCB you are paying for quality... and the Name. I just look at my boat and say WOW... I still cant believe that I have one. Just make sure you talk to the guys like Chad, Paul, Carlos, Kevin adrian etc... remember dave could sell ice to eskomos

[WetWillie]

Doesnt Dave set the final price? Or does Carlos negotiate his portion of the deal?
Does he have any sales personal working for him?
WW

[UnionJack]

Dave is the only sales man, the other guys just know it all, carlos has some say... he the manager of the shop... and chad is incharge of all the rigging, and cash is the only way to go but don't give all at once wait till the boat is done... trust me

[WetWillie]

Please!:D

[Starloans]

I picked up my boat the Wednesday before Labor Day. I made the deal with Dave. I don't recall anyone else having much say in the price. Carlos did the art work on my boat and interior colors, etc. Everyone in the shop was always very helpful especially the riggers. I know everyone who likes something especially their boat, will say good things about them. I really had a great experience.
I live in San Diego so I really didn't do a lot of shopping. I did do a lot of reading.
But I believe it is important to also build a relationship with whom ever you buy from no matter what the product is. Boat, house, etc. where there will be continuing interaction during the process. I'm not a big ass kisser and everybody has heard of DCB but I think with any product or business if you form a relationship it will be a lot better experience. As an example during the last week of rigging I dropped off a case of silver bullets on Friday.
I've seen a few posts on here from people who say they couldn't afford a DCB. But they buy other boats. Personally I don't think they are night and day more expensive than say Eliminator, howard, cole etc. Typically a DCB will have a STUPID ASS engine in it. I think thats where a lot of the extra cost comes from. I got the stock HP525. Perfect choice for me.
Willie, it looks like you live here in town. I would go to the shop and tell him what you want and see what he asks for it. Dave is a salesman. He is not high pressure and his prices are not in stone. You may be suprised.
My boat will also be at the LA boat show. Carlos told me today they are not doing the San Diego show. PM me with your # and I will call you if you want more details.
PS.. think resale value. Some of the other mfg you will get slaughtered on!!!

[UnionJack]

I agree with what you are saying

[Starloans]

NEVER pay for ANYTHING completely until the product is delivered.
The dealer is close to your house.
Dave never ask me to sign a single piece of paper until my boat was half finished. I gave him a 10K deposit to start.
It was easy.

[WetWillie]

Star that is what I was looking for! Looking forward to seeing your boat at the show.
WW:)

[CEO]

I just went there tonight and dropped off 25K, the boat is awesome and yes, it's worth it. Quality, rigging, Name =DCB.
I can't wait until mine is done:)

[Starloans]

CEO what are you getting? Power?

[WetWillie]

Did you ever post pictures of your boat?? Ting to remmeber what yuo got?
WW:p

[Starloans]

Here's one I have handy.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/438Havasu0002-med.jpg

[WetWillie]

Looks Great!!
WW

[Starloans]

Thanks :D

[CEO]

When I first went looking to get my first boat, (this one), I always heard that DCB, expensive, but the best. I went to Force, Eliminator then I went to DCB. I could have paid a few thousand less and got either one of their boats, but my God, have you seen the detail in every little piece of work they do at DCB. My wife was looking under the dash of one of the canopy boats that was getting rigged today and she was impressed. That's a hard trick to pull. I never thought that I could afford one of these rigs, but comparing to the other builders boats, shit I think I saved money. My boat will have a few things that are trick and not another one like it. I got a smaller motor than most of the DCB'rs but that fits me perfect now. I can always go get into my motor later. I already have the rig!

[BoatFloating]

I do have a question about DCB's. I know the Mach doesn't have a inner linner, does any of his boats have them and what is Dave's reason for not putting them in all his boat's

[CEO]

I have no idea, maybe ot would add to the price, Weight?

[BoatFloating]

Originally posted by CEOinSoCal
I have no idea, maybe ot would add to the price, Weight?
I was thinking the same thing weight. It wouldn't seem to add that much more weight I would think. If there is one negative on the DCB that would be the only thing I good see. My current boat has a inner liner and removable carpet and boy waht a difference.

[Charley]

I think all Canopied F series Machs now have an innerliner with snap in carpet. WW ..If you want me to help you work Dave on the $$, email me the options you want, and motor package and let me go to bat 4ya ;)

[CEO]

Where were you for me Charlie? :wink: I feel good about the options and the price I got. Now the waiting games begin

[WetWillie]

Originally posted by Charley
I think all Canopied F series Machs now have an innerliner with snap in carpet. WW ..If you want me to help you work Dave on the $$, email me the options you want, and motor package and let me go to bat 4ya ;)

[Charley]

gfamily1@pacbell.net ;)

[UnionJack]

Dave want to sell his boats.... so I am sure that he will work with you