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LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 06:38 PM
What's the deal with the guys at Hallet? I went to the show with a Hallet owner and as we approached the Hallet area, he told me that more then likely, no one would even talk to us from Hallet because of their "legendary arrogance" as he put it, and that their attitude is one of, they are not there to sell you a Hallett, you are there to buy one! You know what, he was right. My friend is looking at buying a Hallett 25.5 in a couple years or so and we were giving it the once-over at the show. Not one person came over to answer questions, say hi, etc. It this just "no pressure salesmanship", or was my friend correct in his earlier statement? It was almost comical to see this in action. One fine gentleman just leered at us from his pearch, high-up on a swimstep, and then just as quickly turned away. And no we didn't look like we just came from a Phish concert. I'm not bashing Hallet, I'm just conveying my experience with them on Saturday. Said friend got the same vibe at the Hallet Regattas as well. And yet, he said he'll never own anything but a Hallet. Brand loyalty I guess.:cool:

Kilrtoy
01-26-2004, 06:41 PM
Whats a HALLET????????????????????????:rolleyes:

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 06:43 PM
Originally posted by Kilrtoy
Whats a HALLET????????????????????????:rolleyes: Ouch Kilrtoy. Good thing my buddy's not on here!:D

JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 06:44 PM
When I was there last year with a friend who owns a 270 Hallett, they treated us great. Let us get on any boat we wanted with out an escort, no issues at all. :rolleyes:
They new him, which made a difference I guess.:D

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 06:47 PM
Originally posted by JetBoatRich
When I was there last year with a friend who owns a 270 Hallett, they treated us great. Let us get on any boat we wanted with out an escort, no issues at all. :rolleyes:
They new him, which made a difference I guess.:D My friend Rick usually talks with Nick, but he was pre-occupied, I think;)

Havasu Hangin'
01-26-2004, 06:49 PM
Maybe they all attended the "Essex Sales Seminar on Customer Satisfaction" before the show?

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 06:51 PM
Originally posted by RiverDave
No... he's just owned a Hallett.. ;) Once you own one you'd never consider owning one of those "shitbox" other boats.. ;) Or atleast that's the mentallity most Hallett owners take.
LaserRay, you are correct when you said their not there to sell you a Hallett, people are their to buy them. They don't have to be.. and they might miss a sale or two becuase of it, but they have a loyal following of people that ain't going anywhere anytime soon.. I.E. See the big red Herbst boat? There's a new one at every show.
RD That big red Herbst was SICK! In a good way! Gotta love that waterline entry. And how about that cuddy? They could hold the superbowl inside that thing.:eek!: Anyone got pics of that Big Red Machine?:confused:

THOR
01-26-2004, 06:56 PM
Originally posted by titties and beer
I THINK ITS A FISH:D
You are thinking of a Mullett. LMAO :D

Kilrtoy
01-26-2004, 06:56 PM
My buddy owns a HALLET, best boat he has ever owned according to him.
BUT
He also said he would never buy another due to the fact there heads are so far up their own asses.....

JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 06:56 PM
This little one:eek:
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540main.jpg

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 06:58 PM
Originally posted by JetBoatRich
This little one:eek:
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540main.jpg Looks familiar:eek:

JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 06:59 PM
Found some more
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540f.jpg
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540i.jpg
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540c.jpg
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540a.jpg
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540b.jpg
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JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 07:00 PM
Look at the spec's on this:
54' Hallett (http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/index.html)

JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 07:08 PM
Originally posted by titties and beer
help can't get ti to work:(
worked for me, just one picture right?

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 07:10 PM
Thanks Rich. Does it come with a Captain? I'd opt for a little different gel. That red just screams "Hey look at me".:D ( as if the the whole boat doesn't):cool:

JetBoatRich
01-26-2004, 07:15 PM
Originally posted by LASERRAY
Thanks Rich. Does it come with a Captain? I'd opt for a little different gel. That red just screams "Hey look at me".:D ( as if the the whole boat doesn't):cool:
Everything he owns is red

Kachina26
01-26-2004, 07:16 PM
You musta just looked like po white trash:D I was walking past Hallet 2 years ago at Anaheim and the sales guy asked if I wanted to go up in the boat. I sheepishly said that I was "only dreaming", he told me that's where it all starts and insisted on giving me the tour of the 27 footer. I never felt more welcome. I only wish I could've stepped up to it when it finally came time to buy.

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 07:29 PM
Originally posted by Kachina26
You musta just looked like po white trash:D I was walking past Hallet 2 years ago at Anaheim and the sales guy asked if I wanted to go up in the boat. I sheepishly said that I was "only dreaming", he told me that's where it all starts and insisted on giving me the tour of the 27 footer. I never felt more welcome. I only wish I could've stepped up to it when it finally came time to buy.
Yea! It must have been my two fisted Beer guzzling,
and my " I **** On The First Date" t-shirt.:D

mbrown2
01-26-2004, 07:49 PM
They were not that bad at last years show...they talked to us, but I pretty much flew their booth this year.......Also, they don't have to sell their boats...its kind of like Mercedes....they will always have a clientele, and their clientele will probably have money to keep them in business...
That F2 in the Lobby was bad-ass..:D

phebus
01-26-2004, 08:35 PM
The Hallett sales people I have had contact with have been nothing short of great. My next boat (and probably my last boat) is going to be a Hallett. The time I have spent talking with them has shown the knowledge they have in their product, and I have recieved honest answers to my questions. I once thought the Hallett's were way overpriced, but once I met with other manufacturer's, and compared apples to apples, my opinion has changed. The upgrades that you have to pay for in a lot of other boats are standard on the Hallett, so finished prices weren't too far apart. Just my .02

sandblasted
01-26-2004, 09:32 PM
I tend to go to the boat show during the week since it's easy for me to make my own schedule....I find most salesmen are willing to talk to you because they are probably board to death, it's pretty slow at 2pm on a thursday! As for Hallett, my buddy and I spent about a 1/2 hour talking with the Hallett salesman and looking at their boats...I guess we each have our own experiences dealing with them...

jbtrailerjim
01-26-2004, 09:50 PM
I have never really talked to anyone at Hallet at the show's but I stopped in at their factory in Irwindale one day about a year or so ago. I told the guy I couldn't afford one but I had alway's wanted to see how they were built. The salesman was very cool and took me on the full tour and walked me through the whole building process. Very nice people and I'd love to own a Hallet someday.

Haullen270
01-26-2004, 10:18 PM
They build a great solid boat with the superior attention to detail. Once you own one and learn to appreciate the fine detail, solid ride, erogenomic setup, it's hard to ever switch to another brand. Yes you pay for superior quality and yes they have a arrogance about them, but they have earned that. Remember you get what you pay for! So if you are the type that wants the best, you have to pay and deal with some attitude, but once you are Haullen across the water in a Hallett, then and only then do you realize that it is all worth it!

Kilrtoy
01-26-2004, 10:26 PM
So if you are the type that wants the best, you have to pay and deal with some attitude
I have to disagree with that,
Attitude of a hallet owner towards others of other boats, I can see that,
but the owners of Hallet towards potential customers, not good salesmanship.

LASERRAY
01-26-2004, 10:32 PM
Originally posted by Kilrtoy
So if you are the type that wants the best, you have to pay and deal with some attitude
I have to disagree with that,
Attitude of a hallet owner towards others of other boats, I can see that,
but the owners of Hallet towards potential customers, not good salesmanship. It appears that they don't want just anybody driving their boats, but then again maybe they were all on break:D

Dusty Times
01-27-2004, 02:04 AM
I pulled up next to Nick a couple of years ago on the beach at Lake Mead. I was driving a 27' Carrera at the time and Nick treated myself and the others with me like we had known him forever and invited us into his own boat to check it out. Don't have a single bad thing to say about the guy.

SoCal_fun
01-27-2004, 03:10 AM
I have to say that at the Long Beach show in 03, the Hallet salesman spent a good 20-30 mins talking Hallets with Raff and I. This guy also invited us out for a tour anytime at the Irwindale plant, even gave us directions.
Nice, warm and friendly. No Attitude at all!

MagicMtnDan
01-27-2004, 05:08 AM
We didn't kick the tires at the Hallet booth but we did do the factory tour out in Irwindale. They were great to us, showed us all the boats, took us around the plant. Two thumbs up for the Hallet boats and their peeps. http://www.clubavalanche.com/forums/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif http://www.clubavalanche.com/forums/html/emoticons/thumbup.gif

JetBoatRich
01-27-2004, 09:37 AM
Originally posted by RiverDave
Laser Ray, that pic of the 54' that Rich put up isn't the one that was at the show.. It was at last year or the year befores show though.. The one at the show is a new one they built, and I didn't get a real good look at it but it was around 30'ish + feet long.. That 54 is so big it's unreal.
Anyways It's like I said earlier.. "new one every year" or atleast it seems like.. ;)
RD
You correcting me:confused: I believe I posted T.B.'s boat as he asked :eek:
(j/k)

eliminatedsprinter
01-27-2004, 10:15 AM
Halletts are very well built boats, but they still have no reason to be cocky (if thats what they are). It's not like they don't have competition. Howards, Schiadas, and some others (depending on who you ask) are just as good. The fact that they have a loyal following means nothing to me, MG Midgits, have a loyal following too. If I had the money and was looking for a new boat and I went to the Hallett display and didn't get tons of help and attention, I'd just walk right over to Howard or Eliminator etc and never look back. I mentioned Eliminator because there boats looked great this year and their people were very nice and helpful, as were those at Shockwave, and Ultra as well.

Member: 7673
01-27-2004, 10:28 AM
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SoCal_fun
01-27-2004, 10:55 AM
Originally posted by Member: 7673
I 'm currently in the process of buying a Hallett. For acouple of years I have been looking around and the salesmen at Hallett showed my wife and I nothing but respect, answered all my questions over and over. They have even spent several hours walking to different boat builders to compare, I have toured their shop in Irwindale and got a positive attitude from everyone there.
Two thumbs up for the Hallet boats and their peeps.
The Hallet bashing brought you out of the closet huh? GOOD FOR YOU!! :D Keep posting, this place can use some new blood. To many 'post whores' mucking up the place.... :rolleyes:
J/K (JBR, RD)
:D :D

eliminatedsprinter
01-27-2004, 10:57 AM
Originally posted by SoCal_fun
The Hallet bashing brought you out of the closet huh? GOOD FOR YOU!! :D Keep posting, this place can use some new blood. To many 'post whores' mucking up the place.... :rolleyes:
J/K (JBR, RD)
:D :D
Hey bub, I resemble that remark. :rolleyes:

Essex502
01-27-2004, 11:19 AM
We spoke with a Hallett sales rep for 1/2 or so at last year's show. Didn't talk to them this year as they don't have a model in their line up we like. They are no more expensive than Howard or Eliminator in the same size boat.

Ducatista
01-27-2004, 01:28 PM
Hallett.....good way to go. ;)

roln 20s
01-27-2004, 01:56 PM
I went thru their booth--I think they make a nice boat but not really my style. I do love the 270 and the hardwood floors are killer. A salesman talked to me and my GF for a couple minutes, but I wasn't too interested. Nice of him though.
But on the the more important issue--who is this "terrible" guy, what does he do for work, and is he hiring? Hell, for the small sum of $100,000--I will clean his boats all day. I'm a dedicated worker, with great experience :D
Roln 20s

roln 20s
01-27-2004, 01:58 PM
They are no more expensive than Howard or Eliminator in the same size boat.
The 255 with the 496HO is around 10K LESS than the new 25 Howard Bullet, but not sure how it compares to the Eliminator.
Roln 20s

PerfectionDtail
01-27-2004, 02:27 PM
Originally posted by roln 20s
I went thru their booth--I think they make a nice boat but not really my style. I do love the 270 and the hardwood floors are killer. A salesman talked to me and my GF for a couple minutes, but I wasn't too interested. Nice of him though.
But on the the more important issue--who is this "terrible" guy, what does he do for work, and is he hiring? Hell, for the small sum of $100,000--I will clean his boats all day. I'm a dedicated worker, with great experience :D
Roln 20s
Jerry owns Terrible Herbst gas stations and a few Casino's in Vegas. The best is when they bring Ice Cream out to the island with the helicopter. Everything they own in the family(dad and 3 sons) is red.

BADBLOWN572
01-27-2004, 02:41 PM
I would NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, buy a Hallet simply because they are A-holes! I remember right before I built my boat, I was looking at them and they were rude, cocky, and acted like their shit don't stink. They treated me like I was some POS that could never afford one of their boats. F@$k Them! I really like their boats and I think that they build an awesome product, but if they are going to treat me like crap why would I ever want to give them my money? I can find other companies who would be happy to take my duckets and be thankful and helpful.

PerfectionDtail
01-27-2004, 02:48 PM
I have had good luck with Hallett in the past. We (immediate family) in the past have had 2 Halletts. Great boats.
I do prefer the staff/ownership at Magic. Always been treated GREAT by the people at Magic/Sleek. I would recommend them to anyone.

Havasu_Dreamin
01-27-2004, 03:46 PM
We were originally looking to buy a Hallett, they were one of the final 3, but we chose to not go with them. Not due to the boat itself, they make GREAT boats! The salesman we talked to was just a real a$$hole and we were not going to drop that amount of coin dealing with an a$$hole. Would it prevent me from ever owning a Hallett, no, but it did sway my decision that time.

PerfectionDtail
01-27-2004, 03:50 PM
Originally posted by titties and beer
LIKE I SAID NOT EVERTHING :D the boat in the back ground is dad,mr terrible:D
The only reason that yacht is not red is because there is not enough red paint to completely cover that monster.

CA Stu
01-27-2004, 03:59 PM
Originally posted by BADBLOWN572
I would NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, buy a Hallet simply because they are A-holes! I remember right before I built my boat, I was looking at them and they were rude, cocky, and acted like their shit don't stink. They treated me like I was some POS that could never afford one of their boats. F@$k Them! I really like their boats and I think that they build an awesome product, but if they are going to treat me like crap why would I ever want to give them my money? I can find other companies who would be happy to take my duckets and be thankful and helpful.
Don't hold back, tell us how you really feel!
;)
CA Stu

LASERRAY
01-27-2004, 04:42 PM
Originally posted by RiverDave
So your pissed becuase they guessed right? Just messing with ya BB572.. ;)
RD Hey, just because his house has wheels on it, and his truck doesn't, does not a bad person make!:D J/K.

CaptainBill
01-27-2004, 05:32 PM
It's funny how my impression of Hallett can be so different from others. I bought my 210 in 2002 and cannot be happier. They have treated me so well that it would be difficult to by any other boat. I only bought a 210 but they treat me like I've bought a couple of the monsters they build. I can't wait to order my next one.

Up 4 River
01-28-2004, 12:21 PM
I did not go to the show or their shop and buy a new one, but they have been very helpful and nice when I have called with questions. Before I bought my used Hallett I called their shop and talked to a guy on the phone for about 15 minutes and asked him every question I could about their 210. Once I bought the boat and went to their shop and asked if I could look at the new 210's being made and wanted to know the diiferences in mine and the new ones. They we very helpful.
Many of us on these boards are in sales positions and sale products and services. We have a responsibility to our clients and customers to give them the best quality and service we can. Hallett has no doubt given me a quality boat, but has also been their with service questions when they are needed. I know not everybody can always be happy, but we don't need to bad mouth other builders or salesguys over and over. If you have found a boat that you are happy with then that's a good thing. Hallett may have not been the route you went, but you now have a relationship with a builder you like and that's what matters.

SUPERCREWJOHN
01-28-2004, 01:58 PM
Originally posted by BADBLOWN572
I would NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, buy a Hallet simply because they are A-holes! I remember right before I built my boat, I was looking at them and they were rude, cocky, and acted like their shit don't stink. They treated me like I was some POS that could never afford one of their boats. F@$k Them! I really like their boats and I think that they build an awesome product, but if they are going to treat me like crap why would I ever want to give them my money? I can find other companies who would be happy to take my duckets and be thankful and helpful.
Ahmen!! Chris and Travis Barron arent to bad, but Jerry and the Old Man, they just need to go. I too had a 210S and they are great boats, probably the best in its size class. They managed to eject me out of a 270S with a step bottom during a test drive and ended up with a femur broken 3 inches down from the hip, and a permenant bad limp, and no apology.. :yuk:

SUPERCREWJOHN
01-28-2004, 02:08 PM
Originally posted by RiverDave
No discount either.. LOL :D
RD
Yeah, not even the good old boy disount. Too bad for them. I guess they thing bad press and bad service is good for business.
Besides there are too many other great boats out there that are more flexible, and are will to build it your way. Folks like Ultra, Shockwave,Howard, Schiada ( that is if they build more than a couple per year) ,and DCB build A grade boats, and will almost never build any two alike.

MagicMtnDan
01-28-2004, 03:22 PM
Originally posted by SUPERCREWJOHN
Ahmen!! Chris and Travis Barron arent to bad, but Jerry and the Old Man, they just need to go. I too had a 210S and they are great boats, probably the best in its size class. They managed to eject me out of a 270S with a step bottom during a test drive and ended up with a femur broken 3 inches down from the hip, and a permenant bad limp, and no apology.. :yuk:
With a lawyer like Johnny Cockroach you coulda been owning a Hallet 360T...
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/360/360overview.jpg

My Man's Sportin' Wood
01-28-2004, 04:19 PM
Heres my hallett story,
We have a 78 20 ss and did a restoration project on it a few years ago. The guys at Hallett where helpfull and interested in our old boat. We called a couple of times and they looked up old info for us with no problems.
This boat is in great shape after 25 years of abuse and is still solid.
we attended the regatta one time and it really was not our cup of tea. ( lots of BF boats) What I remember the most was the guys at the launch ramp when our old boat would not start ( radio got left on) a new battery was produced and installed at once for free. I would expect that for a new boat owner but not the owner of a 20 year old white trash jet boat.
Hallett has been good to us and I would buy one again.

Big TW
01-28-2004, 06:06 PM
OK..... I've been lurking around for over six months and haven't felt compelled to post yet until now.
I bought a 24' Hallett in 96, loved it but as you all know, the need for bigger and faster hit. I called Jerry and within two days he found a buyer with cash for the 24 and it was sold right then.
I then bought the 27 mid cabin with an hp500 in 2000. It would now be impossible to buy any other boat, no matter how good they are. I've always been treated great, and when I call and ask questions, they are great help.
I guess everyone reacts differently to similar situations.:D

PerfectionDtail
01-28-2004, 07:58 PM
Speaking of Hallett.....
My dad has decided to sell his 1994 340T. The boat is PERFECT and in showroom condition. Sounds hard to believe, but we manufacture detailing products and it is detailed monthly even if it does not go out to the lake. The past few (3) years it has only been used 1-2 times a year.
1994 340T, twin 502 efi, closed bow, perfect interior, bright gel/paint, this was the brochure boat back in 94-(until they did the new brochure). The boat is the normal Hallett gel design with red trim and has a Kevlar hull. 180 original hours. He purchased this boat from Nick just after Nick completed it for himself. I am looking for pictures to scan and will post them as soon as I can.
It has been stored indoors with a cover since new. Boat is located in Boulder City in storage there. $91,000 OBO.
Any questions contact me at
602-885-8555

PerfectionDtail
01-28-2004, 08:14 PM
Originally posted by PerfectionDtail
Speaking of Hallett.....
My dad has decided to sell his 1994 340T. The boat is PERFECT and in showroom condition. Sounds hard to believe, but we manufacture detailing products and it is detailed monthly even if it does not go out to the lake. The past few (3) years it has only been used 1-2 times a year.
1994 340T, twin 502 efi, closed bow, perfect interior, bright gel/paint, this was the brochure boat back in 94-(until they did the new brochure). The boat is the normal Hallett gel design with red trim and has a Kevlar hull. 180 original hours. He purchased this boat from Nick just after Nick completed it for himself. I am looking for pictures to scan and will post them as soon as I can.
It has been stored indoors with a cover since new. Boat is located in Boulder City in storage there. $91,000 OBO.
Any questions contact me at
602-885-8555
These are the only pics I could find right now. Since the boat is not near the house, I can't shoot pics until later. These are regular photos that are laid out and taken with a dig camera.

PerfectionDtail
01-28-2004, 08:15 PM
Last one for now. Sorry again for the quality of pic.

FMluvswater
05-22-2004, 05:27 PM
Originally posted by JetBoatRich
This little one:eek:
http://www.hallettboats.com/portside/models/540/540main.jpg
How the hell did I manage to miss this thread when it was first posted? :confused:
That be my supreme dream dream boat! *wub smiley goes here*
I'd definitely want to be owned by a Hallett boat. :cool:

Debbolas
05-22-2004, 06:31 PM
I have to ask this question...........
I know Halletts are the"best" boat out there. My best friend's dad has a Hallett, and it was her purchase of a Kachina that led us to them (p.s. I love my boat)
What is it about Halletts that are so great. Can you give me a comparison in car terms?
Is it the length of time to make each boat? The quality of the materials? The workmanship?
I am serious, I just don't know. Also what is the price range?
We bought our 26ft Kachinna (loaded) for $60,000 (boat show special)
We looked at a 24ft Essex for the same price and we would have had to upgrade the engine.
I know Bayliners are at the low end of the totem pole.....
Halletts are at the top?
It looks like most of the boats here are custom made, so besides being made to order what is it about a Hallett?

Kilrtoy
05-22-2004, 07:26 PM
Halletts are at the top?
So they say, It must be so......:confused:

Debbolas
05-22-2004, 07:32 PM
Originally posted by Kilrtoy
Halletts are at the top?
So they say, It must be so......:confused:
But Why?!?;)

JetBoatRich
05-22-2004, 07:40 PM
They ride nice, built well, comfortable and lots of money:D

LASERRAY
05-24-2004, 09:54 PM
Originally posted by Debbolas
But Why?!?;) I spent this last weekend in one. VERY well built. Great design and workmanship. The fit is perfect. Ran very well in any condition that we experienced. Very few boats compare to Hallett. Howard, Schiada, and DCB come to mind as far as the west coast builders. There were some very nice Halletts at Havasu this weekend.:cool: You get what you pay for.;)

dicudmore
05-24-2004, 10:11 PM
Originally posted by Debbolas
I have to ask this question...........
I know Halletts are the"best" boat out there. My best friend's dad has a Hallett, and it was her purchase of a Kachina that led us to them (p.s. I love my boat)
What is it about Halletts that are so great. Can you give me a comparison in car terms?
Is it the length of time to make each boat? The quality of the materials? The workmanship?
I am serious, I just don't know. Also what is the price range?
We bought our 26ft Kachinna (loaded) for $60,000 (boat show special)
We looked at a 24ft Essex for the same price and we would have had to upgrade the engine.
I know Bayliners are at the low end of the totem pole.....
Halletts are at the top?
It looks like most of the boats here are custom made, so besides being made to order what is it about a Hallett?
Hallett.....nice boat....
Is it built any better than your Kachina (I'll look your rig over memorial :D ) ?
IMO way over-priced. You could pay the price of your Force and get a Vector from Hallett....(also a very nice boat, but 26' its not)

LASERRAY
05-24-2004, 10:17 PM
Originally posted by dicudmore
Hallett.....nice boat....
Is it built any better than your Kachina (I'll look your rig over memorial :D ) ?
IMO way over-priced. You could pay the price of your Force and get a Vector from Hallett....(also a very nice boat, but 26' its not) No, but it is still a HALLETT just the same. Another thing to consider is resale value. Hallett is atop that list also.:cool:

dicudmore
05-24-2004, 10:19 PM
Originally posted by LASERRAY
No, but it is still a HALLETT. Another thing to consider is resale value. Hallett is atop that list also.:cool:
Laser I totally agree w/u there....
You pay for the name to own a Hallett.....
Re-sale value definitely among the best. Heck you can order a new hallett cheaper than you can buy one a couple years old sometimes....
Great boat it is, no doubt.
I'd sure own one over a commander, ultra, etc......
In fact a nice Vector is about the only boat I've ridden on lately except mine

LASERRAY
05-24-2004, 10:26 PM
Originally posted by dicudmore
Laser I totally agree w/u there....
You pay for the name to own a Hallett.....
Re-sale value definitely among the best. Heck you can order a new hallett cheaper than you can buy one a couple years old sometimes....
Great boat it is, no doubt.
I'd sure own one over a commander, ultra, etc......
In fact a nice Vector is about the only boat I've ridden on lately except mine ;)
Most upper tier boats do seem to appreciate in value quite well, especially well- taken-care-of boats. My friend bought his 1992 Hallett 210 with a 454 in 2000 for $26,000 with 160 hrs on it. It now has only 330 hours on it and is in near immaculate condition. I'm sure it would fetch him a nice profit if sold tomorrow. ;)

dicudmore
05-24-2004, 10:31 PM
Originally posted by LASERRAY
;)
Most upper tier boats do seem to appreciate in value quite well, especially well- taken-care-of boats. My friend bought his 1992 Hallett 210 with a 454 in 2000 for $26,000 with 160 hrs on it. It now has only 330 hours on it and is in near immaculate condition. I'm sure it would fetch him a nice profit if sold tomorrow. ;)
I also think they are holding value since the new ones have gone up so damn high w/mercs price increases etc.
My friends bought their 98 Vector about 4 years ago w/50 hrs for low 30's. 250hrs now and looks like prices about the same on the used...

Debbolas
05-25-2004, 05:56 AM
Ok, so they are well buildt boats with a known name...(I think everyone knows the name Hallett)
Can you give me a comparison in car terms
Rolls Royce?
Porche?
Volvo? (lol)

My Man's Sportin' Wood
05-25-2004, 10:13 AM
I've gotta say, the one thing that I enjoy is when people see our Hallett sticker on the truck or car and they say "You own a Hallett?!" Like it's some BFD. Of course, I don't mention the fact that it's 25 years old! LOL
I hear the salesmen are a$$holes, and they probably are, but I like my boat, that's all I know. I like it so much, I wouldn't want a new boat, of any kind.
Oh, and the only two bummers about the regatta that they put on is 1) it's at lake Mead :yuk: and 2) there aren't many older boats. Maybe next year we can talk some of the old Hallett owners from the boards to go with us.

dicudmore
05-25-2004, 10:33 AM
Originally posted by Mrs. Sportin' Wood
I've gotta say, the one thing that I enjoy is when people see our Hallett sticker on the truck or car and they say "You own a Hallett?!" Like it's some BFD. Of course, I don't mention the fact that it's 25 years old! LOL
I hear the salesmen are a$$holes, and they probably are, but I like my boat, that's all I know. I like it so much, I wouldn't want a new boat, of any kind.
Oh, and the only two bummers about the regatta that they put on is 1) it's at lake Mead :yuk: and 2) there aren't many older boats. Maybe next year we can talk some of the old Hallett owners from the boards to go with us.
We'll leave the cheetah at home that weekend and be at the Hallett regatta with the Vector :cool:

My Man's Sportin' Wood
05-25-2004, 10:40 AM
Is it this year? Looks like I'm going to have to send them a line. I lose track with that every other year mess, but I can't say I blame them if that's what it takes to afford to do it right.

dicudmore
05-25-2004, 10:47 AM
Originally posted by Mrs. Sportin' Wood
Is it this year? Looks like I'm going to have to send them a line. I lose track with that every other year mess, but I can't say I blame them if that's what it takes to afford to do it right.
We were wondering as well if it was this year or not....
Thinking that it is.....
If you find out please let me know :D
-Dan

My Man's Sportin' Wood
05-25-2004, 11:15 AM
Originally posted by RiverDave
I guess the fact that it's fully catered, FREE to attend, and has an open bar would be the plusses? :D
RD
Yes, those are major pluses. Especially that open bar thing. http://home.mchsi.com/~angieknoll/drunk.gif
Called Irwindale and found out for sure. This is an off year.

dicudmore
05-25-2004, 11:21 AM
thanks for checking....
guess we'll see ya at the lake w/the Cheetah then :D
we usually only use the Hallett locally since its not the smoothest riding hull out there. pretty quick though :D :D