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Yacht Brands

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by spacewater, Aug 14, 2013.

  1. spacewater

    spacewater New Member

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    What are some Yacht brands comparable to Bayliner and Rinker? (cheaper than competitors yet doing what is supposed to)

    What are some <$1 mil Yacht/Boat Brand that are made tough, ready to across the 7 Seas?

    Thanks much. Good day!
  2. K1W1

    K1W1 Senior Member

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    Hi,

    If you really want to cross the 7 seas you probably won't be doing it in either of the two brands you mention.

    Look for a good steel cruising boat that sips fuel and has a proven track record, they are out there but might not look like their go fast plastic fantastic cousins in the marina.
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    Meridian, but I sure as heck wouldn't want to be out in 7' seas in it.

    If you want cheaper and a capable ocean boat, look towards commercial boats.
  4. spacewater

    spacewater New Member

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    what are some yacht brand comparable to Meridian price range?
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    You're much better off going with a quality brand that is 2-5 years old, over going with a brand new cheap brand in every aspect.
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    Fishtigua Senior Member

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    I read the Ad yesterday and thought that was a very good price for such a sturdy boat. The one feature I loved was the avocado green bathroom suite, SO retro right now, it's back in fashion. :)
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    But only if used in conjuntion with pink carpets and yellow curtains, grrrrrrrh.

    No joke, this is a boat, you can trust on the seven seas, despite it will never win a beauty contest.