pepeborja
New Member
I joined the forum last year looking for advice as a first time boater. So far the advice has been spot on and I am glad I came here for it.
I bought a Sea Ray Bow Rider 190 with 280Hrs that was well cared for and used it the whole 2014 season. I took boating classes and learned how to launch and retrieve, dock and drop the hook to have fun. We had a really good time and look forward to more of it next year.
The next step in my boating plan is now in place. It is time to move up and I figured the 280 model will fit the bill for the next mission I have in mind:
1. Room for 3 adult couples for day boating or 1 adult couple and 4 kids day boating
2. Twin screws to learn to skipper a twin screw boat
3. Room for 1 couple on overnight trips for 3 day weekend excursions (100 mile range) Delaware, C-D Canal, Chesapeake.
4. AC/Heat with Generator
5. $35K to $45K
6. Able to pull a tube if the need arises
7. Use it for 2 to 5 seasons in the Philly area and then move up to a 40 footer, hopefully when I move to Florida
8. I have no intention of trailering. Strictly marina use but the trailer would be nice to have.
9. Keep acquisition cost reasonable to help in the eventual sale
A. Keep Monthly operational costs at $1K/Mo (slip, fuel, insurance, and maintenance reserves)
B. Strong builder reputation with strong owner following
C. Well equipped galley
D. Decent sized head with optional shower
In doing my research I found the early 2000's 280 model fits the bill for what I have in mind.
It is a nice step up form the 190, has the room for the requirements and is not huge as my first command of a twin screw boat, which I am sure will impact the insurance.
Your comments are appreciated. Please fire away.
Also if you know of a solid 280 in the PA,NJ,DE,VA area please let me know. I will be posting my 190 for sale soon. The shop just winterized it and will be put to bed net week.
Regards
JB
I bought a Sea Ray Bow Rider 190 with 280Hrs that was well cared for and used it the whole 2014 season. I took boating classes and learned how to launch and retrieve, dock and drop the hook to have fun. We had a really good time and look forward to more of it next year.
The next step in my boating plan is now in place. It is time to move up and I figured the 280 model will fit the bill for the next mission I have in mind:
1. Room for 3 adult couples for day boating or 1 adult couple and 4 kids day boating
2. Twin screws to learn to skipper a twin screw boat
3. Room for 1 couple on overnight trips for 3 day weekend excursions (100 mile range) Delaware, C-D Canal, Chesapeake.
4. AC/Heat with Generator
5. $35K to $45K
6. Able to pull a tube if the need arises
7. Use it for 2 to 5 seasons in the Philly area and then move up to a 40 footer, hopefully when I move to Florida
8. I have no intention of trailering. Strictly marina use but the trailer would be nice to have.
9. Keep acquisition cost reasonable to help in the eventual sale
A. Keep Monthly operational costs at $1K/Mo (slip, fuel, insurance, and maintenance reserves)
B. Strong builder reputation with strong owner following
C. Well equipped galley
D. Decent sized head with optional shower
In doing my research I found the early 2000's 280 model fits the bill for what I have in mind.
It is a nice step up form the 190, has the room for the requirements and is not huge as my first command of a twin screw boat, which I am sure will impact the insurance.
Your comments are appreciated. Please fire away.
Also if you know of a solid 280 in the PA,NJ,DE,VA area please let me know. I will be posting my 190 for sale soon. The shop just winterized it and will be put to bed net week.
Regards
JB