Converse48
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No need to be so defensive. I'm happy for you if you like it.
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Is this the one with the triple Zeus ?
I find this thread fascinating because it's interesting market research.
SeaRay is targeting high end clients who would otherwise buy a European or other US brand sport yacht, but at the same time is targeting a younger demo that may buy several new SeaRays in their lifetime.
They're turning the corner away from older boaters who aren't buying new boats, but who tend to buy used models and who like the older layouts. Not that there's anything wrong with this, but it shows they are targeting future customers and not all current SeaRay owners.
They've also done their research and they must know how many people are going to buy a 45-65' sport yacht and who have the money to do so.
My guess, and this is without any insider information, is SR will sell several L650's, L590's and the new 470 at this week's FLIBS.
For those interesting in semi-displacement yachts.. this is an interesting article on Fleming's 78.
http://www.powerandmotoryacht.com/boat-tests/fleming-78
Tony Fleming produced some excellent documentary-style videos from his 45,000 mile journey around the world on his Fleming 65. If you want to really see some long range cruising check these out on their YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/user/FlemingYachts
Maybe that is what they are using Meridian for?
Maybe that is what they are using Meridian for?
...and what I like about Marlow is, they are now making the Mainship trawlers!!!
Trust me, the Bayliner jokes come early and often here. Meridian is a bit of an upscale Bayliner but not quite a Sea Ray. Brunswick can turn it up a notch easily and make Meridian to Sea Ray quality and people can still buy a more traditional style of bridge boat. If you want a 40' or so bridge new, it will be a Meridian not a Sea Ray from what I hear.That may be, but I just can't see a true blue Sea Ray owner, buying or "trading up" to a Meridian.
Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't have a problem, but there are an aweful lot of Sea Ray snobs out there, that have spouted off about Bayliner or Meridian quality, that they would have to eat an aweful lot of crow if they came riding up in a Bayridian!!! haha
Humph, I understand the west coast is alot more tollerant of the Bayliner brand. So, it may work in the PNW.
Coming to the Ft. Lauderdale Show (FLIBS) ??....you will see the 650FLY, the 650 Express and the brand new 590FLY. Also at our dock will be the 350SLX (way cool boat), 510DA and FLY, 470DA, 410DA and the 540DA.....and you and I can talk right on the dock, about every model and option you see. I too had preconceived notions about these new models but after running them everywhere now, I have grown very fond of the new style and amenities. These boats are sharp and they do love to run!
Hope to see you there!!
Capt. Rusty
Bet you need to take her in and out of gear around the dock one side at a time ? Otherwise you throw a wake ?