Which is a Better deal? Maxum or Dixie

dedios

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1. A 1990 20' maxum,cuddy cabin, I/O w/roll on trailer in good condition
for $2700 OR

2. A 1982 18' Dixie Bowrider w/trailer 140Hp seats seven for $700 (they have acquired the boat and have records) they know the motor has a problem but dont know what it is. They have to sell it because the homeowners association wont let them keep it on in the driveway. How much $$$ would be worse case scenario on this motor?

Please keep in mind that I'm looking to pull tubes and wakeboard

If one of these is a good deal, I pray i get there first.

thank you guys
 
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Bob_VT

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Re: Which is a Better deal? Maxum or Dixie

Depends on what outdrives are on the boats........ The 140 is "normally" a very good motor unless it has been neglected and an 82 is prone to structural problems too.

More information is really needed.
 

dedios

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Re: Which is a Better deal? Maxum or Dixie

I'll have more info today, thank you
 

dedios

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Re: Which is a Better deal? Maxum or Dixie

Just found out that the engine has water in it. On the 1989 18" Dixie Bowrider is it still a good deal? What would be an estimate for this repair:confused:
 

bpmcl00

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Re: Which is a Better deal? Maxum or Dixie

My last boat was a dixie. overall i think it was the worse boat i have ever owned.... It appears that during construction multiple corners were cut, and overall manuf. seems poor.

I will never own one again...
 
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