Okay, I know the responses....depends on the care, but I'm looking at used boat. Also, I know a good compression check is in order, but generally speaking is 450 hours considered a lot??? (boat was used in salt water, but has contained fresh water cooling system).
Thanks!
I have searched the internet Hi/Low to find some accurate boat speeds or tests on a variety of brands and cannot seem to locate any.
I realize conditions; weather / weight have an affect, but there should be something out there???
I am interested in a 21-25' Cuddy and am looking at Chaparral...
Looking at two different hulls same engine;
1) Baja H2X 24.5' with Mercruiser 7.4 and single SS prop; (supposed to go 60 - 62 MPH & cruise at 45 MPH)
2) Chaparral 2335 cuddy with Mercruiser 7.4 SS Duo-Prop; (How fast?)
Also, what can one consider in fuel consumption with a 7.4 Liter for a...
Looking at a 1998 Baja H2X...
How's the overall quality?
Are these boats capable of towing a wakeboard? Waterskiier?
How fast is the Fuel Injected 454 at speed & cruise?
Lastly, is 300 hours a lot and when would the engine require rebuilding?
Thanks for all the info!!!
Title basically says it all....to be more specific will a Donzi 22 ZX with itts low freeboard survive day boating in 4-5 foot rolling swells if encountered in the ocean.
(the one I came across has the step-hull).
Thanks!
I am interested in purchasing a used express cruiser no older than 10 years and under $25,000. I have been looking online and there seems to be a lot to consider and have a number of questions, so here it goes.
How important is it to find a freshwater only boat?
Besides overall condition and...
In general; how do the Chaparral boats compare to the Regal, Sea Ray or Wellcraft boats?
Looking at a 2001 Chaparral Signature 240 Express Cruiser that has the 7.4 Mercruiser 320 HP motor and 200 hrs. They are asking $21,000 and are stating that this is a low price. Comes with a galv...
