You are in the "drivers seat" so to speak shopping for a boat this time of year. I would shop around including out of state, heck even Canada if the price is right. With the world at the touch of a keypad today a boat shopping road trip may be prudent. I would only be concerned about being able to get local service if you buy from a dealer not close to you. Those 50K boats that are last years stock sitting in showrooms and back lots of Marine dealers just kill their bottom line. They will even sell below dealers cost to mitigate inventory costs. I would be looking for slightly used. Many folks get into boating only to realize it isn't their cup if tea. Usually it's the guy that bought a 19 foot Bowrider and planned to take out 7 or 8 passengers and all their stuff. Good luck shopping.
