![]() I never knew Bayliners had such a bad rep until this site. I did get a great price on it and used it all summer and sold it for over 3x what I paid. Knowing then what I know now I probably wouldn't of bought it. I also had a 88 Bayliner with a cobra outdrive. I am dissapointed with the water coming into the cabin and in my opinion is a sign of poor craftsmanship. The boat is a 1998 with that said I have a 1991 Galaxy and a 1990 Wellcraft both cuddies and no sign of water seapage. I like the boat a lot but I will say that it has obvious signs of water coming into the cabin through the cabin windows and hatch. I have heard good things about many other genmar brands. So many 40 yr old boats still around says one thing about the company. Infact craigs list around here is still flooded with old Glasstrons from the 70's. I will say that really like both and would not hesitate to purchase either brand. The quality of engines and mechanics is a whole 'nuther discussion, but it can impact a boat brand's reputation. 2023 Starcraft SVX 230 IO The SVX 230 IO combines a secure ride with multiple seating options. 2023 Formula 270 Bowrider The 270 BR features a great build, ride and finish. ![]() Solid fishing/commercial grade: Parker, Whaler, carolina Skiff.ĭurable basic inexpensive: privateer, carolina skiff McKee Featured Runabout and Bowrider Boats 2023 Aviara AV40 The AV40 mixes delightful handling with a comfy and spacious layout. Mid range: the "Sea" boats: sea pro, sea chaser, sea hunt, sea swirl, sea ox. Top end? Carolina Classic, Albemarle, Whaler, Grady, Hinckley (!), Contender. In fairness, it's like your furniture at home: how would your living room sofa look after using it for a year by the pool or in the garage? Would pool furniture look better even though it starts off "not as nice"? Some style boats can't handle hard use and therefore seem to age faster and look worse sooner (sofa boats). ![]() Like cars, the first year is often not a good one to buy-let the company learn from mistakes on someone else's day off. For a comparable new boat, get a Sea Hunt. Seldom do you need to deal with the manufacturer for the hull (unlike motors). It doesn't matter what the financial condition of the manufacturer is, for a boat it made years ago. it could tolerate being moored uncovered in salt water for 30 years, too. IOW a Whaler can handle hard use that might be seen as neglect to a Searaybayliner type boat. If you are talking about used boats, maintenance is more important than brand, except perhaps on the high and low end of quality adn excepting extreme exam,ples of neglect.
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